(57) ABSTRACT A method of securing tissue is provided. The method includes obtaining a
section of tubing, sizing the section of tubing to a desired length, securing the section of …

(57) ABSTRACT A surgical staple includes a body having a first leg, a second leg, and a
backspan. The first and second legs each have a first end portion and a second end portion …

A surgical stapling device includes a handle assembly, an elongate body extending distally
from the handle assembly, and a tool assembly. The tool assembly includes an actuation …

A surgical stapling apparatus (stapler) is provided. A tool assembly includes first and second
jaw members. A cartridge assembly includes an actuation sled and a slide. A drive member …

A reload assembly is disclosed that includes a proximal body portion having an indicator
that is movable from a retracted position to an advanced position to provides a visual …

A loading unit for engagement with a surgical instrument, and including single and double
retention slots. At least one single retention cavity includes a first retention guiding surface …

A surgical stapler includes a body portion and a tool assembly. The body portion includes a
large diameter portion and a small diameter portion extending distally from the large …

A joint assembly of an adapter defines a first longitudinal axis and includes first and second
hinges, first and second rings, a joint cover, and a biasing mechanism. The joint cover has …

The present disclosure relates to a surgical fastener applying apparatus for applying
fasteners to body tissue. The appa ratus includes a cartridge receiving half-section defining …

A cartridge assembly is disclosed. The cartridge assembly includes a channel and a
removable assembly in releasable engagement with the channel. The removable assembly …