The Endo Universal™ stapler has application in endoscopic hernia repair surgery procedures for fixation of mesh. It is designed for introduction and use through appropriately sized trocar sleeves, or larger sized trocar sleeves with the use of a converter.
Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Titanium Staples | Titanium is acceptable for use with MRI and NMR procedures up to 3 Tesla. |
| 360° Roticulator™ Head | The stapler can be rotated 360° around its axis, providing a solid interface with the tissue or the mesh |
| 65° Articulation | The Endo Universal™ Stapler can be used in four different positions. (1) Staples can be applied in the unarticulated position at 0°. (2) Staples can be applied in the 20° articulated position. (3) Staples can be applied in the 45° articulated position. (4) Staples can be applied in the 65° articulated position. |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What reload cartridges are available for the instruments? | There are two reload cartridges available for the instruments: the 174007 and 174015. The 174007 contains 10 of the 4.8mm titanium staples. The 174015 contains 10 of the 4.0mm titanium staples. |
| Can I use both of the reload sizes with the instruments? | Yes. The instruments are designed to function with either the 4.0mm or the 4.8mm reloads. |
| How many times can I reload the instrument? | The instrument can be reloaded four (4) times for a total of five (5) uses. |
| What material are the staples? | The staples are made of titanium. |
| What size are the instruments? | The instruments are 12mm diameter. |
| How many staples are in the cartridge? | There are 10 staples in each cartridge. |
Not available in all markets.
Covidien products should only be used by responsible and experienced surgical practitioners.
