Suturing device having an internal suture dispensing mechanism
US9326765B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/061
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for suturing tissue includes a handle that has a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a generally hollow suturing needle including a pointed distal end, an opposite proximal end and an inner lumen having an suture exit port through which the suture exits. The device further includes a suture dispensing mechanism disposed within the handle and including an actuator which when manipulated by a user is configured to advance suture material within the handle such that the suture material is guided into the inner lumen of the hollow suturing needle and exits through the suture exit port. The device includes a safety mechanism that shields at least a portion of the needle.
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