Patent ID: 7959557
Filing Date: 2011-06-14
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A method of performing a medical procedure on a patient, comprising: introducing a stent into an anatomical vessel of the patient; introducing a first medical instrument and a second medical instrument into the patient, the first medical instrument being located outside of the anatomical vessel, the second medical instrument being located within the anatomical vessel and within an inner space defined by the stent, a distal end of the first medical instrument comprising a first active tool configured to pierce the anatomical vessel and the stent, the second medical instrument comprising a second active tool configured to receive a stitch delivered by the first active tool and extending through the anatomical vessel and the stent; conveying control signals from a remote controller to a drive unit; and operating the drive unit in accordance with the control signals to actuate the first and second active tools in unison to pierce a wall of the anatomical vessel, pierce the stent, and secure the stent to an inner wall of the anatomical vessel using the stitch.