Sensor systems for skin graft harvesting
US9993261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3225
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Skin graft harvesting systems and methods are disclosed that utilize sensors to automate the harvesting of skin grafts or assist a user in deciding when the skin graft is ready to be harvested. Such systems and methods can reduce the burden of visual observation and ensure greater reliability and consistency of the grafts. The invention is particularly useful with harvesters that rely upon suction and/or heating to raise a plurality of small or “micro” blisters simultaneously.
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