Surgery – Instruments – Internal pressure applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-12
2006-09-12
Jackson, Gary (Department: 3734)
Surgery
Instruments
Internal pressure applicator
C606S194000, C606S196000, C606S197000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07105007
ABSTRACT:
A device and method for dilating a cervical canal. The device includes an elongated member with an expandable anchoring component attached to its distal tip. An expandable dilating member is attached to the elongated member proximally of the anchoring component for dilating the cervical canal. The anchoring component can be expanded after insertion of the device into the cervical canal to correctly position the device relative to the canal. A device and method for sealing a cervical canal is also provided. The device includes a tube having an expandable seal assembly attached to its distal end. The seal assembly has a ridged or corrugated surface when it is in an expanded condition to provide a seal for the cervical canal.
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Crockett & Crockett
Crockett, Esq. K. David
Jackson Gary
Mendoza Michael G.
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