#$%^&*AU2015200827B220170413.pdf#####Abstract An implantable tissue connector (1； 1a) adapted to be connected to a tubular part of living tissue (70； 80) within a patient's body (100) comprises a conduit (2) and at least one flexible sleeve (10) adapted to axially extend and closely fit around at least part of the outer surface (6) of the conduit. The conduit is inserted into the tubular part of living tissue and the flexible sleeve placed over the tubular part of living tissue. Various alternatives are described of how the living tissue may be prevented from slipping off of the conduit. Fig. 53/3 FIG 5 6 30 15 80 4 2 FIG 6A 10 30-& 5 15 80 2 20 FIG 6B 10 ~30 80 15 4 2 FIG 7 10 10 1Oa 70 80 .3- . .......... 3-- --4-
