Multiple stapling device for narrow blood vessels
US7335212B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/1157
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multiple stapling device for stapling a graft to a vessel. The device includes a body having a plurality of staple channels housing straight wire segments extending therethrough. A plurality of staple drivers, one in each of the staple channels is adapted to push the straight wire segments to form ring-shaped staples piercing the graft and the vessel. The multiple stapling device may also include one or more bolsters filling the annular space created by they ring-shaped staples. One such bolster may be formed, or otherwise connected to, the prosthesis.
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