Medical device with visual indicator and related methods of use

Details Medical device with visual indicator and related methods of use Medical device with visual indicator and related methods of use

2007-07-17

2007-07-17

Peffley, Michael (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Reexamination Certificate

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10720190

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the invention relate to a medical device with a visual indicator that changes color when exposed to a particular environment and/or chemical. The visual indicator may be printed or otherwise affixed on a portion of a medical device, for example the handle, and initially have the same color as that portion. When exposed to a particular environment and/or chemical, the visual indicator changes color so that it has a different color than that portion of the medical device.

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