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Method and apparatus for applying a knot to a suture

  • US 20070010829A1
  • Filed: 06/19/2006
  • Published: 01/11/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/20/2005
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for securing two suture portions extending from an opening in the body, comprising:

  • positioning said two suture portions within a knot body;

    advancing said knot body to a location near tissue adjacent the opening; and

    moving a plug into said knot body to fixedly secure said suture portions between said knot body and said plug.

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