An apparatus, system, and method for covering an anastomosis are
disclosed. The apparatus includes a resilient flexible patch having a
diameter that is greater than the diameter of an anastomosis. A opening
is formed in the patch. The opening has a diameter that is less than the
diameter of the anastomosis. The system further includes a joining
element to attach the patch to tissue adjacent to the anastomosis. At
least one hole is formed around the perimeter of the patch. The at least
one hole is to receive the joining element therethrough. The method
includes inserting a resilient flexible patch having a diameter that is
greater than the diameter of an anastomosis through a working channel of
an endoscope, locating the patch adjacent to the anastomosis, and
attaching the patch to tissue adjacent to the anastomosis using a joining
element.