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Methods and devices for manipulating and fastening tissue

US9955957B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 2013
Grant dateMay 1, 2018
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Expiry dateJul 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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