Devices and methods for accessing the epidural space

Details Devices and methods for accessing the epidural space Devices and methods for accessing the epidural space

2011-04-12

2011-04-12

Nguyen, Anhtuan T (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Cutting, puncturing or piercing

Reexamination Certificate

active

07922738

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for accessing the epidural space in a mammal has a cutting sheath with a distal end adapted to transition from a closed cutting configuration to an open configuration. A tissue engagement device is in a hollow portion of the sheath. The tissue engagement device has a blunt distal end and an engagement feature. A method of accessing an epidural space includes the step of forming an opening to a position at or near the ligamentum flavum using the cutting sheath. Another step of the method is positioning a tissue engagement device within the hollow portion of the cutting sheath. Another step of the method is transitioning the cutting sheath from the closed cutting configuration to the open configuration. Another step of the method is manipulating the tissue engagement device to controllably advance the tissue engagement device at least partially through the ligamentum flavum.

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