Laparoscopic tool for inserting a mesh prosthesis

Description

FIG. 1 is an exterior perspective view of a laparoscopic tool for inserting a mesh prosthesis showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a left side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a front elevational view thereof; and,

FIG. 5 is a rear elevational view thereof.

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Patent History
Patent number: D347061
Type: Grant
Filed: Apr 17, 1992
Date of Patent: May 17, 1994
Inventor: Edward H. Phillips (Beverly Hills, CA)
Primary Examiner: Stella Reid
Assistant Examiner: I. Simmons
Attorney: Frederick Gotha
Application Number: 7/870,418