Instrument for effecting anastomosis of respective tissues defining two body lumens
US7553317B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 30, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2923
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The instrument disclosed may comprise a tube assembly supporting an end effector that may be adapted for insertion into and through the urethra, and adapted for use in effecting the anastomosis of a patient's bladder and urethra following a prostatectomy. In one embodiment the end effector may comprise a positioner having a positioner arm that is extendable and retractable by rotation of a tube, and an anchor driver. In another embodiment the end effector may comprise a positioner and an anchor driver having a driver arm that is extendable and retractable by rotation of a tube.
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