Resection and anastomosis devices and methods

Details Resection and anastomosis devices and methods Resection and anastomosis devices and methods

2006-11-28

2006-11-28

Hayes, Michael J. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps

C606S110000, C606S139000, C606S213000, C606S219000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07141055

ABSTRACT:
According to embodiments of the invention, an apparatus for moving a diseased portion of an anatomical structure with respect to a healthy portion of an anatomical structure includes a first vacuum section adapted to apply vacuum force to and hold the healthy portion, and a second vacuum section adapted to apply vacuum force to and hold the diseased portion, wherein the second vacuum section is adapted to withdraw within the first vacuum section.

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