Method for operating a biopsy device

Details Method for operating a biopsy device Method for operating a biopsy device

2007-10-11

2010-06-01

Hindenburg, Max (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Sampling nonliquid body material

C600S565000, C600S566000, C600S567000, C600S568000, C600S562000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07727164

ABSTRACT:
A biopsy device is provided. The biopsy device can include a cutter which is advanced through a first portion of its stroke by a differential fluid pressure acting on a piston. A mechanical drive can be used to translate and rotate the cutter during tissue severing.

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