This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Microcardix Ab. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Rikard Grankvist and His Biopsy Device Patent
Introduction
Rikard Grankvist is an inventor associated with Sundbyberg, Sweden, and Microcardix AB. His patent work includes an invention designed to support tissue sampling during biopsy procedures.
Latest Patents
Grankvist is credited with 1 patent, titled “Biopsy device.” The invention describes a device with an elongate, flexible rod and a tip whose longitudinal axis can be angled relative to the rod. The tip is configured to penetrate tissue, while a rearward-facing cutting portion near its proximal end cuts tissue to obtain a biopsy sample.
Career Highlights
The biopsy device reflects a focus on instrument design for medical procedures. Its flexible rod and angled tip are intended to help clinicians introduce and manoeuvre the device within tissue.
Collaborations
Grankvist’s listed coworkers include Stefan Jonsson and Staffan Holmin. He is associated with Microcardix AB.
Conclusion
Rikard Grankvist’s patent describes a biopsy device combining a flexible rod, an angled tissue-penetrating tip, and a cutting portion to facilitate sample collection.
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