Semi-automatic power assist for endoscopic vein dissector

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APP PUB NO 20080228207A1
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11724460

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An endoscopic vein dissector for removing a vein from a living body comprises a dissector tip adapted to penetrate between the vein and surrounding tissue. A handle is provided for manipulation by a device operator to guide the tip through an incision in the living body to the vicinity of the vein. A longitudinal rod is mounted between the dissector tip and handle such that the tip is movable with respect to the handle between a retracted position and an extended position. A driver applies motive power to move the dissector tip from the retracted position to the extended position. A control element is adapted to be activated by the device operator to assist in the desired penetration between the vein and the surrounding tissue.

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TERUMO CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEMS CORPORATION6200 JACKSON ROAD ANN ARBOR MI 48103

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Kadykowski, Randal James South Lyon, MI 17 295
Maurer, David B Ann Arbor, MI 7 247

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