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Medical anastomosis apparatus

  • US 20020022853A1
  • Filed: 09/17/2001
  • Published: 02/21/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/06/1998
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. Apparatus for inserting an annular anastomotic connector into a side wall of a tubular body tissue conduit comprising:

  • a substantially conical tip structure having a cone angle less than about 15° and

    configured for passage through the side wall starting with an apex of the cone; and

    a shaft structure extending from the tip structure in a direction away from the apex and configured to receive the connector annularly around the shaft structure.

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