Fine needle aspiration biopsy device
US9307961B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 29, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2010/0208
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fine needle aspiration device with a modified handle and cannula through which a vacuum is delivered to the targeted tissue for removal of liquid or cellular samples is provided, the vacuum being provided via a flexible tubing capable of fitting within a restricted space such as, for example, a CT gantry. A vacuum source may be provided to assist the fine needle aspiration procedure via flexible tubing, which allows the vacuum source to be located outside the CT gantry or on the patient.
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