Multi-functional tissue manipulation medical device and related methods of use
US9592036B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3966
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multi-functional medical device including a sheath having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The medical device further includes an end-effector slidably disposed within the lumen. A portion of the end-effector may be configured to transition between a collapsed state while in the lumen and an expanded state while out of the lumen. Further, the end-effector may include a tool configured to dissect tissue, and a retracting member having a plurality of legs disposed about the tool.
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