Surgical access system with navigation element and method of using same
US9265523B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/0626
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical access assembly and method of use is disclosed. The surgical access assembly comprises an outer sheath and an obturator. The outer sheath and obturator are configured to be delivered to an area of interest within the brain. Either the outer sheath or the obturator may be configured to operate with a navigational system to track the location of either device within the brain.
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