Probe with distally orientated concave curve for arthroscopic surgery

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PATENT NO 6391028
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09572709

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An arthroscopic probe with a distally orientated concave curve which constrains tissue is disclosed. It is particularly adapted to cutting ligaments and tendons. Also disclosed is a thermal energy delivery apparatus that includes (a) a probe with a distal end and a proximal end, (b) a first electrode positioned at the distal end of the probe and (c) a cabling coupled to the proximal end of the probe.

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ORATEC INTERVENTIONS INCMENLO PARK CA

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Fanton, Gary S Portola Valley, CA 43 7273
Sharkey, Hugh R Woodside, CA 130 27345
Stewart, Daren L Belmont, CA 23 3199
Weissman, Lee San Jose, CA 2 562

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