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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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02-02-2012 дата публикации

Reciprocating surgical instrument

Номер: US20120029545A1
Автор: Joseph Q. Marietta, Keith J. Nelson, M. Mary Sinnott, Nathan D. Hansen, Trevor K. Lewis
Принадлежит: MedicineLodge Inc

A surgical rasping system functional in multiple orthopedic applications, including but not limited to shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, ankle, spinal, or other joint procedures. The system may comprise a tissue removal member with a rasping head which may be low profile and offer a flat cutting/rasping surface, or with a cutting head with at least one cutting edge. The tissue removal member is configured to be driven by an attached hub that translates a rotational movement into a reciprocating motion. Suction for removal of bone fragments or other tissues is provided through an opening spaced apart from or adjacent to the rasping surface. A radiofrequency ablation (RF) electrode may be carried on the rasping system to provide ablation or coagulation of soft tissues.

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Номер записи: 1
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for treatment of intracranial hemorrhages

Номер: US20120059285A1
Автор: Azita Soltani, Brenton Nistal, Curtis Genstler, Raymond M. Wolniewcz, III, Robert L. Wilcox, Ronald L. Haas
Принадлежит: Ekos LLC

An ultrasound catheter with a lumen for fluid delivery and fluid evacuation, and an ultrasound source is used for the treatment of intracerebral or intraventricular hemorrhages. After the catheter is inserted into a blood clot, a lytic drug can be delivered to the blood clot via the lumen while applying ultrasonic energy to the treatment site. As the blood clot is dissolved, the liquefied blood clot can be removed by evacuation through the lumen.

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Номер записи: 2
29-03-2012 дата публикации

Minimally invasive suction retractor

Номер: US20120078059A1
Автор: John R. Pepper, Miguelangelo J. Perez-Cruet
Принадлежит: MI4Spine LLC

A suction retractor including an elongated tube that is operable to be inserted through a tubular retractor used in minimally invasive surgical procedures. One end of the tube is coupled to a handle having a chamber and the other end of the tube is coupled to a curved retractor portion, where the retractor portion allows the surgeon to hold back various anatomies during the surgical procedure. Thus, the suction retractor provides two functions that may otherwise require two different instruments. The retractor portion includes a series of parallel groves that allow liquids, such as blood, to flow along the retractor portion and into a suction port at the end of the tube. A suction device can be coupled to an outlet port in the handle that causes the blood and other surgical material to be sucked through the tube and out of the handle.

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Номер записи: 3
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Electrosurgical system with device specific operational parameters

Номер: US20120101494A1
Автор: Hadar Cadouri, Jean Woloszko, Philip M. Tetzlaff
Принадлежит: Individual

Electrosurgical systems and methods include a generator which is operable to connect to an electrosurgical device and to identify the electrosurgical device. The generator automatically determines at least one device specific operational parameter for carrying out the electrosurgical procedure. In an exemplary embodiment, a generator includes a fluid pump and the generator automatically determines a candidate flowrate at which to operate the pump based on the type of device. The device specific operational parameter may be selected or modified by the operator prior to commencing the procedure.

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Номер записи: 4
21-06-2012 дата публикации

Irrigated ablation electrode assemblies

Номер: US20120157990A1
Автор: Steven C. Christian
Принадлежит: St Jude Medical Atrial Fibrillation Division Inc

An irrigated ablation electrode assembly comprises a distal member, a first manifold, and a second manifold. The distal member includes an outer surface; an inner surface; and at least one radially extending passageway that extends from the inner surface of the distal member to the outer surface of the distal member. The first manifold includes an outer surface, an inner cavity, and at least one radially extending passageway that extends from the inner cavity to the outer surface of the first manifold. The second manifold includes an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one radially extending passageway that extends from the inner surface of the second manifold to the outer surface of the second manifold. Other irrigated ablation electrode assemblies are also presented.

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Номер записи: 5
21-06-2012 дата публикации

Vitrectomy probe with adjustable cutter port size

Номер: US20120158030A1
Автор: Jack Robert Auld, John Christopher Huculak, John R. Underwood
Принадлежит: Alcon Research LLC

Vitrectomy probes and system related thereto are disclosed herein. The disclosure describes various example vitrectomy probes having an adjustable cutting port size. Various example features are described for adjusting the size of the cutting port. Further, the disclosure provides examples for adjusting the size of the cutter port while the vitrectomy probe is in operation.

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Номер записи: 6
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Surgical endoscopic cutting device and method for its use

Номер: US20120197280A1
Автор: Mark Hans Emanuel
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew Inc

A surgical endoscopic cutting device includes cutting elements fitted in a protective tube. The device has an inlet for fluid, a discharge outlet for tissue and fluid, and a further outlet that discharges most of the fluid.

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Номер записи: 7
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Medical device for applying catheters, particularly for thoracentesis procedures

Номер: US20120209203A1
Автор: Andrea Gibertoni, Lucio Gibertoni
Принадлежит: Individual

A medical device for applying catheters, particularly for thoracentesis procedures, comprising a hollow supporting element which can be gripped ergonomically and accommodates a selector which is adapted to connect at least three openings defined in the supporting element, the first opening being functionally associated with a cannula adapted to be inserted in the body of a patient, the second opening and the third opening being able to be functionally associated respectively with two closure elements or with at least one of a syringe and a collection bag, a sharp-tipped needle being slidingly insertable in the cannula and having such a length as to pass through at least all of the cannula and protrude from it, the device further comprising a fourth opening defined in the supporting element on the side opposite the first opening for extraction or insertion of the sharp-tipped needle respectively from and into the cannula.

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Номер записи: 8
23-08-2012 дата публикации

Atraumatic Arthroscopic Instrument Sheath

Номер: US20120215067A1
Автор: Martin Trieb, Theodore R. Kucklick
Принадлежит: Cannuflow Inc

An arthroscopic inflow and outflow sheath providing an improved inflow and outflow system reducing the diameter of a continuous flow system while providing fluid management during arthroscopy. The improved arthroscopic inflow and outflow sheath comprises an elongated atraumatic sheath having an inner surface, outer surface, proximal end, and distal end. The atraumatic sheath further comprises plurality of ribs or webs extending from the inner surface of the sheath and designed to contact an outer surface of the arthroscope thereby creating outer lumens facilitating the inflow and outflow of fluid to a surgical site.

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Номер записи: 9
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Devices and methods for performing procedures on a breast

Номер: US20120259242A1
Автор: Daniel M. Brounstein, James W. Vetter, Jordan S. Tuttle, Scott C. Anderson
Принадлежит: Rubicor Medical Inc

A needle is used to mark a tissue area of interest. The needle may have one or more indicators which indicate selected angular orientations relative to the needle. The indicators may also be coupled to anchors which are deployed in the tissue to anchor the needle in the tissue. The needle may be positioned to guide an excisional device to remove tissue.

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Номер записи: 10
01-11-2012 дата публикации

Dissection handpiece and method for reducing the appearance of cellulite

Номер: US20120277674A1
Автор: Adnan I. Merchant, Ben F. Brian, III, James E. Chomas, Robert L. Clark, Iii
Принадлежит: Cabochon Aesthetics Inc

A dermatological skin treatment device is provided. The device comprises a handpiece and a cutting tool, wherein the tool is inserted through the conduit and percutaneously inserted into a tissue disposed within a recessed area of the handpiece. The device and method cut the fibrous structures under the skin that cause cellulite at an angle substantially parallel to the surface of the skin and replace these structures with a non-cellulite forming structure by deploying a highly fibrous mesh through a single needle hole to create a highly fibrous layer directly or through wound healing processes.

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Номер записи: 11
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Device and method for evacuating surgical vapor and mist from a body cavity

Номер: US20120316510A1
Автор: Douglas E. Ott, Nathaniel V. TRAN
Принадлежит: Lexion Medical Llc

Devices and methods for vacuum-assisted removal of surgically contaminated gas from an insufflated body cavity, the contaminants comprising smoke, aerosols, vapor, mist and the like generated during surgical procedures in order to clear the surgeon's vision of the surgical site and prevent exposure of the surgical staff to the gas. One embodiment of the present invention comprises a series of flow restriction devices to enable stepping down of the flow rate generated by an external vacuum. This reduced flow rate allows safe yet rapid removal of the toxic and vision-obstructing surgical byproducts from the patient's body cavity. The initial flow restriction device may comprise a perforated trocar sleeve in fluid communication with the vacuum source that allows retention of the surgical instrument within the trocar sleeve's inner lumen with concurrent smoke removal. A series of additional flow restriction devices located downstream of the perforated sleeve's intake ports are employed to safely limit the flow rate to a manageable and known value.

