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Laparoscopic absorbable anastomosic fastener and means for applying

  • US 5,346,501 A
  • Filed: 02/05/1993
  • Issued: 09/13/1994
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/05/1993
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. In combination:

  • an anastomotic coupler mechanism having a hollow tubular interior andan applier comprising a tubular shaft with proximal and distal ends and defining an axis for placement within said hollow interior;

    a retaining mechanism at said distal end having a first position for holding said shaft within said hollow tubular interior; and

    an activating mechanism located at said shaft proximal end, capable of activating said retaining mechanism to cause said retaining mechanism to move from its first position to a second position wherein said coupler may be released from said shaft; and

    wherein said activating mechanism is a push button means which is connected to said retaining mechanism, and said push button means capable of causing said retaining mechanism to move from said first position transverse to said shaft to said second position.

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