Surgical helical fastener with applicator and method of use

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PATENT NO 5810882
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08772143

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A method for repairing a hernia involving utilizing a helical fastener is disclosed. The helical fastener has a length that is placed in a non-parallel relationship with the tissue in the area of the hernia and is rotated into the tissue. An applicator is provided which holds multiple fasteners and is employed to attach the fasteners to the tissue.

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TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP150 GLOVER AVENUE NORWALK CT 06856

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bolduc, Lee Mountain View, CA 66 10833
Hodges, Brian A Foster City, CA 9 3163
Kramer, Thomas A San Carlos, CA 45 4275
Lunsford, John San Carlos, CA 55 9092
McCoy, Tim San Carlos, CA 10 3425

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