Suture passer guides and related kits and methods
US9149272B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/0807
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A suture passer guide that includes an elongate member having a longitudinal axis and defining a first proximal opening and a first distal opening. The first proximal and distal openings are substantially aligned with one another such that a suture passer can be extended through the first proximal and distal openings at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal axis of the elongate member. The suture passer guide can be configured to be passed through a central lumen of an endoscopic port.
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