Endoscopic surgical device

Details Endoscopic surgical device Endoscopic surgical device

1993-06-07

1995-08-29

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery

Endoscope

With means for indicating position, depth or condition of...

604281, 606 78, 600129, A61B 1008

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054451400

ABSTRACT:
The invention described herein provides a surgical apparatus for use in endoscopic or laparoscopic procedures having a hand manipulatable proximal end portion, a working distal end portion, and a and a hinge member disposed between the end portions. The hinge member provides articulation of the distal end and is made from a temperature-responsive material which is substantially rigid at ambient temperatures and which is tractable above a predetermined temperature.

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