IVS obturator instrument and procedure

Details IVS obturator instrument and procedure IVS obturator instrument and procedure

2007-10-30

2007-10-30

Lacyk, John P. (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Body inserted urinary or colonic incontinent device or...

C606S139000

Reexamination Certificate

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11486776

ABSTRACT:
There is disclosed a surgical instrument for inserting material into the body. The surgical instrument generally includes an outer tubular member. The instrument has a longitudinal section and an arcuate section having at least two different radii of curvature. An inner member is movably positioned within the outer tubular member and includes structure for engaging a length of material to draw the material through the outer tubular member and into the body. Methods of using the surgical instrument to position a length of tape beneath the urethra to form a support are also disclosed.

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