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Electrosurgical devices, electrosurgical unit and methods of use thereof

US9943356B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 9, 2015
Grant dateApr 17, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2218/002
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An electrosurgical device includes a first electrode spaced alongside a second electrode. The device can be operated as either a bipolar device or a monopolar device and includes a switch to inhibit capacitive coupling to one of the electrodes when the other electrode is used in monopolar fashion.

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