#$%^&*AU2017203266A120171207.pdf#####ADAPTER ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A REMOVABLE TROCAR ASSEMBLY ABSTRACT An adapter assembly (100) for connecting a surgical loading unit (30) to a handle assembly (20) is provided. The adapter assembly (100) includes a sleeve (106), a trocar assembly (120) releasably securable within the sleeve (106), and a locking mechanism (130) configured to releasably secure the trocar assembly (120) within the sleeve (106). Figure 11/15 C:CD CJ