System for securing a suture

Details System for securing a suture System for securing a suture

2004-08-31

2008-10-14

Manahan, Todd E (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture retaining means

C606S142000, C606S157000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07435251

ABSTRACT:
A system is disclosed for securing a suture. The system includes a deformable suture clip having a pair of closely spaced panels configured for movement between an open position wherein a suture can pass between the two panels and a closed position wherein the suture can be securely clamped between the two panels. The system further includes a clip applicator having an elongated body defining opposed proximal and distal end portions. The distal end portion of the body includes a mounting fixture having structure for supporting the suture clip in an open position. The clip applicator further includes a mechanism for dislodging the suture clip from the mounting fixture, such that the panels of the clip move to the closed position to securely clamp the suture therebetween.

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