Surgical instrument handle and actuator means

Details Surgical instrument handle and actuator means Surgical instrument handle and actuator means

1994-07-21

1995-11-28

Pellegrino, Stephen C.

Surgery

Instruments

606205, 606208, A61B 1732

Patent

active

054703280

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a hand-held surgical instrument with an improved handle, the instrument being of the type generally comprised of a handle and a tool with a body member having at least one articulated member thereon. The handle of the present invention has an elongated base, an elongated lever with an actuator arm projecting into the base and a means for connecting the lever and base at a predetermined point on the base, which mimics a natural pivot point of the surgeon's hand. A means for actuating the surgical tool by moving an actuator rod distally by closing the handle lever, means for biasing the lever in an open position, and support feet providing a stand for the instrument are also provided.

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