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Extraluminal sealant applicator and method

  • US 8,480,705 B2
  • Filed: 06/03/2011
  • Issued: 07/09/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/18/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of performing an anastomosis of two luminal organs, the method comprising the steps of:

  • providing an applicator including;

    an end effector having two jaw members defining a pair of tissue-contacting surfaces and having a sealant-applying structure; and

    at least one conduit configured for conveying a sealant to the sealant-applying structure;

    positioning the jaw members of the applicator adjacent to and around a junction between the two luminal organs;

    approximating the jaws of the end effector to substantially surround the junction; and

    applying sealant to the junction between the two luminal organs via the end effector.

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