Surgical multi-tool and method of use
US9931155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/146
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Surgical tools and methods are disclosed. The surgical tool has a first tip comprising a first tip longitudinal axis and a second tip. The surgical tool has a first configuration wherein the first and second tips operate as forceps. The surgical tool has a second configuration wherein the first and second tips operate as scissors, wherein the surgical tool is configured to transition between the first configuration and the second configuration, at least in part, by rotation of the first tip about the first tip longitudinal axis.
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