Covidien’s new generation TA™ (Thoraco-abdominal) and GIA™ (Gastro-intestinal anastomosis) DST™ Series™ staplers have an ergonomic, easy to use design.
DST™ Series™ TA™ staplers
The DST series™ TA™staplers contain a dual action handle for closing and firing staples, with a pre-clamp position that allows the veterinary surgeon to properly position and check the tissue prior to firing the stapler.
Main applications in veterinary surgery:
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Partial and complete lung and liver lobectomy |
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Resection of tumours |
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Gastro-intestinal resection and anastomosis |
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Enterotomy closure |
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Reusable TA™ stainless steel stapler |
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DST™ Series™ GIA™ staplers
The gastro-intestinal anastomosis stapler consists of two interlocking halves that form a flat handle and two straight limbs with a disposable loading unit containing 4 rows of staples and a bisecting knife blade. When the halves are aligned, coupled and locked, the push bar fires the four rows of staples while the blade divides between them.
Main applications in veterinary surgery:
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Functional end-to-end anastomosis |
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Side-to-side anastomosis |
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