Abstract: Clamping forceps and associated methods are provided that generally include a head section including first and second clamp members configured to cooperatively clamp so as to at least partially encircle a tumor or other structure, an elongated body section in cooperation with the head section, and a clamping mechanism at least partially movably mounted with respect to the elongated body section. The clamping forceps may include a control mechanism for variably controlling the clamping force, at least one sensor mounted with respect to the clamp member(s), means for fixating the clamp member(s) relative to tissue, the first and second clamp members structured to define a variable perimeter extent, and a clamping mechanism which accommodates variable rates of clamping action. Actuation of the clamping mechanism generally maintains substantially parallel actuation of the first and second clamp members with respect to the tumor or the other anatomical structure.

Abstract: Sliding overhead clips and associated methods are disclosed that generally involve surgical clips with improved installation efficiency and higher forces for suture retention. The surgical clips include a first side and a second side, each of said sides having an upper body and a lower body. The surgical clips also generally include a flexible hinge integrally disposed between and joining the first side and second side. Further, the surgical clips include a first pair and second pair of female locking member and male locking member. The first pair of female and male locking members includes a first female locking member positioned on the first side and the corresponding first male locking member positioned on the second side. Additionally, the second pair of female and male locking members includes a second female locking member positioned on the second side and the corresponding second male locking member positioned on the first side.