Apparatus and method for surgical fastening
US8091755B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/068
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fastening apparatus for use in endoscopic surgery is provided and includes a fastener applicator having a first half-section and a second half-section. The first half-section includes a flat side having a first recessed region formed therein, the recessed region being configured and dimensioned to retain the plurality of vertically stacked fasteners therein. The second half-section includes a flat side having a second recessed region formed therein. The fastener applicator includes a fastener positioning spring attached to and flush with the first recessed region, wherein the fastener positioning spring is biased to extend beyond the first recessed region and the flat side of the first half-section; and a stop spring housed within the second recessed region, wherein the stop spring is biased such that when unrestrained the stop spring extends beyond the second recessed region and into the first recessed region.
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