Endoscopic suturing needle and suture assembly attachment methods
US11278272B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 5, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/061
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A suture assembly may include a needle having a cylindrical body with a sharp point on at least one end, a lumen extending transverse to a longitudinal axis of the cylindrical body, and a recess in communication with an opening to the lumen. A suture extends through the lumen and is secured within the recess of the needle by a sleeve extending over the needle.
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