Cartridge for linear surgical stapler

Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a cartridge for linear surgical stapler, showing our new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view of the cartridge of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a rear elevational view of the cartridge of FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a right elevational view of the cartridge of FIG. 1;

FIG. 5 is a left elevational view of the cartridge of FIG. 1;

FIG. 6 is a top plan view of the cartridge of FIG. 1; and,

FIG. 7 is a bottom plan view of the cartridge of FIG. 1.

The cartridge features shown in broken lines are unclaimed environment, and form no part of the claimed design.

Claims

CLAIM The ornamental design for a cartridge for linear surgical stapler, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Wynn; Carol J. (Kings Mills, OH), Setser; Michael E. (Burlington, KY), Vulhop; Prudence A. (Fort Wright, KY)
Applicant:	Name City State Country Type ETHICON LLC Guaynabo PR US
Assignee:	Ethicon LLC (Guaynabo, PR)
Appl. No.:	D/659,847
Filed:	August 13, 2018

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Current U.S. Class:	D24/145
Current International Class:	2402
Field of Search:	;D24/145

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Primary Examiner: Laymon; Wan
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Frost Brown Todd LLC

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