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Endoscopic device and method for reinforcing surgical staples

  • US 5,810,855 A
  • Filed: 07/11/1997
  • Issued: 09/22/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/21/1995
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A reinforcement sleeve for a surgical stapler device comprising:

  • a first sleeve element adapted to attach to a first jaw member of the surgical stapler;

    a second sleeve element adapted to attach to a second jaw member of the surgical stapler; and

    a hinge connecting the first sleeve element to the second sleeve element.

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