Single intubation, multi-stitch endoscopic suturing system
US8075573B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/047
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is an endoscopic suturing system for joining internal body tissues in a variety of procedures. The system comprises a suturing capsule releasably mountable to the distal end of an endoscope and capable of forming multiple stitches in tissue at a plurality of locations without requiring withdrawal of the capsule from the patient between stitches. Also enclosed is a suture lock to secure the placed stitch that is delivered by a device introduced through the working channel of the indwelling endoscope. Suitable control handles for the suturing capsule and for the suture lock delivery device positioned at the proximal end of the endoscope are provided to facilitate operation by the user.
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