Cannula

摘要

A cannula (1) comprises a shaft (2) extending between a proximal end (3) located externally of an operating space (4) and a distal end (5) inserted into the operating space (4). At least portion of the shaft (2) is malleable to maintain the distal end (5) of the shaft (2) in a desired manipulated position and/or orientation within the operating space (4) for insertion of a surgical instrument (10) through the cannula (1) for carrying out a surgical procedure within the operating space (4).