An electrosurgical stapling apparatus is provided which uses thermogenic energy as well as surgical fasteners or staples for strengthening tissue, providing hemostasis, tissue joining or welding. The thermogenic energy also strengthens tissue in proximity to a staple line and knife cut line and provides...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US7559453?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7559453 - Electrosurgical stapling apparatus
