Articulating surgical apparatus

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1995-03-30

1996-11-19

Buiz, Michael Powell

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

606142, 606208, 2271751, A61B 1700

Patent

active

055757995

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for use in minimally invasive surgery includes a articulating segmented endoscopic portion wherein the segments are connected by an angled rotary interface. Rotation of the distal segment moves the distal segment to a position which is angled relative to the proximal segment. A handle grip portion may be likewise articulated.

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