Dilation systems and related methods

Details Dilation systems and related methods Dilation systems and related methods

2006-08-15

2006-08-15

Dawson, Glenn K. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

C606S191000, C604S105000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07090688

ABSTRACT:
Devices and methods permit dilation of a track of a body to any of a plurality of diameters using a single integrated device that can reach any of a plurality of expanded diameters upon actuation by a user of an actuating mechanism which directs and controls the dilation of a dilating element to which it is connected by a dial and transmission mechanism. A variety of dials, transmission mechanisms and dilating elements are disclosed which may be combined in a variety of ways.

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