Means and methods for performing an anastomosis

Details Means and methods for performing an anastomosis Means and methods for performing an anastomosis

1996-09-16

1999-02-09

Jackson, Gary

Surgery

Instruments

Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band

606139, A61B 1704

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058687637

ABSTRACT:
An anastomosis is performed using a mounting structure mounted on the outside of at least one vessel. The mounting structure includes a flexible mounting structure that is attached to the vessel by a special instrument. A graft vessel is attached to the mounting structure either directly or by means of another mounting structure attached to the graft vessel. Tools for attaching a mounting structure to a vessel are disclosed, and a tool for attaching two mounting structures together is also disclosed. Methods for carrying out the anastomosis according to the invention are also disclosed.

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