Guided detachable interlock and method of use
US9907555B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 8, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/12054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described herein are various implant delivery methods and systems that include a detachable link for connecting an implantable device and a control wire. The detachable link can include an elongate body comprising a first arm with a mating surface having a slot extending the width of the elongate body and a second arm having a mating surface that includes a extension portion adapted to mate with the slot. A guide member can extend between the first and second arms and inhibit relative transverse and/or rotational movement between the first and second arms.
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