摘要 |
The present system is directed to a method and system to stabilize and repair tissue. At least two opposing devices may be used to stabilize and repair the tissue, with the two devices cooperatively engaging the tissue interposed therebetween. Stabilization may be accomplished by opposing force, vacuum force, or mechanical devices disposed at the distal portion of one or both devices. After the tissue has been stabilized, fasteners may be deployed into the tissue. Fasteners include sutures, clips, and staples. Also disclosed is a minimally invasive method of accessing tissue located within a body and conducting a repair of the area using the system disclosed herein.
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申请人 |
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION |
发明人 |
SHRECK, STEFAN, G.;ALLEN, WILLIAM, J.;REED, SCOTT;BACHMAN, ALAN, B.;STECKEL, ROBERT, R.;FEDERICK, KARL, T.;ADAMS, LELAND, R.;CHAPOLINI, ROBERT |