Method and apparatus for supporting a surgical component
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Feb 5, 2004
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Apr 29, 2003
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Apr 29, 2002
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The present invention relates generally to a surgical support apparatus and method for use in a surgical procedure. In particular, the present invention relates to devices and methods that provide support to a surgical component during attachment of the component during a surgical procedure. The various embodiments of the present invention include components that apply force to the surgical component bringing the component into contact with another surgical component or a tissue, such as, but not limited to, an intimal vessel wall. These components may include an expandable cuff, and an expandable cuff with at least one attachment element, fin elements, a ring assembly with at least two helical strands, or with at least one spoke.
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