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Номер записи: 12
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for the Containment of a Surgical Site

Номер: US20120330271A1
Автор: James E. Burgess
Принадлежит: CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

An apparatus for the containment of a surgical site includes an enclosure, with at least one port, securely coupled to the surgical site and a source of pressurized fluid in fluid communication with the enclosure via the at least one port providing pressurized fluid to the surgical site. The pressurized fluid establishes a hemostatic equilibrium within the enclosure by reducing blood egress through injuries in blood vessels at the surgical site thereby preventing bleeding at the surgical site. A method for the containment of a surgical site includes securely coupling an enclosure to a surgical site; fluidly coupling a source of pressurized fluid to the enclosure; and continuously providing pressurized fluid to the enclosure from the source of pressurized fluid and draining fluid from the enclosure. The pressurized fluid establishes a hemostatic equilibrium within the enclosure.

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Номер записи: 13
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Rasping cannula

Номер: US20130072912A1
Автор: Daniel A. Del Vecchio
Принадлежит: Lipovera LLC

A rasping cannula uses a variety of cutting surfaces to augment fat and tissue extraction in cosmetic surgical procedures. In one aspect, a cannula may have a number of holes with curved cutting edges. In another aspect, the tip of a cannula may be curved. In this manner, lateral movement of the cannula excises tissue such as fat for faster, more effective removal.

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Номер записи: 14
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Surgical fluid management systems and methods

Номер: US20130079702A1
Автор: Aaron GERMAIN, Csaba Truckai, Kyle Klein, Michael D. Walker
Принадлежит: ARQOS Surgical Inc

A surgical fluid management system delivers fluid for distending a uterine cavity to allow cutting and extraction of uterine fibroid tissue, polyps and other abnormal uterine tissue. The system comprises a fluid source, fluid deliver lines, one or more pumps, and a filter for re-circulating the distension fluid between the source and the uterine cavity. A controller can monitor fluid retention by the patient.

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Номер записи: 15
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Rotating occlusion treatment system

Номер: US20130085514A1
Автор: Arnaz S. Malhi, Stephen W. Lee
Принадлежит: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP

An occlusion treatment device for the treatment of a body lumen that is at least partially blocked by an occlusion. The occlusion treatment device includes a catheter and a debriding mechanism that is configured and dimensioned for axial movement through the catheter and is extendable beyond a distal end of the catheter. The debriding mechanism includes a head assembly with a debriding tip having an outer surface with at least one aperture formed therein, wherein at least one of the apertures is complemented by a corresponding debriding member that extends outwardly from the outer surface of the debriding tip and directs debris from the occlusion through the at least one aperture to facilitate removal of the debris from the lumen. The debriding mechanism is rotatable to effect debriding of the occlusion.

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Номер записи: 16
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Tissue extraction devices and methods

Номер: US20130103021A1
Автор: Aaron GERMAIN, Balazs Lesko, Benedek Orczy-Timko, Kyle Klein, Michael D. Walker
Принадлежит: ARQOS Surgical Inc

A tissue cutting device has an outer sleeve with a distal window and an inner cutting sleeve which moves past the window to cut tissue. The inner cutting sleeve has a lumen which may have a larger proximal diameter than distal diameter. A perimeter of the window may comprise a dielectric material. A distal edge of the inner sleeve may be displaced inwardly.

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Номер записи: 17
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Method of making polymeric gloves having embedded surgical support systems and discrete elements

Номер: US20130117905A1
Автор: Andrew I. Schneider
Принадлежит: Individual

A method of manufacturing a glove that includes discrete elements and component systems, such as, but not limited to, lights, electrical cautery, suction, and irrigation, attached to the surgical glove. The gloves produced by this method can be used as surgical gloves or for other industrial applications. In a particular application, the method includes providing a former comprising a hand-shaped portion and a first surgical system comprising a first surgical instrument, and a first switch for controlling the first surgical system. The former includes a first depression for receiving the first surgical system. The first depression is adapted to produce an interference fit with at least a portion of the first surgical system. The first surgical system can be loaded into the first depression and a polymer coating can be applied over the loaded former to form a surgical glove.

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Номер записи: 18
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Dissection handpiece and method for reducing the appearance of cellulite

Номер: US20130123771A1
Автор: Adnan I. Merchant, Ben F. Brian, III, James E. Chomas, Robert L. Clark, Iii
Принадлежит: Cabochon Aesthetics Inc

A dermatological skin treatment device is provided. The device comprises a handpiece and a cutting tool, wherein the tool is inserted through the conduit and percutaneously inserted into a tissue disposed within a recessed area of the handpiece. The device and method cut the fibrous structures under the skin that cause cellulite at an angle substantially parallel to the surface of the skin and replace these structures with a non-cellulite forming structure by deploying a highly fibrous mesh through a single needle hole to create a highly fibrous layer directly or through wound healing processes.

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Номер записи: 19
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Surgical method and apparatus

Номер: US20130131457A1
Автор: Tamer A. Seckin
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus for use in connection with an endoscopic surgery comprises an elongated body adapted to be placed at least partially in the vagina of a female patient partially passing through the wall of the vagina such that an end portion of said elongated element is introduced into rectouterine pouch; the elongated body comprises at least an attachment means for accommodating at least a part of at least a surgical instrument comprising an end portion adapted to be received inside the vagina, the surgical instrument and the apparatus are movable to each other. An endobag having an elongated port is provided through the vagina into the pelvis. A method for use in a pelvic or peritoneal surgery is provided wherein at least an elongated end portion of a surgical instrument is provided in the cavity of the uterus through the vagina of a female patient such that the uterus can be repositioned by manipulating the surgical instrument and an incision is performed on the vaginal wall for accessing to the rectouterine pouch, a flexible element is provided in pelvis wherein the flexible element is looped around the uterus such that the flexible element encircles the uterus.

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Номер записи: 20
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Substaintially rigid and stable endoluminal surgical suite for treating a gastrointestinal lesion

Номер: US20130144118A1
Автор: Boaz Manash, Dan Rottenberg, Dima Pinhasov, Gregory Piskun
Принадлежит: Macroplata Inc

Exemplary embodiments of devices and method for affecting at least one anatomical tissue can be provided. A configuration can be provided that includes a structure which is expandable (i) having and/or (ii) forming at least one opening or a working space through which the anatomical tissue(s) is placed in the structure. For example, the structure, prior to being expanding, can have at least one partially rigid portion. In addition, or as an alternative, upon a partial or complete expansion thereof, the structure can be controllable to have a plurality of shapes. Further, the structure can be controllable to provide the working space with multiple shapes and/or multiple sizes.

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Номер записи: 21
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Single-unit cutting head systems for safe removal of nucleus pulposis tissue

Номер: US20130144295A1
Автор: John To
Принадлежит: OuroBoros Medical Inc

Single-unit cutting head systems for safe removal of nucleus pulposis tissue are provided. The cutting heads compose a part of the systems that are provided to address several problems, including clogging of state-of-the-art systems during removal of such tissue, for example. The target tissue can include any tissue that is accessible through a small surgical opening, for example, a joint tissue such as a meniscus or an intervertebral tissue, such as a nucleus pulposus. The devices can be referred to as orthopedic tissue removal devices having cutting heads associated with vacuum systems, making the systems useful in several procedures, including X-LIF (lateral approach to an intervertebral fusions) procedures, T-LIF (transforaminal approach to intervertebral fusions) procedures, P-LIF (posterior approach to intervertebral fusions), and a percutaneous, transforaminal approach (Kambin triangle access).

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Номер записи: 22
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for manipulating stomach tissue and treating gastroesophageal reflux disease

Номер: US20130150868A1
Автор: Brett J. Carter, Stefan J. M. Kraemer
Принадлежит: Endogastric Solutions Inc

Stomach tissue is manipulated to form, for example, a restored flap of a gastroesophageal flap valve. The manipulation includes gripping stomach tissue from within the stomach while the stomach is inflated to promote visualization and stabilization of the gripped stomach tissue. Once the stomach tissue is gripped, the stomach is deflated and pulled into a mold. The molded tissue is then fastened with at least one fastener. The stomach is inflated to a first pressure during visualization and then to a second higher pressure during the stomach tissue gripping.

