Surgery – Specula – Retractor
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-27
2007-11-27
O'Connor, Cary E. (Department: 3732)
Surgery
Specula
Retractor
Reexamination Certificate
active
11166171
ABSTRACT:
A pediatric liver retractor with a supporting shaft configured traversing a pediatric abdominal wall. A hook portion terminating in an insertion tip is configured generally in a U-shape, with a hook aperture and a hook depth, which along with the insertion tip, are configured and dimensioned for supporting and retracting a pediatric liver without damaging the liver to provide access to a surgical site.
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Automated Medical Products Corporation
O'Connor Cary E.
Winston & Strawn LLP
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