| abstract |
One introducer apparatus may include a flange and a sleeve having a sidewall that extends longitudinally from the flange and terminates in a distal end portion. At least one adjustable opening is operatively associated with the distal end portion. The adjustable opening is moveable from a substantially closed condition to an open condition, which permits substantially free movement of an elongate member axially through a passage defined by the sidewall. An implanter can be utilized in combination with the introducer apparatus to facilitate implanting an article in a patient. |