| abstract |
(57) [Summary] [Purpose] Securely tie down sutures without tying them. A surgical clip comprises a first foot member and a second foot member having a hole therein, and a surgical device for tightening the clip around a suture is trigger activated. A handle, a clamping jaw with a heating element disposed on one of the clamping members of the clamping jaw, a shaft connecting the jaw to the handle, and means for activating the heating element. , And means for transmitting a compressive force to the clamping jaws to close the clip around the suture. |