Patent ID: 8974400
Filing Date: 2015-03-10
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A tissue harvesting and processing apparatus, the apparatus comprising: (a) a body; (b) a needle extending distally from the body, wherein the needle comprises a first lumen, wherein the needle defines a longitudinal axis, wherein the needle further defines an opening configured to receive prolapsed tissue, and wherein the first lumen is in communication with the opening; (c) a tissue cutting member disposed within the first lumen, wherein the tissue cutting member includes a mincing feature configured to simultaneously sever and mince tissue within the first lumen; and (d) a plunger member disposed within the first lumen proximally of the tissue cutting member, wherein the tissue cutting member is movable independently of the plunger member to mince a tissue specimen, and wherein the plunger member and the tissue cutting member are together movable to expel a mixture of tissue minced by the tissue cutting member with a medical fluid component through the opening.