Combination tracheal hook and scalpel device

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2007-12-18

2007-12-18

Yu, Justine R. (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Device for creating a tracheotomy incision

C606S185000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11157702

ABSTRACT:
A portable combination tracheal hook and scalpel device is provided for use in creating an emergency surgical airway in a patient. The device includes a handle and a scalpel portion attached to one end of the handle which includes a blade for creating an incision. The tracheal hook portion includes at least one hook which may be attached directly to the handle, or which may be secured to a sheath which is slidably attached to the handle.

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