USD611144S1 - Apparatus for delivering a closure element - Google Patents
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- The ornamental design for an apparatus for delivering a closure element, as shown and described.
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| US11/427,297 US8313497B2 (en) | 2005-07-01 | 2006-06-28 | Clip applier and methods of use |
| US29/296,370 USD611144S1 (en) | 2006-06-28 | 2007-10-18 | Apparatus for delivering a closure element |
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