COVIDIEN Endo GIA™ Black Articulating Reload with Tri-Staple™ Technology – 60mm Extra Thick (Model: EGIA60AXT)

General Description

The EGIA60AXT is a single-use black reload cartridge designed for use with powered Endo GIA™ staplers. It features Tri-Staple™ technology, which deploys three staggered staple heights to optimize compression and staple formation across extra-thick tissues. Ideal for bariatric and thoracic surgeries, this articulating reload enhances precision in challenging tissue environments.

Specification Table

Medical Uses

• Ideal for transecting or stapling very thick tissues, including:

  • Bariatric surgeries (e.g., sleeve gastrectomy, revisions)

  • Thoracic and lung procedures

  • Major abdominal surgeries involving dense tissue planes

Key Features

• Widest tissue compression range in the market (2.25 mm to 3.00 mm)

• Smooth and controlled compression across thick tissues

• Reinforced knife and optimized staple line for improved hemostasis

• Three staggered staple heights for better tissue accommodation

• Designed for demanding surgical scenarios such as bariatrics and thoracic interventions

Medical Specialties That Use This Product

• Bariatric Surgery

• Thoracic Surgery

• General Surgery (with thick tissue cases)

• Advanced Laparoscopic Procedures

• Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Surgery

Main Product Category

Surgical Stapling Devices – Extra Thick Articulating Reload Cartridges

Manufacturer Overview

This product is developed by Medtronic (formerly COVIDIEN / AutoSuture), a global leader in surgical technologies. Their Tri-Staple™ technology is engineered to deliver superior staple line integrity, improved tissue compression, and reduced bleeding in high-demand surgical environments. The EGIA60AXT is a trusted reload solution for advanced and thick-tissue operations.