Device Dossier
Premium Poly CS C section stapler with Polysorb Staples - Fixation device, internal, staple, tissue
Device Dossier for Premium Poly CS C section stapler with Polysorb Staples - Fixation device, internal, staple, tissue (Open-surgery manual linear…
- GMDN category: Open-surgery manual linear cutting stapler, single-use
Intended purpose
Premium Poly CS™ c-section stapler with Lactomer™ absorbable copolymer staples has application in the creation of a temporary opening (hysterotomy) made during a cesarean section, or when transecting muscle tissue to maintain alignment of the tissue layers and minimize bleeding.
Functional description
single use surgical stapler places two rows of LACTOMER absorbable copolymer staples while a knife blade cuts between them, creating a 57 mm opening. The instrument is activated by squeezing the handle. The size of the staples is determined by the selection of the .140 or .170 staple size.