Patent attributes
A system is disclosed for securing a suture. The system includes a deformable suture clip having a pair of closely spaced panels configured for movement between an open position wherein a suture can pass between the two panels and a closed position wherein the suture can be securely clamped between the two panels. The system further includes a clip applicator having an elongated body defining opposed proximal and distal end portions. The distal end portion of the body includes a mounting fixture having structure for supporting the suture clip in an open position. The clip applicator further includes a mechanism for dislodging the suture clip from the mounting fixture, such that the panels of the clip move to the closed position to securely clamp the suture therebetween.
