Natural orifice bariatric procedure and apparatus for use therewith
US8192448B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0083
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of performing a bariatric procedure through a natural body orifice is disclosed. The method comprises the step of providing a surgical instrument, comprising a handle portion, an elongated portion extending distally from the handle portion, and an end effector disposed adjacent a distal end of the elongated portion. The method also comprises the steps of inserting the surgical instrument through a natural body orifice of a patient such that the end effector is adjacent a portion of the patient's stomach, and using the surgical instrument to perform a surgical task.
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