#$%^&*AU2014201611A120141009.pdf#####MICRO SURGICAL INSTRUMENT AND LOADING UNIT FOR USE THEREWITH ABSTRACT A loading unit (200) configured for engagement with a surgical instrument (100) is disclosed. The loading unit (200) comprises a proximal body portion (210) and a tool assembly (220). The proximal body portion (210) defines a longitudinal axis. The tool assembly (200) is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the proximal body portion (210) and includes a cartridge assembly (400) and an anvil assembly (300). At least one of the cartridge assembly (400) and the anvil assembly (300) is movable with respect to the other between an open position and an approximated position to engage tissue therebetween. The cartridge assembly (400) is configured to house a plurality of fasteners (600) therein. The diameter of the tool assembly (220) is less than or equal to about 8 mm.
