摘要 |
<p>The apparatus consists of an implant (100') designed to be introduced into the duct being treated, a reinforcing element (140'a) to go round outside of the duct opposite the proximal end (100a) of the implant, and fixings for attaching the reinforcing element to the implant through the duct wall. It also incorporates an instrument (320) for delivering the reinforcing element and the fixings, preferably from outside the duct. The fixings are in the form of staples delivered through an endoscopic stapler.</p> |