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Device and method for suturing tissue

  • US 6,355,050 B1
  • Filed: 06/26/1997
  • Issued: 03/12/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/10/1992
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A device for suturing a tissue layer having two sides, the device comprising:

  • a suture;

    an elongate member;

    means on the elongate member for releasably retaining at least a portion of the suture in a stationary position on one side of the tissue layer; and

    means located at least partially on an opposite side of the tissue layer for retrieving the portion of the suture through the tissue layer whereby the suture is drawn from one side to the opposite side.

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