摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a surgical apparatus, especially suitable for sequentially applying a plurality of surgical fasteners to body tissues and incising them simultaneously. <P>SOLUTION: A handle assembly includes a movable handle. The movable handle is movable through an actuation stroke. An elongate body extends distally from the handle assembly and defines a longitudinal axis. The elongate body has a distal end adapted to releasably engage both articulating and non-articulating disposable loading unit types. An actuation shaft is supported at least in part within the handle assembly and is mounted for longitudinal movement in response to manipulation of the operation handle. An energy-driven firing lockout system prevents the operation of the surgical apparatus under various conditions. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT |