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Axis-traction handle with a pull-sensing grip for the obstetrical forceps

  • US 7,163,544 B1
  • Filed: 06/12/2003
  • Issued: 01/16/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/06/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An obstetrical forceps system for assisting in the delivery of a fetus, said system comprising:

  • an obstetrical forceps;

    an axis-traction handle with a pull-sensing grip detachably connected to said obstetrical forceps;

    a means for electronically measuring the magnitude of extraction forces exerted on said grip, and thus the fetal head, during a forceps delivery, wherein the measuring means is disposed within said grip;

    a means for transmitting data regarding measured extraction forces; and

    a means for receiving said data regarding measured extraction forces.

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