Wound closure device
US9610076B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/06076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device is provided for closing a wound, such as a percutaneous access site. The device is inserted into the wound, and a helically shaped pusher is actuated to penetrate a wall of the wound. The pusher extends a suture through the tissue wall. After the suture is extending through the tissue wall, the pusher is retracted out of the tissue, while the suture remains extending through the tissue. The suture may then be used to close the wound.
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