摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a gastric reduction apparatus for the secure attachment of multiple fasteners into the gastric wall. SOLUTION: The fasteners are linked with a flexible member in a manner permitting the reduction of the effective size of an individual's stomach. The apparatus 10 includes an applicator head including a proximal end 24 and a distal end 26. The applicator head of the gastric reduction apparatus includes a cavity 28 shaped and dimensioned for receiving tissue. Further, a fastener attachment mechanism 32 is positioned within the cavity for access to tissue that is pulled within the cavity and the fastener attachment mechanism includes a plurality of fasteners. COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT
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