Patent ID: 8728105
Filing Date: 2014-05-20
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A magnetic anastomosis device used for forming an anastomosis between two bodily walls, the device comprising: a first magnet assembly including a first magnet and a second magnet disposed within a first jacket, the first jacket including a first body portion having a first and a second cavity formed therethrough, the first and second magnets disposed within the respective first and second cavities; and a second magnet assembly including a third magnet and a fourth magnet disposed within a second jacket, the second jacket including a second body portion having a third and a fourth cavity formed therethrough, the third and fourth magnets disposed within the respective third and fourth cavities, wherein the first and second magnet assemblies are configured to be magnetically coupled to compress the two bodily walls therebetween to form the anastomosis.