Patent ID: 6605096
Filing Date: 2003-08-12
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
A suturing device for use endoscopically, comprising:a clamping portion having a longitudinal axis, which is adapted for percutaneous entry into an operative site and which comprises a plurality of jaw members that are movable relative to one another between a closed position wherein the jaw members are disposed in close proximity to one another and an open position wherein the jaw members are spaced apart and wherein at least one jaw member has and wherein at least one jaw member has at least one slot for receiving suturing material; and a needle portion disposed at an angle relative to said longitudinal axis, which is adapted for percutaneous entry into said operative site; said needle portion comprising a needle for passage through a portion of soft tissue disposed between the jaw members of said clamping portion; wherein said clamping portion and said needle portion enter the operative site through different percutaneous locations.