Anastomosis preparation technique with easily insertable member
US5323789A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 2, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/22069
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention pertains to a method for expanding a vessel during a surgical procedure. The method utilizes a device comprising an expandable elastic portion and a flexible pipe portion. The pipe portion is situated at an angle relative to the elastic portion. The method includes the steps of cutting a stab incision in the vessel, inserting the expandable elastic portion into the vessel, and expanding the elastic portion.
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