Tacking tool and tack
US7169157B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0649
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical tacking apparatus for forming and applying surgical fasteners during laparoscopic or endoscopic procedures is disclosed. It includes a housing having a handle, an elongated tubular portion extending from the housing, a wire advancer, and a wire shaping nose at its distal end. An annular fastener is also disclosed.
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