Elongated-member-driving apparatus – Surgical stapler
Reexamination Certificate
2008-12-10
2011-12-06
Low, Lindsay (Department: 3721)
Elongated-member-driving apparatus
Surgical stapler
C227S019000, C606S222000, C128S898000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08070032
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for medializing the middle turbinate following sinus surgery, thus preventing synacheiae, granulation tissue, and other complications of the prior art. The apparatus utilizes a fastening device configured to attach the middle turbinate to the nasal septum, a prong comprising a slender wand portion and a fastening module, and a handle configured to trigger deployment of the fastening means by activating the fastening module. The fastening device may be a staple, rivet, glue, or another similar device.
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Low Lindsay
Maschoff Gilmore & Israelsen
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