Endoscopic plication device and method
US9254132B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 10, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/306
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a method of stapling layers of tissue within a body cavity, an engaging instrument is passed between a stapler cartridge and anvil and used to engage a region of tissue. The engaging instrument is retracted to move the engaged tissue into the stapling position, and driving staples from the cartridge through at least two layers of the engaged tissue. The method and associated system may be used to form plications in body tissue, such as stomach wall tissue. Staples simultaneously driven through tissue may simultaneously capture a reinforcing elements positioned adjacent the cartridge and/or anvil prior to stapling.
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