Endoscopic stapler

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1995-03-31

1996-07-30

Smith, Scott A.

Elongated-member-driving apparatus

Surgical stapler

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227 19, A61B 17068

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055403751

ABSTRACT:
An endoscopic or laparoscopic surgical instrument for applying fasteners to bodily tissue is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle assembly, an endoscopic portion and a jaw portion. The instrument is configured and dimensioned to be insertable through a cannula, and is useful for applying a purse string to bodily tissue.

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