Endoscopic fundoplication devices and methods for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease
US7125413B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 20, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0488
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Endoscopic devices and methods used for fastening multiple tissue layers, such as, for example, an endoscopic fundoplication procedure, are disclosed. The endoluminal device includes a tissue fastener, a flexible needle having means for grasping and releasing a portion of the tissue fastener, and a deflector for deflecting and guiding the needle toward the multiple tissue layers.
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