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After-loader devices and kits

  • US 7,985,172 B2
  • Filed: 04/27/2007
  • Issued: 07/26/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/09/2006
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An after-loader device useful for loading an implant into a hollow needle after the needle is inserted into patient tissue,the hollow needle having a inner diameter, an outer diameter, a distal end, a proximal end, and a cylindrical needle hub at the proximal end, the cylindrical needle hub having an outer diameter that is greater than the outer diameter of the needle,the after-loader device comprising:

  • an elongated body having a proximal end and a distal end; and

    a bore that extends axially through said body between said proximal and distal ends of said body;

    wherein a main portion of said bore has a first diameter that is approximately equal to the inner diameter of the hollow needle;

    wherein a distal portion of said bore has a second diameter that is larger than the outer diameter of the needle hub and configured to receive, and thereby connect to, the needle hub; and

    wherein a depth of the distal portion of said bore is sufficient to enable the body to rigidly connect to the cylindrical needle hub of the hollow needle without requiring additional support.

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