An end effector for a surgical stapler. Various embodiments include a channel configured to operably support a staple cartridge therein. A first tip portion is attached to or formed on a distal end of one of the channel and staple cartridge wherein the first tip portion may have a first upwardly extending...http://www.google.fr/patents/US20080169333?utm_source=gb-gplus-shareBrevet US20080169333 - Surgical stapler end effector with tapered distal end
Surgical stapler end effector with tapered distal end