Patent ID: 9017379
Filing Date: 2015-04-28
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A method of forming an end effector, the method comprising the steps of: providing a length of suture and a fixture; crossing a first end of the suture over a second end of a suture to form a first loop; wrapping the first end of the suture around the suture within the first loop “n” number of times to form an “n” number of throws; positioning the suture adjacent the fixture such that the fixture is positioned between the first loop and the first end; wrapping the first end of the suture around the fixture to form a second loop; wrapping the first end of the suture around the suture within the first loop “m” number of times to form an “m” number of throws; pulling the first and second ends in opposite directions to tighten the first and second loops about the fixture; threading the first end of the suture through the second loop to form a third loop; threading the second end of the suture through the second loop to form a fourth loop; removing the suture from the fixture; pulling the third and fourth loops in opposite directions to tighten the first and second loops; and pulling the first and second ends of the suture in opposite directions to tighten the third and fourth loops.