Endoscopic suturing device
September 28, 2021. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3168097 Endoscopic suturing device and related method and suture Endoscopic suture system Surgical suturing device and method of use Suturing method, apparatus and system for use in endoscopic procedures Instrument for closing trocar puncture wounds Needle driving apparatus and methods of suturing tissue Suturing device Patent #: 5766186 InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 09964815 filed on 09/28/2001US Classes:606/144, Mechanical suture or ligature applier606/139, Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier600/104With tool carried on endoscope or auxillary channel thereforeExaminersPrimary: Woo, Julian W.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassA61B 1704AbstractAn endoscopic suturing device includes an endoscope, a curved needle detachably arranged at the distal end portion of or integrally embedded in the endoscope for suturing a tissue of the living body, a suture for suturing said tissue with the curved needle, and a drive arranged on the endoscope and operating the curved needle.Field of SearchSuture, ligature, elastic band or clip applierMechanical suture or ligature applier Shuttle action by suture passing device Spool feeds suture to needle Means for clamping needle to handle Suturing or ligating aid or guide Forceps Suturing needle Filament attachment With tool carried on endoscope or auxillary channel therefore With protective sheath For auxiliary channel Having auxiliary channel | |
