Invention Grant
- Patent Title: Laparoscopic suturing device and methods of use
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Application No.: US15897426Application Date: 2018-02-15
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Publication No.: US10743862B1Publication Date: 2020-08-18
- Inventor: Alfredo Alvarado
- Applicant: Alfredo Alvarado
- Agency: Malin Haley DiMaggio & Bowen, P.A.
- Agent Mark D. Bowen, Esq.
- Main IPC: A61B17/04
- IPC: A61B17/04 ; A61B17/06 ; A61B17/00

Abstract:
A laparoscopic suturing device that allows the insertion and formation of intracorporeal knots in a safe and speedy manner during laparoscopic procedures. The laparoscopic suturing device includes an ergonomic handle and a long tubular shaft that contains a connecting rod inside. The proximal end of said connecting rod is attached to a deploying knob and its distal end is linked to a movable needle support that contains a suturing needle. The suturing device is inserted into the gas distended abdominal cavity with the needle in a straight position through a laparoscopic cannula and then by moving backwards said deploying knob the needle is deployed in a right angle allowing the insertion of a variety of sutures. The laparoscopic suturing device is provided with an encasement to keep a spool of suture material in place.
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