Tissue connector apparatus and methods
US6641593B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2210/0019
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tissue connector assembly comprising a clip movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration and a mechanical restraining device attached to the clip for restraining the clip in its open configuration. A needle may be releasably attached to the clip. A method for connecting tissues is also disclosed. The method includes inserting a clip through tissue with the clip being biased in an open position by a restraining device secured to the clip, and removing the restraining device from the clip.
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