Disposable scalpel

Details Disposable scalpel Disposable scalpel

1995-08-04

1996-09-17

Jackson, Gary

Surgery

Instruments

Cutting, puncturing or piercing

30162, A61B 1714

Patent

active

055564097

ABSTRACT:
There is provided a disposable scalpel having a retractable blade. The blade may be secured in any of three positions: 1) an intermediated retracted position for shipping, 2) an exposed position for use and 3) a permanently locked retracted position. The opening in the case is provided with a bead and groove type closure mechanism to seal the blade within the case after the blade has been retracted.

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