| abstract |
An implantable device for connecting tissue layers to form an anastomosis. An anastomosis apparatus 300, which is an implantable medical device for connecting a part of the gallbladder and a gastrointestinal tract, includes a first flange portion 302, a tubular structure having a second flange portion 304, a central portion 306, and a covering. Material 212 is included. The instrument is positioned under an endoscope and includes flange members 308, 310 having hinge members 322 having various characteristics such as length, angle, profile, material stiffness, and wire diameter. [Selection] Figure 2 |