Minimally open retraction device
US9131934B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0225
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A retractor having a pair of blades is disclosed. A ring having an opening is attached to one end of the blades. The blades define a channel therebetween. The blades may be pivotally coupled to the ring. The retractor may have at least two conditions. In a first condition, the retractor is insertable through an incision in a patient's skin to an operative site. In a second condition, the retractor may be manipulated for retracting tissue surrounding the operative site. Instruments, prostheses, or tissue may be inserted or removed through the channel of the retractor.
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