Leak detection system

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2008-07-29

2008-07-29

Johnson, III, Henry M (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Cyrogenic application

C606S020000, C606S021000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07404816

ABSTRACT:
A surgical device includes a device body defining a sealed fluid path having a first end and a second end, a refrigerant supply in communication with the first end of the sealed fluid path, and a vacuum source in communication with the second end of the sealed fluid path. Leak detection apparatus can be provided in communication with the sealed fluid path.

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