Ethicon Endoscopic Suturing Device

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Ethicon endoscopic suturing device.

An endoscopic apparatus for the continuous application of a suture includes a suturing body that is shaped and dimensioned for attachment to the distal end of a commercially available endoscope in a manner permitting actuation thereof. The device may optionally have a frangible proximal end wherein the proximal end of the suture is mounted to the frangible proximal end. This site is published by ethicon us llc which is solely responsible for its contents and is intended for u s. Medtronic non powered endoscopic surgical staplers to treat patients undergoing video assisted thoracoscopic surgery lobectomy review of 3 006 cases between 2012 and 2015 from the premier perspective hospital database.

The suturing body is composed of a suture housing in which a needle and drive assembly are housed for movement of the needle about a continuous circular path. Designed to aid in endoscopic suturing the endoknot suture consists of a 42 inch suture and a st 3 needle conveniently contained in a plastic tube. If you are a patient it is important that you discuss information about the benefits and risks of products with your doctor. The device is particularly well adapted for use during endoscopic surgery when it is necessary to perform operative procedures through small openings in the body.