Hybrid mechanism for attachment of an adjunct to a surgical instrument

• Main Authors: Harris, Jason L, Vulhop, Prudence, Vendely, Michael J, Shelton, IV, Frederick E
• Format: Patent
• Language: English
• Published: 04.08.2020
• Subjects: DIAGNOSIS; HUMAN NECESSITIES; HYGIENE; IDENTIFICATION; MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; SURGERY

A hybrid attachment mechanism is provided to attach an adjunct to an end effector jaw of a surgical instrument, such as a surgical stapler. The hybrid attachment mechanism can include at least two attachment mechanisms, each configured to inhibit at least one manner of detachment from the end effect...