Methods and devices for manipulating and fastening tissue
US9955957B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tissue displacing and fastening device is provided for manipulating and fastening tissue together. The device includes a tissue displacing elements, which displaces tissue. A fold is formed from the displaced tissue and the tissue is fastened together to secure the fold.
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