Patent ID: 7530984
Filing Date: 2009-05-12
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A transgastric method for the endoscopic partial fundoplication for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) using an endoscope comprising an articulation section, a staple cartridge located proximally of said articulation section, a stapler anvil unit located distally of said articulation section, and an ultrasound positioning system; said method comprising the steps: (a) introducing the endoscope through the mouth and esophagus into the stomach of the patient; (b) using an endoscopic scalpel to cut a hole in the wall of said stomach; (c) pushing said endoscope through said hole; (d) using forceps to grab the tissue at a location on the outer surface of said stomach and moving said grabbed tissue closer to said esophagus; (e) positioning said staple cartridge in said esophagus; (f) making final adjustments prior to firing the staples; (g) firing said staples; (h) releasing said endoscope from its firing configuration; (i) removing said endoscope from the body of said patient; and (j) using staples to close said hole.