Suture cutter

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1996-09-25

1999-01-19

Jackson, Gary

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

606172, 30151, A61B 1704

Patent

active

058609938

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for cutting a suture is provided. The apparatus comprises a housing having at least one groove therein; and a knife moveable between retracted and extended positions, and positioned within the housing such that the knife passes through the groove as it is moved from the retracted position to the extended position, thereby cutting a suture positioned within the groove. A suture retainer for preventing a suture from escaping the groove prior to the cutting step is also provided. A method of cutting a pair of suture tails extending from a knot is also provided.

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