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  • Method of utilizing a driverless surgical stapler
    Patent number: 8272551
    Abstract: An exemplary method for treating an animal body may include receiving a driverless surgical stapler that includes a staple holder, staples positioned within that staple holder, and at least one wedge; and sliding at least one wedge relative to the staples to directly contact at least one staple.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Cardica, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan D. Knodel, Bernard A. Hausen, Luke W. Clauson