Patent ID: 6156045
Filing Date: 2000-12-05
Classification: A61B,G01G

Abstract:
An instrument for the application of surgical sheet material and comprisingan elongated unit,a sheet material applicating member pivotally connected to the distal end of an elongated rod member comprised in the elongated unit, so as to allow movement of the applicating member relative to the elongated unit,manoeuvring means for the pivotal movement of the applicating member,operating means operating the manoeuvring means and being positioned at the proximal end of the elongated unit, the operating means comprising a rotatably mounted adjustment member and being connected to the applicating member through force transmission means comprising:a spindle which is mounted rotatably about its longitudinal axis and coextend with the rod member, and which has first threads formed thereon, andat least a first longitudinally displaceable member defining second threads engaging with the first threads, the displaceable member being interconnected with the applicating member, whereby rotation of the spindle member causes displacement of the first displaceable member and a pivoting movement of the applicating member around its pivot at the distal end of the elongated unit, and whereby the applicating member may be retained in a desired angular position during surgical intervention.