Surgical solution applicator

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Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a surgical solution applicator showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a perspective view thereof, taken from the underside; and,

FIG. 3 is an end view of the surgical solution applicator taken from the handle end.

Referenced Cited
U.S. Patent Documents
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Other references
  • "A Fast Easy, Long-Lasting I.V. Prep that Can Help Enhance Dressing Adhesion", Medical-Surgical Division, 3M Health Care, 3M Center, St. Paul, MN 1989 (Brochure). "DuraPrep.TM. Solution-Now Ideal for Outpatient, Office-Based and Other Minor Surgical Procedures", Medical-Surgical Products, 3M Health Care, 3M Center, St. Paul, MN 1991 (Brochure). "Obsoletely? Absolutely-" Medical-Surgical Division, 3M Health Care Group, 3M Center, St. Paul, MN Mar. 1988 (Brochure).
Patent History
Patent number: D351229
Type: Grant
Filed: Nov 23, 1992
Date of Patent: Oct 4, 1994
Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company (Saint Paul, MN)
Inventor: David F. Wirt (Oak Grove Heights, WI)
Primary Examiner: Stella Reid
Attorneys: Gary L. Griswold, Walter N. Kirn, Jennie G. Boeder
Application Number: 0/1,761
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Topical Applicator (e.g., Swab, Etc.) (13) (D24/119)