Needle for suturing instrument
US9445807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/035
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and a method for surgical suturing with thread management is provided. An apparatus for tissue suturing includes a cartridge with a suturing needle that includes a pointed end and a blunt end, the suturing needle capable of rotating about an axis; a pusher assembly including a cartridge holder with a needle rotation drive capable of releasably engaging the cartridge and rotating the suturing needle about the axis; and an actuator capable of releasably engaging the needle rotation drive to rotate the needle rotation drive. A method for suturing tissue with the apparatus is also provided.
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