Patent ID: 8282662
Filing Date: 2012-10-09
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A scalpel handle, comprising: a shank having an integral blade carrier post configured for holding a scalpel blade; a handle sheath having two longitudinal sections formed of a given material, with the shank securely fastened to the sheath by being sandwiched between the two longitudinal sections of the sheath so that the shank is surrounded by and securely embedded within the material of the two longitudinal sections of the handle sheath, the shank coextending substantially the length of the handle sheath; and a retractable blade guard movably coupled to the handle sheath, the blade guard movable between retracted and extended positions, wherein the blade carrier post can be selectively covered or exposed; wherein the retractable blade guard has a transparent section; further the retractable blade guard slidable in a longitudinal slot in the handle sheath, and with a back end of the shank generally aligned under a back end of the slot.