Surgical stapler with firing lock mechanism

Details Surgical stapler with firing lock mechanism Surgical stapler with firing lock mechanism

2009-06-30

2010-06-08

Nash, Brian D (Department: 3721)

Elongated-member-driving apparatus

Surgical stapler

C227S019000, C227S175400

Reexamination Certificate

active

07731073

ABSTRACT:
A surgical stapler is provided that maintains the jaws of the stapler in an open position and prevents firing of staples when a cartridge is not loaded in one of the jaws. Distinct positioning and sequencing of the jaws, capture pin and firing of the staples are provided by a latch mechanism. Such locking and latching mechanisms ensure proper operation of the stapler.

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Co-Pending U.S. Appl. No. 11/805,094, filed May 21, 2007, entitled “Surgical Stapler With Firing Lock Mechanism”.

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