Apparatus and method for securing a medical instrument to a cann

Details Apparatus and method for securing a medical instrument to a cann Apparatus and method for securing a medical instrument to a cann

1998-11-03

2000-03-21

Dvorak, Linda C. M.

Surgery

Instruments

606108, 606185, 604108, A61M 2500

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06039725&

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for securing a medical instrument to a cannula of a trocar assembly includes a first retainer portion. The apparatus also includes a second retainer portion. The apparatus also includes a ball-shaped instrument holder. The ball-shaped instrument holder has a passageway extending therethrough. The instrument is securable within the passageway. A method for securing a medical instrument to a cannula of a trocar assembly is also disclosed.

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