Miscellaneous Disposable Instruments for Open Surgery
Staplers
Transverse Stapler
Linear Stapler-Cutter
Circular Stapler-Cutter
These instruments are used to create intestinal anastomoses. They create two concentric circular staple lines and then cut inside these lines. Although termed "circualr end-end anastomoses" they device can be used for end-side anastomoses. They are primarilry used in the pelvis for rectal anastomoses where access for hand sewn and other stapled techniques is difficult.