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Circular anastomosis stapler

Also called: Circular stapler, EEA-type stapler

A long curved handheld device has a pistol-style handle and a round distal assembly.
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What it is used for

Creates a circular staple line for selected hollow-organ anastomoses.

Category

Suturing & stapling

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