Medical instrument with a mechanical coupling

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2005-03-28

2009-11-24

Ho, (Jackie) Tan-Uyen T. (Department: 3773)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

C606S139000, C606S143000, C606S205000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07621927

ABSTRACT:
A medical instrument is disclosed having a flexible tube, an end effector, and an actuator. A control member, such as a control wire, can extend through the flexible tube. A mechanical coupling is disclosed for attaching the control member to the actuator. A method for mechanically coupling the control member to the actuator is also disclosed.

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EPO Search Report dated Jul. 17, 2006 for corresponding patent application, European Patent Application No. 06251638.

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