Loading unit including shipping member
US10039546B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 19, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 27, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/038
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A loading unit including a shipping member is provided. The loading unit includes a housing, a staple pushing assembly, a knife assembly, and a staple cartridge. The shipping member is configured to be selectively secured to the housing of the loading unit and prevents advancement of the staple pushing assembly and the knife assembly. The shipping member also retains staples within the staple cartridge.
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