US 2009/0024123 A1 · Articulable Forceps

Abstract

Forceps include a first and a second blade, both of which have an inner surface, an outer surface, a tip end, and a proximal end. The forceps also include a blade adjustment joint disposed adjacent to the proximal ends of the first and the second blades and both blades are rotateably connected to the blade adjustment joint. The blade adjustment joint selectively allows the first and second blades to rotate independently of each other or prevents both blades from rotating independently of each other. The blade adjustment joint permits the first blade to rotate or pivot in relation to the second blade and visa versa, so the tips of the forceps can be realigned simply and easily. Additionally, the blade adjustment joint in one condition prevents the first blade and second blade from rotating, locking the blades in position for use.

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Dependent claims

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An electro-surgical forceps comprising:

a first blade having an inner surface, an outer surface, a tip end, a proximal end and a first joint position disposed between the tip end and the proximal end;
a second blade having an inner surface, an outer surface, a tip end a proximal end and a second joint position disposed between the tip end and the proximal end;
a fixing joint for preventing the rotation of the distal ends of the first and second blades disposed adjacent the proximal end of the first and the second blades;
a first tip adjustment joint disposed at the first joint position;
the tip ends of the first blade pivotably connected to the first tip adjustment joint, wherein the first tip adjustment joint selectively allows the tip end of the first blade to pivot independent of the second blade and selectively prevents the tip end of the first blade from pivoting independent of the second blade;
at least one electrical terminal electrically connected to at least one of the first blade and the second blade;
and
an insulator disposed between the first blade and the second blade to electrically isolate the first blade from the second blade.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

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