Endoscopic snare device
US9872700B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00269
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tissue removal tool for use with an endoscope. The tool includes a loop formed by a piece of wire. The loop is movable between an open position and a closed position. The shape of the loop is defined in the open position by a proximal portion and a distal portion. The piece of wire may have a cross-sectional height in the proximal portion unequal to a cross-sectional height in the distal portion.
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