Method for attaching a surgical needle to a suture
US5123911A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 12, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A needle-suture combination is provided. A shrinkable tubing is employed to secure the needle to the suture. The tubing shrinks in response to heat. Suture materials which are heat labile are desensitized prior to tubing attachment to preserve the integrity of the suture material. Attachment parameters may be controlled to provide standard needle attachment or removable needle attachment.
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