Anvil position detector for a surgical stapler

Details Anvil position detector for a surgical stapler Anvil position detector for a surgical stapler

2007-05-01

2011-10-04

Tawfik, Sameh H. (Department: 3721)

Elongated-member-driving apparatus

Surgical stapler

C227S180100, C227S181100, C227S019000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08028882

ABSTRACT:
An anvil position detector is provided for use with a surgical stapling instrument. The anvil position detector includes a projection formed on a driving or jaw closure mechanism of the surgical instrument and a recess for a notch formed on the jaw or anvil of the surgical instrument. Engagement of the projection with the notch provides a tactile and/or audible indication to the operator of the surgical instrument that the anvil or jaw is in proper alignment with the remainder of the surgical instrument.

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