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Номер записи: 23
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Catheter with atraumatic tip

Номер: US20130172786A1
Автор: Eric S. Olson, James V. Kauphusman, Linda K. Nemec, Troy T. Tegg
Принадлежит: St Jude Medical Atrial Fibrillation Division Inc

A medical device is provided comprising a shaft comprising a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is configured to buckle upon application of a first critical force. The second segment includes an outer surface and an inner surface and is configured to buckle upon application of a second critical force. The second critical force is lower than the first critical force. The medical device further comprises a coil disposed radially inwardly of the inner surface of the second segment.

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Номер записи: 24
25-07-2013 дата публикации

Dissection handpiece and method for reducing the appearance of cellulite

Номер: US20130190739A1
Автор: Adnan I. Merchant, Ben F. Brian, III, James E. Chomas, Robert L. Clark, Iii
Принадлежит: Cabochon Aesthetics Inc

A dermatological skin treatment device is provided. The device comprises a handpiece and a cutting tool, wherein the tool is inserted through the conduit and percutaneously inserted into a tissue disposed within a recessed area of the handpiece. The device and method cut the fibrous structures under the skin that cause cellulite at an angle substantially parallel to the surface of the skin and replace these structures with a non-cellulite forming structure by deploying a highly fibrous mesh through a single needle hole to create a highly fibrous layer directly or through wound healing processes.

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Номер записи: 25
08-08-2013 дата публикации

Hand piece with adjustable utility conduit

Номер: US20130204246A1
Автор: Chad S. Frampton, Darcy W. Greep, Paul R. Borgmeier
Принадлежит: MegaDyne Medical Products Inc

An electrosurgical instrument that reduces the amount of fatigue experienced by a physician performing electrosurgery includes a hand piece with a utility conduit connected to the hand piece at a central portion of the hand piece. The utility conduit can include an electrical cable and a smoke/fluid evacuation hose. The hand piece can include a channel system that receives a portion of the utility conduit therein and allows a physician to adjust the location on the hand piece at which the utility conduit exits the hand piece. Adjusting the location on the hand piece at which the utility conduit exits the hand piece can reduce the resistance to the movement of the electrosurgical instrument created by the weight of the utility conduit, which leads to less fatigue in a physician's hand during electrosurgery.

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Номер записи: 26
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Devices and methods for performing procedures on a breast

Номер: US20130226028A1
Автор: James W. Vetter, Sean C. Daniel
Принадлежит: Encapsule Medica LLC

A guide element is used to guide a cutting device when removing breast tissue. The cutting device may have a tissue collection element for collecting tissue. The tissue collection element may be detachable so that the collection element may be removed independent from the cutting device.

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Номер записи: 27
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Surgical instrument and method for performing a resection

Номер: US20130228609A1
Автор: Stanislaw Kostrzewski
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

An end effector for use with a surgical instrument comprising an anvil shaft, a first anvil assembly disposed at a distal portion of the anvil shaft and a second anvil assembly mountable on the anvil shaft proximally of the first anvil assembly. Also, a method for performing a surgical procedure is provided including the steps of providing a surgical instrument including a first cartridge assembly and a first anvil assembly having an anvil shaft, approximating the first anvil assembly and first cartridge assembly and ejecting staples from the first cartridge assembly. The method further includes removing the first cartridge assembly from the tubular organ, and inserting a second anvil assembly into the tubular organ to engage the anvil shaft of the first anvil assembly and ejecting staples from a second cartridge assembly towards the second anvil assembly.

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Номер записи: 28
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Floating, multi-lumen-catheter retractor system for a minimally-invasive, operative gastrointestinal treatment

Номер: US20130231534A1
Автор: Brian Tang, Gregory Piskun, John To, Mariel Fabro, Sergey Kantsevoy
Принадлежит: Macroplata Inc

Improved methods and devices for performing an endoscopic surgery are provided. Systems are taught for operatively treating gastrointestinal disorders endoscopically in a stable, yet dynamic operative environment, and in a minimally-invasive manner. Such systems include, for example, an endoscopic surgical suite. The surgical suite can have a reversibly-expandable retractor that expands to provide a stable, operative environment within a subject. The expansion can be asymmetric around a stabilizer subsystem to maximize space for a tool and an endoscope to each be maneuvered independently to visualize a target tissue and treat the target tissue from outside the patient in a minimally invasive manner.

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Номер записи: 29
19-09-2013 дата публикации

Uterine hemorrhage controlling system and method

Номер: US20130245637A1
Автор: Alexander James NORRED, David Lagrew, Davis Reed Carlin, George Cochran HARPER
Принадлежит: Inpress Technologies Inc USA

An embodiment of a uterine hemorrhage controlling system comprises a suction module including a suction end coupleable to a pump by a connecting tube, and a sealing module coupled to the suction module. The system may further comprise the pump and a filter coupled to the suction module. A uterine hemorrhage controlling method comprises: shielding a suction module that has been delivered into a uterus; sealing an entrance into the uterus while the suction module is situated within the uterus; applying a negative pressure within the uterus upon activation of a pump; and maintaining the negative pressure within the uterus to induce uterine contraction. The method may further comprise delivering the suction module into the uterus; transmitting bodily fluids, out of the uterus through the suction module, and filtering the bodily fluids.

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Номер записи: 30
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Joint replacement implant

Номер: US20130289729A1
Автор: Peter M. Bonutti
Принадлежит: BONUTTI SKELETAL INNOVATIONS LLC

An implant for one of partial and total replacement of an articulating joint between a first bone and a second bone. The implant has a joint component implant including a body and a head, the body including a first region spaced from the head and a second region proximate the head, the head including a convex bearing surface. At least a portion of the first region has a textured surface, the textured surface constructed of a foam metal material that is configured to promote bone in-growth into the textured surface, the body constructed of a metallic material and configured for attaching to the first bone, the first region tapering from a proximal end adjacent the second region toward a distal end.

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Номер записи: 31
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Rotational atherectomy device with fluid inflatable support elements and two torque transmitting coils

Номер: US20130296904A1
Автор: Leonid Shturman
Принадлежит: Cardio Flow Inc

A rotational atherectomy device for removing a stenotic tissue from a vessel of a patient is disclosed. The device comprises a rotatable, flexible, hollow drive shaft having a fluid impermeable wall defining a fluid impermeable lumen of the drive shaft and, an abrasive element mounted to a distal end portion of the drive shaft proximal to and spaced away from a distal support element formed at a distal end of the drive shaft, the distal support element being inflatable by pressurized fluid which flows in an antegrade direction through said lumen of the drive shaft and is at least partially re-directed into the distal fluid inflatable support element.

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Номер записи: 32
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Reciprocating surgical instrument

Номер: US20130304070A1
Автор: Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel F. Justin, Daniel J. Triplett, Douglas M. Lorang, Gavin Sontag, Joseph Q. Marietta, Karen E. Mohr, Keith J. Nelson, M. Mary Sinnott, Nathan D. Hansen, Trevor K. Lewis
Принадлежит: IMDS LLC

A surgical rasping and/or shaving system functions in multiple orthopedic applications, including but not limited to shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, ankle, spinal, or other joint procedures. The system may comprise a tissue removal member with a rasping and/or shaving head which may be low profile and offer a flat cutting/rasping/shaving surface, or with a cutting head with at least one cutting edge. The tissue removal member is configured to be driven by an attached hub that translates a rotational movement into a reciprocating motion. Suction for removal of bone fragments or other tissues is provided through an opening spaced apart from or adjacent to the rasping surface. A radiofrequency ablation (RF) electrode may be carried on the system to provide ablation or coagulation of soft tissues.

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Номер записи: 33
21-11-2013 дата публикации

Rotational Device with Inflatable Support Elements and Torque Transmitting Membrane

Номер: US20130310859A1
Автор: Leonid Shturman
Принадлежит: Cardio Flow Inc

A rotational atherectomy device for removing a stenotic tissue from a vessel of a patient is disclosed. The device comprises a rotatable, flexible, hollow drive shaft having a fluid impermeable wall defining a lumen of the drive shaft and, an abrasive element mounted to a distal end portion of the drive shaft proximal to and spaced away from a distal support element formed at a distal end of the drive shaft. The distal support element is inflatable by pressurized fluid which flows in an antegrade direction through said lumen of the drive shaft and is least partially re-directed into the distal fluid inflatable support element. The distal fluid inflatable support element has an outer wall comprising an outflow opening.

