Apparatus for securement and attachment of body organs
US5122156A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00349
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and method is disclosed for performing circular anastomosis on body portions, such body portions preferably include at least one tubular organ such as intestines, colons, or the like. The apparatus includes an annular crown-like structure which includes a plurality of elongated sharp resilient members positioned and adapted to pierce and secure the tubular body part in position for attachment to the other body part. An anvil for providing closure in such circular anastomosis and a method of performing such circular anastomosis are also disclosed. A unique anvil for performing such procedures with staples is also disclosed.
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