Methods of ligating, severing and plugging an anatomical tubular structure utilizing an applicator for placing a flexible, resilient ligature or plug in engagement with the anatomical tubular structure. In a method of ligating and severing an anatomical tubular structure, a ligature is applied with the...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US5217030?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5217030 - Multi-functional instruments and stretchable ligating and occluding devices