Tissue securing and sealing apparatus and related methods of use
US9125631B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention may be directed to apparatuses for securing and sealing tissue and related methods of use. The apparatus may include an outer housing defining a first lumen, an elongate member defining a second lumen, the elongate member being configured to be disposed in the first lumen, and a securing mechanism configured to secure tissue around a distal portion of the elongate member. The elongate member and the outer housing may be longitudinally moveable relative to each other.
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