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Номер записи: 34
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for tissue treatment

Номер: US20130331872A1
Автор: Brad Buzea, Tate Ray Parham
Принадлежит: Individual

A system, delivery device and method delivers ultrasonic energy to a target musculoskeletal tissue site. In some embodiments, the delivery device includes a stainless steel needle joined to a horn. In some embodiments, the stainless steel needle is joined to the horn using a heating process or a brazing process.

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Номер записи: 35
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Skin Treatment Device

Номер: US20130345661A1
Автор: Franklin J. CHANG
Принадлежит: Individual

A device and methods for increasing the permeability of the skin's surface to fluid and/or drug delivery is described. The device comprises an abrasive media to remove the outer layer of the stratum corneum, while at the same time applying an electric current that stimulates the skin under the stratum corneum, and delivers fluids from a supply reservoir. The device may also have a vacuum function which evacuates fluid and skin debris from the surface of the skin and delivers the evacuated fluid and skin debris to a waste (or collection) container.

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Номер записи: 36
16-01-2014 дата публикации

System for collecting and preserving tissue cores

Номер: US20140017771A1
Автор: Brian C. Dougherty, Joseph L. Mark, Mick Trompen
Принадлежит: Nico Corp

A thermal system for preserving tissue is disclosed. The cooling system comprises a base member, a temperature control sleeve constructed of a thermally conductive material, and a selectively removable lid member. The base member defines a reservoir and receives the temperature control sleeve. The temperature control sleeve at least partially defines a tissue collector chamber that is configured to receive a tissue collector. The temperature control sleeve is in communication with the reservoir. The reservoir is configured to receive a cooling medium. A slit formed within the tissue collection chamber that is sized to receive a tubing connected to the tissue collector therethrough. The lid member is configured to be selectively attached to the base member, and permit access to a tube mount for the tissue collector when the lid is attached to the base member.

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Номер записи: 37
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Surgical cutting device and method for its use

Номер: US20140074136A1
Автор: Mark Hans Emanuel
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew Inc

A surgical endoscopic cutting device includes cutting elements fitted in a protective tube. The device has an inlet for fluid, a discharge outlet for tissue and fluid, and a further outlet that discharges most of the fluid.

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Номер записи: 38
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Fully integrated, disposable tissue visualization device

Номер: US20190000305A1
Автор: Alfred J. INTINTOLI, Andrew C. DAVISON, II Richard H. Washburn
Принадлежит: Trice Medical Inc

The present invention relates to a fully integrated sterilizable one time use disposable tissue visualization device and methods for using such devices. Preferred embodiments of the invention facilitate the visualization of an internal tissue site while causing a minimum of damage to the surrounding tissue. Further preferred embodiments may allow for the delivery of fluids and other treatment to an internal tissue site.

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Номер записи: 39
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Clot evacuation and visualization devices and methods of use

Номер: US20210000495A1
Автор: Alfred J. INTINTOLI, II Richard H. Washburn, Richard T. Briganti
Принадлежит: Trice Medical Inc

An integrated clot evacuation device having visualization for use in neurosurgical applications, particularly for the evacuation of clots formed as a result of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). The device may further include an integrated camera and light for visualizing the interior of the brain and the clot itself. Further, the device is configured to evacuate clots through aspiration and irrigation.

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Номер записи: 40
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Microsurgical Instruments For Concave Topologies

Номер: US20210000497A1
Автор: Keller Christopher Guild, Sretavan David Wong Manhin
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Embodiments relate to a microsurgical device for concave topologies. The device enables operators to consistently cut uniform, circular, concentric concave and/or convex tissues. In an embodiment, a device for excising a tissue includes a stem, a suction cup connected to a distal end of the stem, and a cutting ring around an outer surface of the suction cup. The device further includes two suction tubes to provide suction to the suction cup and compress the outer surface of the suction cup against the tissue. The device may be connected to a control console configured to provide suction to the suction cup via the two suction tubes and electrical energy to the cutting element via one or more electrical leads. Through the control console, an operator of the device may control the depth of cut of the tissue by controlling the device parameters, such as the suction and electrical parameters. 1. A device for cutting a tissue , the device comprising:a stem;a suction cup connected to a distal end of the stem;a cutting ring coupled to the suction cup around an outer surface of the suction cup for excising a portion of the tissue abutting the outer surface of the suction cup, the suction cup and cutting ring being collapsible; andone or more suction tubes coupled to the suction cup at one or more points along an inner surface of the suction cup such that suction is provided to the suction cup via the one or more suction tubes and compresses the suction cup against the tissue.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cutting ring is a cylindrical cutting ring.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cutting ring is a conical cutting ring.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the suction cup comprises a domed roof.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the suction cup is circular.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the suction cup is elliptical.7. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a rigid extender coupled to the stem and configured to elongate the suction cup and the cutting ring ...

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Номер записи: 41
07-01-2021 дата публикации

MEDICAL DEVICE HAVING ROTATING SHAFT WITH LUMEN AND SEALING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210000498A1
Автор: SHIRAISHI Mizuho, Tada Yuichi, TAKAHASHI Akihiro
Принадлежит: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Provided is a medical device capable of easily changing a position of the device inside a biological lumen and effectively removing a cut object. The medical device for removing the object in the biological lumen has a drive shaft, a cutting portion, a first housing that accommodates the drive shaft to be rotatable, a second housing that is rotatable with respect to the first housing, and a support portion that supports the first housing and the second housing. The second housing and the support portion relatively move along an axis to restrict relative rotation of the first housing and the second housing. The support portion supports the second housing to be rotatable around the axis, and restricts a relative movement and a relative inclination of the second housing and the support portion in a direction intersecting with the axis. 1. A medical device for removing an object inside a biological lumen , comprising:a drive shaft that is rotatable about a rotation axis;a cutting portion fixed to a distal portion of the drive shaft and is configured to cut the object;a first housing that accommodates the drive shaft to be rotatable relative to the first housing;a second housing located on a distal side of the first housing and rotatable with respect to the first housing around the rotation axis; anda support portion that supports the first housing and the second housing,wherein one of the first housing, the second housing, and the support portion has a recess portion, and an other one of the first housing, the second housing, and the third housing has a projection portion fittable into and detachable from the recess portion by relatively moving along the rotation axis,wherein the projection portion and the recess portion are configured to be fitted together to restrict relative rotation of the first housing and the second housing,wherein the support portion supports at least one of the first housing and the second housing to be rotatable around the rotation axis, ...

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Номер записи: 42
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Filtration Device and System

Номер: US20160000459A1
Автор: Bonano Samantha, Lizauckas Anthony, Lynch Joseph, Palmerton Christopher A., Palmerton Daniel R., Pepe Gregory, Shvetsov Kyrylo
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A fluid filtration device having an outer cylindrical surface with a first diameter having a longitudinal axis, and an inner cylindrical surface with an inner diameter substantially centered about the longitudinal axis, and a plurality of longitudinal holes substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis arranged between the outer cylindrical surface and the inner cylindrical surface. 1. A fluid filtration system for use during minimally invasive surgical procedures involving a surgical site accessed through a body wall , the surgical site having higher than ambient pressure , the system comprising:a first elongate tubular member having a first end, a second end disposed opposite from the first end, an inner surface, an outer surface and a longitudinal axis, the elongate body having a plurality of openings disposed near the second end, the openings extending through the first elongate tubular member, the first elongate tubular member configured to be inserted through the body wall into the surgical site;a plurality of channels disposed inside the first elongate tubular member, at least one of the plurality of channels being disposed in fluid communication with at least one of the openings extending through the first elongate tubular member, the plurality of channels being oriented substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis; and,wherein at least one of the plurality of channels is configured to convey smoke from the surgical site during the surgical procedure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface of the first elongate tubular member is cylindrical.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the inner surface of the first elongate tubular member is cylindrical.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a second elongate tubular member disposed inside the first elongate tubular member such that a longitudinally extending space between the first elongate tubular member and the second elongate tubular member is formed.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 43
06-01-2022 дата публикации

ARTHROSCOPIC DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20220001092A1
Автор: BENAMOU Steffan, Germain Aaron, Walker Michael D.
Принадлежит:

