Method for anchoring and sealing a cannula assembly to the body of a patient

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9662139
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14881830

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A cannula assembly for use in laproscopic surgery includes a cannula having a proximal end for use in orientating the assembly into an abdominal cavity, a distal end for insertion into a patient, and a passage through which surgical instruments can be inserted. An expandable feature in the form of an anchor is located toward the distal end of the cannula and is selectively expandable and collapsible. The feature in its expanded state prevents withdrawal of the cannula. A collar is pushed distally until it releasably cinches to the outside of the abdominal cavity thereby creating an airtight seal and stabilizing the assembly. The collar has a friction fit with the cannula designed to prevent excessive force against the cavity walls.

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APOLLO CAMERA L L C329 WEST LINCOLN STREET TULLAHOMA TN 37388

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Shipp, John I Atlantic Beach, US 63 14177
White, Jeffrey Birchrunville, US 25 1195

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