Method using approximating apparatus for hernia repair

Details Method using approximating apparatus for hernia repair Method using approximating apparatus for hernia repair

1992-07-30

1995-01-10

Crow, Stephen R.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128898, 606 1, 606151, 33512, 33490, 33465, A61B 100

Patent

active

053797540

ABSTRACT:
A method for using an endoscopic apparatus for measuring the size of a hernia defect comprising a handle which is pivotally attached to a measuring rod. The hernia defect is measured by a plurality of calibrations positioned along the measuring rod. The measuring rod includes a blunt tip at its distal end and further is adaptable for 180' positioning relative to the handle.

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