The present invention, discloses an anastomosis clip applicator device for applying a surgical clip, formed at least partly of a shape memory alloy, to press together adjacent wall portions of adjacent hollow organ portions so as to effect anastomosis therebetween. The applicator device includes: gripping...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US20020177859?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20020177859 - Surgical clip applicator device