US5032127A
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Hemostatic clip and applicator therefor
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1990-03-07
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Granted: 1991-07-16
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Expires: 2010-03-07
Abstract
Abstract A hemostatic clip applicator tool includes a replacable magazine for storing a series of clips, a dispensing mechanism for advancing clips from the magazine, and an applicator tip which receives the advanced clip and closes the same to a controlled degree of clamping pressure.
Inventors
- 👤 John G. Frazee
- 👤 Roger J. Malcolm
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 09:49
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61B; A61B17/00; A61B17/12; A61B17/128
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
A hemostatic clip applicator comprising: a magazine for holding a plurality of hemostatic clips in a compact array, said magazine having an open ended exit passage; a base plate having means for detachably holding said magazine, a handle, and a clip applicator tip in alignment with said exit passage of said magazine; a trigger pivotally attached to said base plate; and a clip dispensing mechanism carried by said base plate and actuated by said trigger, said mechanism having a pawl movable into said exit passage and means for moving said pawl to advance a clip through said applicator tip.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
A hemostatic clip applicator comprising: a magazine for holding a plurality of hemostatic clips in a compact array, said magazine having an open ended exit passage; a base plate having means for detachably holding said magazine, a handle, and a clip applicator tip in alignment with said exit passage of said magazine; a trigger pivotally attached to said base plate; and a clip dispensing mechanism carried by said base plate and actuated by said trigger, said mechanism having a pawl movable into said exit passage and means for moving said pawl to advance a clip through said applicator tip.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
45 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 1 wherein said applicator tip includes a pair of plates each having a first end pivotally connected to said base plate and a second end and engaging the upper and lower faces, respectively, of a clip being moved therethrough.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
39 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 2 further including means for simultaneously adjusting the separation of said second ends of said plates to thereby determine the degree to which a clip is closed upon movement through said applicator tip.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 1 wherein said magazine has a spiral clip storage chamber, said exit passage extending tangentially from the outermost turn of said chamber.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 4 wherein said applicator tip includes a pair of plates pivotally connected to said base plate and engaging the upper and lower faces, respectively, of a clip being moved therethrough.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
39 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 5 further including means for simultaneously adjusting the separation of the free ends of said plates to thereby determine the degree to which a clip is closed upon movement through said applicator tip.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
The hemostatic clip applicator of claim 5 wherein said magazine is a single-use, disposable item and includes means to prevent reloading thereof.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1994-07-15 | 1995-01-14 | 1995-07-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1998-07-15 | 1999-01-14 | 1999-07-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2002-07-15 | 2003-01-14 | 2003-07-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |