Method and device for suture isolation

Details Method and device for suture isolation Method and device for suture isolation

2011-08-09

2011-08-09

Erezo, Darwin P (Department: 3773)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

C606S139000, C606S145000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07993355

ABSTRACT:
A method and device provides features for the temporary “parking” of sutures with respect to a cannula. In the preferred embodiments the features are slots that maintain tension on, and orientation of, sutures placed therein. The slots or features may be integral with the cannula or part of a separate device which may be removably affixed to the external portion of a cannula. In addition, the opening(s) used for instrument-passing are off-center, thereby reducing if not elimination outward sprays during use. The invention eliminates the multiple steps inherent in current suture management techniques for arthroscopic procedures, particularly rotator cuff repair and assists in tensioning/advancement of tissue into its repair site.

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