Apparatus for the endoluminal treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Jun 19, 2007
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Jun 6, 2002
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Dec 6, 2001
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Dec 6, 2000
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An apparatus for the transoral invagination and fundoplication of the stomach to the esophagus includes a clip applier having sharp toothed jaws for grasping and damaging the fundus prior to applying the clip. The clip applier has an overall diameter of less than 7 mm. The clip applier jaws are coupled to a pull wire via a linkage which increases the mechanical advantage and thus permits greater grasping force. A plurality of clip designs are also provided.
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