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Device for providing automatic stitching of an incision

  • US 20040092965A1
  • Filed: 03/31/2003
  • Published: 05/13/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/30/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An automatic suturing device comprising:

  • a body for insertion into an opening in tissue;

    a plurality of hooks movably disposed in the body between retracted and extended positions;

    a suture holder having sutures disposed therein, the suture holder having means for engaging a portion of the hooks when in the retracted position and for attaching the sutures to a portion of the plurality of hooks; and

    actuation means for actuating the plurality of hooks from the retracted position to the extended position and for embedding the exposed plurality of hooks into the tissue surrounding the opening.

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