A method and apparatus for endoscopically performing gastric...

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A - Human Necessities

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A61B 17/12 (2006.01) A61B 17/068 (2006.01) A61B 1/273 (2006.01)

Patent

CA 2556304

A gastric reduction apparatus provides for the secure attachment of multiple fasteners into the gastric wall, the fasteners being linked with a flexible member in a manner permitting the reduction of the effective size of an individual's stomach. The apparatus includes an applicator head including a proximal end and a distal end. The applicator head of the gastric reduction apparatus includes a cavity shaped and dimensioned for receiving tissue. A fastener attachment mechanism is positioned within the cavity for access to tissue that is pulled within the cavity and the fastener attachment mechanism includes a plurality of fasteners.

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