Endoscopic suturing device

Details Endoscopic suturing device Endoscopic suturing device

2005-06-13

2009-11-10

Erezo, Darwin P (Department: 3773)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

C606S139000, C606S144000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07615060

ABSTRACT:
An endoscopic apparatus for the continuous application of a suture includes a suturing body that is shaped and dimensioned for attachment to the distal end of a commercially available endoscope in a manner permitting actuation thereof. The suturing body is composed of a suture housing in which a needle and drive assembly are housed for movement of the needle about a continuous circular path facilitating the application of a suture secured to a distal end of the needle. The drive assembly includes a rocker that moves along the suture housing under the control of a drive cable and a pin, wherein actuation of the drive cable and pin cause the rocker to selectively engage and disengage the needle causing the needle to move about a circular path in a continuous manner.

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