Patent ID: 6190397
Filing Date: 2001-02-20
Classification: A61B,Y10S

Abstract:
A method of performing an anastomosis comprising:A) defining an incision in a first vessel;B) defining an incision in a second vessel;C) positioning a first mounting structure on the first vessel adjacent to the incision in the first vessel so that an inner edge of the first vessel adjacent to the incision therein is spaced from an inner edge of the first mounting structure;D) fastening the first mounting structure to the first vessel;E) positioning a second mounting structure on the second vessel adjacent to the incision in the second vessel so that an inner edge of the second vessel adjacent to the incision therein is spaced from an inner edge of the second mounting structure;F) fastening the second mounting structure to the second vessel; andG) attaching the first and second mounting structures together.