A fluid management system includes a pump connectable to a fluid source. An inflow line removably connects to a cannula for delivering a fluid flow from the pump into a surgical site, such as a joint cavity. A flow pressure sensor is coupled to measure flow pressure in the inflow line and produce a measured pressure value, A controller is connected to the pump and the flow pressure sensor, and the controller maintains a pressure set point by controlling a pump speed based on a backpressure-adjusted pressure value calculated by subtracting a backpressure value selected from a backpressure table from the measured pressure value. The BAPV is monitored to determine whether the BAPV deviates outside an initial BAPV range, and corrective measure are taken should such deviations occur. 120.-. (canceled)21. A method for arthroscopic surgery , comprising:operating simultaneously: (i) a fluid flow system to flow fluid through a fluid-filled working space in a patient: (ii) an arthroscopic cutter to cut tissue in the fluid-filled working space; and (iii) a videoscopic system to generate video image signals from the fluid-filled working space,wherein, during said operating, a video processor of the videoscopic system that is analyzing the video image signals detects a color condition that indicates blood in the fluid-filled working space and in response to the color condition provides a control signal to a controller that increases a rate of fluid flow through the fluid-filled working space.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein said operating simultaneously utilizes a single surgical unit that houses: (i) the controller; (ii) the video processor; (iii) an inflow pump and an outflow pump of the fluid flow system; and (iv) an electrical source for powering the arthroscopic cutter.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the videoscopic system includes an endoscope with a distal image sensor that claim 21 , during said operating claim 21 , is positioned in the fluid-filled working ...

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Номер записи: 44
03-01-2019 дата публикации

SOFT RETRACTORS

Номер: US20190000435A1
Автор: Galloway Kevin C., LESSING Joshua Aaron
Принадлежит:

A soft material retractor includes at least two soft actuators, each actuator having at least one pressurizable interior space, wherein the actuator has a first flexible resting state and a second stiffer pressurized state; and a flexible sheet spanning the actuators such that the actuators can be spaced apart from each other by a distance selected to displace a volume of material of a body cavity. The retractor can be uses for holding open wounds or incisions, with trochars, or to displace anatomical features such as organs within a body cavity. 13.-. (canceled)4. A method of forming a soft material device comprising at least a first and second soft actuators comprising a first and second pressurizable interior spaces , respectively , the method comprising: a first soft actuator mold body;', 'a second soft actuator mold body; and', 'a bridging channel connecting the first and second soft actuator mold bodies;, 'providing a first mold comprisingcasting a first material having a first durometer into the first mold to form a molded part comprising a first and second actuators connected by a bridge; wherein the first and second actuators comprises the first and second pressurizable interior spaces, respectively;transferring the molded part into a second mold comprising a plurality of cavities;casting a second material having a second durometer higher than the first durometer into the cavities to form a plurality of structural features on at least a portion of the surfaces of the first and second actuators; andremoving the formed soft material device from the second mold.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising inserting a first and second rods into the first and second soft actuator mold bodies claim 4 , respectively; wherein the first and second rods define the first and second pressurizable interior spaces claim 4 , respectively;6. The method of claim 4 , further comprising sealing the ends of the first and second elastomeric actuators.7. The method of claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 45
04-01-2018 дата публикации

INTEGRATED PAINLESS BONE MARROW BIOPSY DEVICE

Номер: US20180000465A1
Автор: BROWN Elliott, FRIEDMAN Tamir
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and method for performing painless bone marrow biopsy that requires only a single procedural pass to the biopsy bone site is disclosed. The biopsy device combines dermatotomy, anesthesia and marrow specimen extraction functionality and inherently aligns the bone drilling site with the site of anesthetic delivery by incorporating a transport channel that may be used for anesthetic delivery, into the biopsy needle used for bone access and bone marrow sample retrieval. The biopsy device also discloses a right angle drill interface and multiple side-access ports for aspiration and anesthetic syringe attachments. A novel syringe/plunger system comprising vacuum tube fitted plungers for quick transfer of marrow specimen sample without requiring a second non-sterile assistant is also disclosed. 1. A device comprising:a needle assembly comprising:a hollow tubular sleeve having a hollow opening therethrough,a stylet mounted in the hollow opening of the hollow tubular sleeve and having a first conduit therethrough, andone or more side openings,a liquid pressure generator in fluid communication with the first conduit and configured to apply pressure to liquid in the first conduit,wherein when a container containing a liquid anesthetic agent is in fluid communication with the first conduit and the liquid pressure generator applies pressure to the liquid anesthetic agent, the liquid anesthetic agent is forced through the first conduit and out through one or more end-openings of the stylet, andwherein when the device is inserted in bone marrow so that side openings are exposed to the bone marrow and a suction generator applies suction to a second conduit extending at least partway through the needle assembly, at least a portion of the bone marrow is withdrawn into the device through the side openings.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first conduit and second conduit are different conduits.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stylet includes a removable distal ...

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Номер записи: 46
07-01-2021 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PREVENTION OF SURGICAL SITE INFECTION

Номер: US20210000501A1
Автор: Coe Jonathan, III Edward, Koehler Jeremy, McDermott Kevin, Ruppel, Spinelli Nicholas
Принадлежит:

A surgical access device and methods for facilitating access through an incision or wound to a surgical site in a patient's body comprising an inferior retention member, a superior retention member, and a pliable membrane therebetween. The pliable membrane includes a base layer, a permeable membrane attached to the base layer, and a fluid delivery region disposed between the layers. The fluid delivery region is fluidly coupled to a fluid source. The fluid is delivered to the surgical site via the permeable membrane. The inferior retention member provides for fluid removal from the surgical site. Methods are provided for use of the surgical access device to retract tissue and deliver fluid to the tissue from the pliable membrane. 1. A surgical access device adapted to facilitate access to a surgical site within a body of a patient through an incision in the body , the surgical access device comprising:a first retention member;a second retention member configured to lie in a plane above the incision, wherein the second retention member is configured to expand in the plane from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration, wherein the second retention member comprises at least three linkages pivotably coupled to one another such that actuation of the at least three linkages causes the at least three linkages to pivot relative to one another thereby radially expanding or collapsing the second retention member; anda pliable membrane extending between the first retention member and the second retention member, the pliable membrane configured to engage and expand the incision to facilitate access to the surgical site when the second retention member is in the expanded configuration.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a locking mechanism coupled to one or more inner pivots claim 1 , one or more outer pivots claim 1 , one or more middle pivots claim 1 , or any combination thereof of the second retention member.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 47
04-01-2018 дата публикации

THROMBECTOMY AND SOFT DEBRIS REMOVAL DEVICE

Номер: US20180000510A1
Автор: Eberhardt Mark, Evans Douglas G., Fisher William T., Nash John E., SAURO Dennis M., WALTERS Greg
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A device suitable for removing material from a living being is provided, featuring at least an aspiration pump, powered by a motor. The aspiration pump and any optional infusate pump preferably feature a helical pumping mechanism, and operate at a high rate of rotation, thereby ensuring adequate pumping performance and flexibility. The helical pumping mechanism may be a helical coiled wire about a central core tube. The helical coil wire, whether together with, or independent of, the core tube, may be rotated to cause a pumping action. Additionally, a narrow crossing profile is maintained, ensuring that the device may reach more tortuous regions of the vasculature. In one embodiment, the system comprises a wire-guided mono-rail catheter with a working head mounted on a flexible portion of the catheter that can laterally displace away from the guide wire to facilitate thrombus removal. The working head may be operated to separate and move away from the guide wire to come within a closer proximity of the obstructive material to more effectively remove it from the vessel. 1. A flexible catheter system for clearing an accumulation of occlusive material from a vessel , duct or lumen in a living being , said flexible catheter system comprising a rotary helical aspiration pump , wherein said rotary helical aspiration pump comprises a helical wire , a core , and a catheter jacket , wherein said catheter jacket surrounds said helical wire and said helical wire is wrapped around said core in a helical arrangement , and further wherein said helical wire is driven by a helical source of rotary power to operate independently of said core.2. The flexible catheter system of claim 1 , wherein said core is arranged to not rotate when said helical wire is driven by said source of rotary power.3. The flexible catheter system of wherein said core is arranged to rotate in the same direction of said operation of said helical wire.4. The flexible catheter system of wherein said core is ...

