Apparatus and methods for anastomosis
US7938840B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 10, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for performing an anastomosis. More particularly, the apparatus may be used to perform a single or multiple anastomosis with the ability of maintaining fluid flow (e.g., blood) through the anastomosis vessel according to one aspect of the invention.
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