Apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing

Details Apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing Apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing

2011-01-04

2011-01-04

Nguyen, Anhtuan T (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

Reexamination Certificate

active

07862572

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing is disclosed. A suturing device for minimally invasive suturing includes an elongated barrel having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis therebetween; a suture head assembly extending from the distal end of the elongated barrel; a suturing needle having a pointed end and a blunt end, the suturing needle capable of rotating about an axis approximately perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the elongated barrel, wherein the pointed end of the suturing needle is positioned within the suture head assembly prior to and after rotation of the suturing needle; and an actuator extending from the proximal end of the elongated barrel to actuate a drive mechanism having a needle driver for engaging and rotating the suturing needle.

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