Method and apparatus for handling suturing needles

Details Method and apparatus for handling suturing needles Method and apparatus for handling suturing needles

1994-07-15

1996-02-13

Pellegrino, Stephen C.

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

606139, 606144, 606233, A61B 1700

Patent

active

054908582

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for handling suture needles, and for suturing, is disclosed in which a sterile, needle pervious retaining material is provided. A suturing needle contaminated with biological material is thrust into the retaining material to permit the tying of a knot with a reduced risk of needle sticks. Structure for grasping the retaining material and for shielding portions of the apparatus from penetration by the needle can also be provided.

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