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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 06, 2007
Filed:
Jun. 12, 2006
Bernard A. Hausen, Menlo Park, CA (US);
Luke W. Clauson, Redwood Shores, CA (US);
David L. Bombard, San Francisco, CA (US);
Bernard A. Hausen, Menlo Park, CA (US);
Luke W. Clauson, Redwood Shores, CA (US);
David L. Bombard, San Francisco, CA (US);
Cardica, Inc., Redwood City, CA (US);
Abstract
A surgical tool for performing anastomosis may include a staple holder; a clip detachably connected to the staple holder; a length of suture, wherein a portion of the length of suture is held securely between the clip and the staple holder; and a needle connected to the suture. An incision may be made at one end of the graft vessel to form a flap. The needle may penetrate the wall of the graft vessel proximal to the incision, and the graft vessel may then be parachuted down the suture toward engagement with the clip. In this way, graft loading onto the clip is facilitated.