Force assessment device and method for lead extraction
US9414783B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0261
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A force assessment device and a method for lead extraction are provided. A force gauge is configured to measure a traction force, and a strain gauge that is configured to measure a countertraction force. An interface is communicatively coupled to the force gauge and the strain gauge, and the interface is configured to present data regarding at least one of the traction force and the countertraction force.
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