Scalpel blade removal and storage apparatus

Details Scalpel blade removal and storage apparatus Scalpel blade removal and storage apparatus

1996-04-25

1997-12-23

Sewell, Paul T.

Special receptacle or package

For a tool

Razor blade

29239, 30339, B65D 8310

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056999089

ABSTRACT:
A scalpel blade removal apparatus for use with common surgical handle having a slotted tang and a disposable or changeable blade. The apparatus includes a receptacle for holding a multiple blades that have been disposed of. A cam arrangement is operated by the tang as the surgeon pushes the handle into the receptacle. The upper end of the cam rotates, disengaging the proximal end of the blade from the tang and simultaneously forming a connection between the proximal end of the blade and a shoulder that defines a catch. When the cam rotates fully to its lower most position, the blade is fully disengaged. The surgeon then removes the handle by pulling the handle along the same path used to insert the handle and blade. The catch then retains the blade so that only the handle and its tang are withdrawn.

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