Methods and devices for accessing and retracting a capsule of a joint
US9675336B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/00279
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods are disclosed herein for accessing the hip joint. A first device can be securely attached to the capsule of a joint. The first device can tent the capsule to increase the volume of the peripheral compartment. A second device can be biased against the first device to pierce the tented capsule and create a portal. Devices and methods are also disclosed herein for distending the capsule of a joint. A distention device may access a portal established within the capsule. The distention device can expand the capsule by applying an expansive force within the peripheral compartment. The distention device can maintain distention of the peripheral compartment while other devices access the joint.
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