Abstract: A ligation and specimen retrieval device is described for endoscopic use that includes a pouch defining a receptacle and having an open end and a closed end, a first suture member defining a first loop, a second suture member defining a second loop and a closure member positioned about the open end of the pouch. The device is transitionable from a non-deployed state in which the pouch and the first and second loops are positioned within a distal end of an outer shaft of the device to a deployed state in which the pouch and the first and second loops are positioned externally of the outer shaft of the device.

Abstract: Surgical instruments and cartridges for cutting and fastening tissues and organs such as vessels are disclosed. In various non-limiting forms, the surgical instrument includes a first jaw that operably supports a substantially flexible elongated tissue closure assembly therein. A second jaw is movably supported relative to the first jaw and is selectively movable between open and closed positions in response to opening and closing motions applied thereto. A closure retraction assembly is configured to selectively apply cinching motions to the substantially flexible elongated tissue closure assembly.

Abstract: Surgical instruments and cartridges for cutting and fastening tissues and organs such as vessels are disclosed. In various non-limiting forms, the surgical instrument includes a first jaw that operably supports a substantially flexible elongated tissue closure assembly therein. A second jaw is movably supported relative to the first jaw and is selectively movable between open and closed positions in response to opening and closing motions applied thereto. A closure retraction assembly is configured to selectively apply cinching motions to the substantially flexible elongated tissue closure assembly.