ENDOSCOPIC FUNDOPLICATION DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE
Endoscopic devices and methods used for fastening multiple tissue layers, such as, for example, an endoscopic fundoplication procedure, are disclosed. The endoluminal device includes a tissue fastener, a flexible needle having means for grasping and releasing a portion of the tissue fastener, and a...
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Format | Patent |
Language | English |
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28.11.2013
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Summary: | Endoscopic devices and methods used for fastening multiple tissue layers, such as, for example, an endoscopic fundoplication procedure, are disclosed. The endoluminal device includes a tissue fastener, a flexible needle having means for grasping and releasing a portion of the tissue fastener, and a deflector for deflecting and guiding the needle toward the multiple tissue layers. |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: US201313957150 |