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Номер записи: 48
03-01-2019 дата публикации

STERILE SURGICAL TRAY

Номер: US20190000581A1
Автор: Chong Lawrence, Humayun Mark, Kerns Ralph, Lue Jaw Chyng, McCormick Matthew T., Wells Trent Spencer
Принадлежит:

A surgical apparatus for use by a surgeon can include a tray and a plurality of surgical instruments. The tray can have a plurality of structures located on an upper side of the tray for receiving the plurality of surgical instruments. The tray can receive a separate control unit. The tray can also have a fluid reservoir receiver for receiving a bottle or container of fluid, such as balanced salt solution. The fluid reservoir receiver can include one or more features, including, a spike, an air vent, and a light. A separate container can be used to place the bottle or container of fluid into the fluid reservoir receiver on the tray. This separate container can include a collapsible section. 123-. (canceled)24. A method of preparing for an ophthalmic surgical procedure comprising:aligning a sterile container for holding and surrounding a bottle of fluid with a recess in a sterile surgical tray, the recess configured to receive the bottle of fluid;placing the container around the recess so that the bottle of fluid can be advanced into the recess; andcompressing the container such that the container is forced into contact with the sterile surgical tray causing a side wall section of the container to collapse and decreasing an overall length of the container and thereby inserting the bottle of fluid into the recess.25. The method of claim 24 , wherein compressing the container comprises collapsing an accordion-style section of the side wall of the container.26. The method of claim 24 , wherein compressing the container comprises pressing downward on a bottom surface of the container while the container is in contact with the sterile surgical tray.27. The method of claim 24 , further comprising puncturing a membrane of the bottle of fluid with a spike positioned within the recess.28. The method of claim 27 , further comprising advancing the bottle of fluid onto the spike in the recess.29. The method of claim 24 , further comprising removing the container from covering ...

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Номер записи: 49
04-01-2018 дата публикации

FLEXIBLE ELECTRODE

Номер: US20180000542A1
Автор: Marass Tim, Marrs James C., Oliverius Andrew Ryan
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A flexible electrode includes an internal spring with an increased spring rate and/or distal-end and proximal-end turns having increased diameters. In an embodiment, a catheter electrode comprises an electrode body defining a cavity therein, the cavity comprising a first diameter; and a spring disposed within the cavity, the spring comprising a second diameter; wherein the first diameter is equal to the second diameter. 1. A catheter electrode comprising:an electrode body defining a cavity therein, the cavity comprising a first diameter; anda spring disposed within the cavity, the spring comprising a second diameter;wherein the first diameter is equal to the second diameter.2. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , wherein the electrode body is flexible.3. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , wherein the first diameter comprises a diameter of the cavity.4. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , wherein the spring comprises a plurality of turns claim 1 , wherein the plurality of turns comprises a distal-end turn and a proximal-end turn claim 1 , and wherein the second diameter comprises an outer diameter of at least one of the distal-end turn and the proximal-end turn.5. The catheter electrode of claim 4 , further comprising:a distal cap portion adjacent to the distal-end turn; anda proximal stem portion adjacent to the proximal-end turn.6. The catheter electrode of claim 5 , wherein the distal-end turn and the distal cap portion are welded together to form a first contact surface; and wherein the proximal-end turn and the proximal stem portion are welded together to form a second contact surface.7. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , wherein the catheter tip electrode is irrigated.8. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , further comprising a thermocouple or thermistor.9. The catheter electrode of claim 1 , wherein the spring has a spring rate of about 150 grams per inch or greater.10. A catheter electrode comprising:an electrode body, the electrode body defining a cavity ...

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Номер записи: 50
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Methods, Systems, and Devices for Initializing a Surgical Tool

Номер: US20180000543A1
Автор: Hibner John A.
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Various exemplary methods, systems, and devices for initializing a surgical tool are provided. In general, a surgical tool can include an end effector, an elongate shaft, and a wrist that couples the end effector to a distal end of the shaft. The wrist can be configured to facilitate movement of the end effector relative to the shaft. The surgical tool can include multiple flexible members configured to move, either individually or as a group including any plural number of the flexible members, to cause the movement of the end effector relative to the shaft by pivoting at the wrist. The movement of the end effector can include movement between an unarticulated position and an articulated position. The surgical tool can also include one or more homing members configured to be selectively actuated to force the end effector into the unarticulated position. 1. A surgical tool , comprising:a tool shaft;an end effector coupled to a distal end of the tool shaft;a multi-axial wrist disposed between the tool shaft and the end effector;a plurality of flexible cables extending along the tool shaft and operatively coupled to the end effector such that tension selectively applied to one or more of the plurality of flexible cables causes at least one of pitch and yaw motion of the end effector; anda homing rod configured to be selectively moveable relative to the end effector for forcing the end effector into a substantially zero-angle position relative to the tool shaft.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the end effector includes first and second jaws claim 1 , and the homing rod is configured to extend into a recess formed in the first jaw.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the end effector includes first and second jaws claim 1 , and the homing rod includes first and second rods claim 1 , the first rod being configured to extend into a first recess formed in the first jaw claim 1 , and the second rod being configured to extend into a second recess formed in the second jaw.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 51
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Surgical Instrument With Robotic And Manual Actuation Features

Номер: US20170000573A1
Автор: Bailey David, Hoornaert Dean, LARKIN David Q, Millman Paul, Mintz David Stephen
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A teleoperated surgical instrument comprises a housing configured to couple to a teleoperated manipulator and an elongated tube having a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The first end is mounted to the housing and the second end has one or more openings configured to deliver or receive a fluid at a surgical site. The instrument further comprises a flow control system in the housing. The flow control system includes a first tubular member coupled to the elongated tube and a first control element rotatable relative to the housing and the first tubular member. The first control element includes a receiving portion coupled to a shaft portion. The receiving portion is configured to couple with the teleoperated manipulator and rotate to control flow of the fluid through the first tubular member. 121-. (canceled)22. A teleoperated surgical instrument comprising:a housing configured to couple to a teleoperated manipulator;an elongated tube having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first end being mounted to the housing, and the second end having one or more openings configured to deliver or receive a fluid at a surgical site; anda flow control system in the housing, the flow control system including:a first tubular member coupled to the elongated tube, anda first control element rotatable relative to the housing and the first tubular member, the first control element including a receiving portion coupled to a shaft portion, wherein the receiving portion is configured to couple with the teleoperated manipulator and rotate to control flow of the fluid through the first tubular member.23. The teleoperated surgical instrument of claim 22 , wherein the first tubular member is flexible claim 22 , and wherein rotation of the receiving portion causes compression of the first tubular member to control flow of the fluid through the first tubular member.24. The teleoperated surgical instrument of wherein the flow control system further includes: ...

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Номер записи: 52
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Medical securing device for securing a cardiac implant device with a securing member

Номер: US20190000625A1
Автор: Ger O'CARROLL, Hans-Reinhard ZERKOWSKI, Jake O'REGAN, Olli KERÄNEN, Stuart DEANE
Принадлежит: Medtentia International Ltd Oy

A medical securing, such as a suturing device (100) for securing a cardiac implant device (400A, 400B) with a securing member (102), like a suture. The medical securing device comprises an elongated sheath (101) extending in a longitudinal direction and having proximal (101A) and distal (101B) ends. The distal end of the elongated sheath has a support portion (101C) to support the elongated sheath to the cardiac implant device and/or to the tissue (20). The medical securing device comprises also a securing member introduction device (103) extending from the sheath (101) and having proximal (103A) and distal (103B) ends. The distal end (103B) of the securing member introduction device (103) is configured to deliver the securing member (102) to the cardiac implant device and to secure the cardiac implant device to the annulus (20) of the valve with the securing member (102).

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Номер записи: 53
13-01-2022 дата публикации

PROBE FOR EYE EXAMINATION USING A DISTAL CONVEX MIRROR

Номер: US20220007937A1
Автор: Gliner Vadim, Govari Assaf
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An ophthalmology apparatus includes a shaft for insertion into an eye, a convex mirror and a camera, and a magnetic orientation sensor. The convex mirror and the camera are coupled at a distal end of the shaft, with the convex mirror located distally to the camera and having an optical path to image onto the camera a region of the eye. The magnetic orientation sensor is coupled to the shaft and configured to measure a roll angle of the shaft. 1. An ophthalmology apparatus , comprising:a shaft for insertion into an eye;a convex mirror and a camera coupled at a distal end of the shaft, with the convex mirror located distally to the camera and having an optical path to image onto the camera a region of the eye; anda magnetic orientation sensor coupled to the shaft and configured to measure a roll angle of the shaft.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the region of the eye comprises a capsular bag.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , further comprising a phacoemulsification needle coupled at the distal end of the shaft.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , further comprising a pump configured to aspirate a cataract fragment from the capsular bag via the phacoemulsification needle.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , and comprising a deflectable distal element coupled at the distal end of the shaft claim 1 , wherein the mirror and the camera are coupled to the deflectable distal element claim 1 , and wherein the magnetic orientation sensor is coupled to the shaft proximally to the deflectable distal element.6. The apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein the mirror faces away from the deflectable distal element such that the imaged region of a vitreous humor is in a vicinity of an optic disc region while the deflectable distal element is deflected away from the optic disc.7. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a display; and receive respective signals from the magnetic orientation sensor while the shaft is rotated to respective ...

