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15207133

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Various devices and methods are provided with respect to inserting multiple surgical instruments through a single surgical access device. A medical device including a flexible tissue retractor a releasable insert having multiple instrument openings, and a member such as a sleeve is disclosed. The insert can be in the form of an insert assembly including multiple components. The sleeve can support the insert with respect to the retractor such that the insert and sleeve can be removed together with the retractor remaining in the incision. A method of using the insert is also described.

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CILAG GMBH INTERNATIONALGUBELSTRASSE 34 ZUG 6300

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Shelton,, IV Frederick E Hillsboro, US 3272 1775926
Widenhouse, Christopher W Clarksville, US 88 30303

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