Surgical Stapler And Cutter Unit
Definition:
An item designed for use in delivering two double-staggered rows of staples, while simultaneously dividing the tissues between rows. May include an anvil fork, anvil half, staple retaining cap, tissue retaining cap, tissue retaining button, shoulder cartridge half, cartridge fork, reloading unit alignment slot, alignment locking lever, and the like.
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