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Номер записи: 54
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Handheld electromechanical surgical system

Номер: US20220008079A1
Автор: Anthony Sgroi, Jr., Charles Kollar, David Valentine, James Delbo, John Hryb, Patrick Mozdzierz, Paul Richard, Scott Firth, Stephen Paul, Steven Joyce
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

The present disclosure relates to adapter assemblies for use with and to electrically and mechanically interconnect electromechanical surgical devices and surgical reloads, and to surgical systems including handheld electromechanical surgical devices and adapter assemblies for connecting surgical reloads to the handheld electromechanical surgical devices.

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Номер записи: 55
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Ultrasonic cutting blade with cooling liquid conduction

Номер: US20150005774A1
Автор: Alexander Darian, Dan Voic, Ronald Manna, Scott Isola
Принадлежит: Misonix LLC

An ultrasonic surgical tool has probe body with an operative surface or edge contactable with organic tissues for performing a surgical operation on the tissues. A shank of the probe body is provided with a connector for operatively attaching the tool to a source of ultrasonic mechanical vibrational energy. The shank and a portion of the probe body are formed with a channel for fluid delivery to the probe body. At least a portion of the probe body located between the channel and the operative surface or edge has a microporous or sintered structure enabling fluid penetration to the operative surface or edge from the channel.

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Номер записи: 56
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Sheath coupling member and associated instrument assembly

Номер: US20150005796A1
Автор: Alexander Darian, Dan Voic, Ronald Manna, Scott Isola
Принадлежит: Misonix LLC

A coupling member for an ultrasonic instrument assembly has a tubular body with a first port at a first end and a second port at a second end opposite the first end. A lumen in the body member extends from the first end to the second end so that the first and the second port communicate with one another. The body member is made of a flexible resilient material such as silicone rubber and at least one reinforcement element is joined to the body member. The reinforcement element is configured so as to at least inhibit a collapse of the body member.

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Номер записи: 57
12-01-2017 дата публикации

SYRINGE DEVICE AND SYRINGE PLUNGER

Номер: US20170007105A1
Автор: DEJIMA Takumi, KUWAE Toshiharu
Принадлежит: FUJIFILM Corporation

A syringe device includes a syringe body; a first space defined inside the syringe body; a plunger body being slidable inside the syringe body and varies the volume of the first space; a second space defined inside the plunger body; a plunger rod being slidable inside the plunger body and varies the volume of the second space; a coil spring that urges the plunger rod in a direction expanding the volume of the second space; a first communication passage and a second communication passage that communicate the first space with the second space; and a check valve member that forms an orifice that restricts the flow of a fluid between the first space and the second space in the first communication passage, and a check valve that allows only the flow of the fluid from the second space to the first space in the second communication passage. 1. A syringe device comprising:a cylindrical syringe body having a nozzle at a distal end thereof;a first space of which a portion of a wall surface is defined inside the syringe body;a cylindrical plunger body that is configured so as to be slidable in an axial direction inside the syringe body and makes the volume of the first space variable;a second space of which a portion of a wall surface is defined inside the plunger body;a cylindrical plunger rod that is configured so as to be slidable in the axial direction inside the plunger body and makes the volume of the second space variable;an urging member that is provided between the plunger body and the plunger rod, and urges in a direction of expanding the volume of the second space;a first communication passage and a second communication passage that allow the first space and the second space to communicate with each other; an orifice that is provided in the first communication passage and restricts the flow of a fluid between the first space and the second space; anda check valve that is provided in the second communication passage, allows the flow of the fluid from the second space ...

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Номер записи: 58
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Illuminated mircorsurgical probe

Номер: US20170007107A1
Автор: Gregg D Scheller, Michael J O'Laughlin
Принадлежит: Kogent Surgical LLC

An illuminated microsurgical probe may include a handle, a diffuser, an aspiration conduit, and an optic fiber bundle. The diffuser may include a diffuser distal end, a diffuser proximal end, and a diffuser inner bore. The handle may include a handle distal end, a handle proximal end, and a handle inner bore. The aspiration conduit may include an aspiration conduit distal end and an aspiration conduit proximal end. The aspiration conduit distal end may be disposed in the diffuser inner bore and the aspiration conduit proximal end may be disposed in the handle inner bore. The optic fiber bundle may include an optic fiber bundle distal end and an optic fiber bundle proximal end. The optic fiber bundle distal end may be disposed in the diffuser inner bore.

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Номер записи: 59
14-01-2016 дата публикации

MICRODERMABRASION DEVICE

Номер: US20160008031A1
Автор: BEIJENS Linda Goverdina Maria, CHLON Caecilia Hendrina Theodora, GROOTEL-RENSEN Maria Angelina Josepha, JURNA MARTIN, NUIJS Antonius Maarten
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The present application relates to a microdermabrasion device (). The device has a suction path () along which skin fragments removed by the device are drawn, and a detection unit () configured to determine one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path. The detection unit is configured to determine the depth of abrasion performed by the device based on the one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path. The present application also relates to a method of determining the operating depth of abrasion of a microdermabrasion device. 1. A microdermabrasion device comprising:a suction path along which skin fragments removed by the device are drawn, anda detection unit,characterized in that the detection unit is configured to determine one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path,wherein the detection unit is configured to determine the depth of abrasion performed by the device based on the one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path.2. A microdermabrasion device according to claim 1 , wherein the detection unit further comprises a detector disposed on the suction path to detect one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path.3. A microdermabrasion device according to claim 2 , wherein the detection unit comprises at least two detectors and the detection unit further comprises a second detector disposed on the suction path to detect one or more characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path.4. A microdermabrasion device according to claim 3 , wherein the first and second detectors are each configured to detect different characteristics of skin fragments drawn along the suction path.5. A microdermabrasion device according to claim 1 , wherein the detection unit further comprises a feedback module configured to provide feedback to the user based on the operating depth of abrasion determined by the detection unit.6. A ...

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Номер записи: 60
12-01-2017 дата публикации

In-joint sensor for a surgical fluid management pump system

Номер: US20170007750A1
Автор: Brady Woolford, Justin Smith
Принадлежит: Individual

An in-joint pump and control device comprising a pump and an in-joint sensor. The pump is configured to convey fluid to a body joint surgical site. The pump has an algorithm associated therewith to make calculations and to assist in controlling the operation of the pump. The in-joint sensor is operatively associated with the pump by at least a communication member. The in-joint sensor comprises a sheath, an integration member attached to the sheath, a pressure sensor connected to the integration member, and a temperature sensor adjacent the sheath. The pressure sensor is adapted to provide pressure information to the pump via the communication member. The temperature sensor is also adapted to provide temperature information to the pump via the communication member.

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Номер записи: 61
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Safety isolation bags for intra abdominal, endoscopic procedures, power morcellation and vaginal morcellation

Номер: US20180008250A1
Автор: Lalu Joseph
Принадлежит: Individual

A safety isolation bag is a pneumoperitoneum device for intra-abdominal, endoscopic procedures, power morcellation and vaginal morcellation for facilitating safe removal of body mass from within the abdominal cavity. It comprises of an expandable and collapsible enclosed internal space ( 5 ) having a neck portion ( 4 ) with mouth ( 3 ) having retractor means ( 2 ) and provided with markings, colour coded indicating how much the bag is to be pulled out for the removal of large, medium and small tissue mass, and also having one or more non-return valves ( 6 ) attached with long looped threads ( 8 ) on one of the surface in the wall of the safety isolation bag below the neck as a means for introducing the surgical instruments and accessories into the enclosed internal space at the right place and to close the puncture hole after the procedure. It is made of one or more layers of flexible biocompatible/medical grade plastic film.

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Номер записи: 62
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND RELATED METHODS FOR FASTENING TISSUE

Номер: US20210007737A1
Автор: BELKHAYAT Nora, Gray Jeff, REID Conor, Smith Paul, WALES Ryan V.
Принадлежит: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.

