Handle system for suture driving device
US9078650B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 23, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 20, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2925
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A handle system usable for controlling medical devices, such as suture delivery devices. In at least one embodiment, the handle system may be directed to an embodiment configured to be used with a suture delivery device. The handle system may enable a suture delivery system of the suture delivery device to be partially actuated to prevent a needle from falling out of the suture delivery device. The needle and components of the handle system may be held in position through use of a position retention arm. By preventing the needle from falling out of the suture delivery device, the efficiency and safety of a medical device to which the handle system is attached is greatly increased. In addition, surgical personnel using a medical device incorporating the handle system are able to use the medical device in any position without risk of the needle falling out.
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