A medical device may include a shaft extending from a proximal end toward a distal end, the shaft including a lumen extending from the proximal end toward the distal end; a first stapling head at the distal end, the first stapling head configured to contain one or more staples, and the first stapling head having a block disposed within, and movable relative to, the first stapling head; a second stapling head at the distal end; and a pushing element extending through the lumen, the pushing element being movable from a first position to a second position, wherein transition of the pushing element from the first position to the second position urges the block to move toward second stapling head to deploy the one or more staples. 1. A medical device , comprising:a shaft extending from a proximal end toward a distal end, the shaft including a lumen extending from the proximal end toward the distal end;a first stapling head at the distal end, the first stapling head configured to contain one or more staples, and the first stapling head having a block disposed within, and movable relative to, the first stapling head;a second stapling head at the distal end; anda pushing element extending through the lumen, the pushing element being movable from a first position to a second position, wherein transition of the pushing element from the first position to the second position urges the block to move toward second stapling head to deploy the one or more staples.2. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the pushing element also includes a third position and a fourth position claim 1 , before the pushing element is moved from the first position to the second position claim 1 , movement of the pushing element from the third position to the fourth position causes the first stapling head to move toward the second stapling head.3. The medical device of claim 2 , wherein the shaft extends along a longitudinal axis claim 2 , and the block and the first stapling head each are movable ...

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Номер записи: 63
11-01-2018 дата публикации

PIXEL ARRAY MEDICAL SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20180008300A1
Автор: KNOWLTON Edward
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Embodiments include devices and methods configured to fractionally resect skin and/or fat. Fractional resection is applied as a stand-alone procedure in anatomical areas that are off-limits to conventional plastic surgery due to the poor tradeoff between the visibility of the incisional scar and amount of enhancement obtained. Fractional resection is also applied as an adjunct to established plastic surgery procedures such as liposuction, and is employed to significantly reduce the length of incisions required for a particular application. The shortening of incisions has application in both the aesthetic and reconstructive realms of plastic surgery. 1. A method comprising:generating a protocol using patient data, wherein the protocol includes at least one target site and a topographical map of fractional skin resections configured for application at the at least one target site;positioning at the target site a carrier including a scalpet assembly comprising at least one scalpet and a depth control device, wherein the at least one scalpet includes a tube comprising a hollow region and a sharpened distal end configured to penetrate tissue at the at least one target site;performing fractional resection by circumferentially incising skin pixels at the at least one target site using the scalpet assembly, and controlling a depth of penetration of the incising using the depth control device; andremoving the fractionally resected skin pixels from the at least one target site via an orifice in the at least one scalpet.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the protocol includes at least one of fractional skin tightening and contouring.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the fractional resection comprises fractional resection of at least one of skin and fat.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the fractional resection comprises fractional resection of skin.5. The method of claim 4 , comprising determining parameters of a fractional field claim 4 , wherein the parameters include at ...

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Номер записи: 64
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SURGICAL SYSTEMS WITH SESNSING AND MACHINE LEARNING CAPABILITIES AND METHODS THEREOF

Номер: US20210007760A1
Автор: Reisin Carina R.
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Systems and methods for determining surgical system settings during a surgical procedure are disclosed. The surgical systems comprise of a control system, a means for tissue removal, sensing capabilities and machine learning application(s). The sensing capabilities and machine learning application(s) are configured to determine type and/or properties of the removed tissue and to predict preferred surgical settings for optimized removal and surgical outcomes. The learning machine application(s) communicates these preferred settings to a surgical control system. 1. A system for removing a selected portion of tissue structure from a part of a human body , the system comprising:a catheter having a tubular body comprising an outer sheath and an inner core;a hub assembly connected at a proximal end of the catheter for coupling to a control system;a transducer;a horn coupled to the transducer; anda hollow needle, having an inner lumen, coupled directly or indirectly to the horn, wherein the hollow needle includes a distal cutting tip to fragment and/or emulsify the selected portion of tissue structure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the transducer is coupled to a distal end of one of the inner core or the outer sheath.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the transducer is coupled to the hub assembly and the inner core.4. The system of further comprises a guidewire sized to pass longitudinally through an entire length of the catheter and an inner lumen of the hollow needle claim 1 , the guidewire includes one or more deployable surgical assisting elements.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hub assembly comprises a sealed port for a guidewire claim 1 , an aspiration port claim 1 , an irrigation port and a drive circuitry port.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control system comprises an associated drive circuitry configured to provide a variable frequency alternating current to drive or excite the transducer at a select operating frequency and causes oscillation of ...

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Номер записи: 65
14-01-2021 дата публикации

MEDICAL DEVICE FOR THE DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Номер: US20210007779A1
Автор: COELHO DO SAMEIRO ESPREGUEIRA MENDE Joäo Duarte, CORREIA Cristina, GONCALVES DOS REIS Rui Luis, ROMERO AMANDI DE SOUSA Rui Pedro, VILELA GOMES Carlos Alberto
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An arthroscopic surgery device for delivering a therapeutic formulation into a cartilage of an articular joint, wherein the device comprises: a flexible tubular delivery arm, comprising one or more internal channels for carrying the therapeutic formulation; a flexible external sleeve enveloping the delivery arm lengthwise; a pliable cup attached to an end of the delivery arm, for covering a cartilage part where the therapeutic formulation is to be delivered, arranged such that by outwards axial displacement of the delivery arm in respect to the external sleeve, the cup moves from inside to outside of the external sleeve, expanding the cup. The device may comprise a flexible internal sleeve between the delivery arm and the external sleeve, such that the flexible internal sleeve envelops the delivery arm lengthwise. The arthroscopic surgery device may be also used for extracting fluid from an articular cavity. 1. An arthroscopic surgery device for delivering a therapeutic formulation into a cartilage of an articular joint , wherein the device comprises:a flexible tubular delivery arm, comprising one or more internal channels one of which is configured to convey the therapeutic formulation;a flexible external sleeve enveloping the delivery arm lengthwise;a pliable cup attached to an end of the delivery arm configured to cover a first portion of the cartilage where the therapeutic formulation is to be delivered, wherein the cup is arranged such that by outward axial displacement of the delivery arm with respect to the external sleeve, moves the cup from an interior of the external sleeve to an exterior of the external sleeve, thereby expanding the cup.2. The arthroscopic surgery device according to claim 1 , further comprising a flexible internal sleeve disposed between the delivery arm and the external sleeve claim 1 , such that the flexible internal sleeve envelops the delivery arm lengthwise.3. The arthroscopic surgery device according to claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 66
11-01-2018 дата публикации

ULTRASONIC TORSIONAL TISSUE DISSECTION UTILIZING SUBALTERN MODES OF LONGITUDINAL-TORSIONAL RESONANTORS

Номер: US20180008303A1
Автор: Wuchinich David
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A TL/T tip is made by scaling down the dimensions of an L/T tip by the ratio of the TL/T frequency to the L/T frequency so that the TL/T tip can operate by excitement from a transducer at the same frequency that would have produced L/T motion in the L/T tip. A reductive resonator may be included between the transducer and the TL/T tip. 1. In a method of forming an ultrasonic tissue dissection instrument which includes a transducer connected to a tip having a resonator for producing exciting extensional motion in the resonator and producing motion in the terminus of the tip , the improvement being in selecting as a comparison tip a tip which is capable of producing L/T motion when operated by a transducer at a specified frequency and capable of being operated in a subaltern mode when operated by a transducer at a frequency substantially lower than the specified frequency , forming an TL/T tip by using for the length and lateral dimensions reduced dimensions which are scaled down from the length and lateral dimensions of the comparison tip by a ratio of the subaltern frequency to the L/T frequency , and creating TL/T motion in the TL/T tip by operating the transducer at the same specified frequency which would have produced L/T motion in the comparison tip.2. The method of wherein the instrument is lengthened by adding one half longitudinal wavelength resonators to the transducer.3. The method of wherein the reduced dimensions are scaled down by 0.5.4. The method of including inserting a reductive resonator between the transducer and the TL/T tip.5. In a method of forming an ultrasonic tissue dissection instrument which includes a transducer connected to a tip having a resonator and a tissue dissection terminus whereby extensional motion is excited by the transducer and motion is produced at the terminus claim 1 , the improvement being in inserting as the resonator a reductive resonator between the transducer and the tip claim 1 , and the reductive resonator and the ...

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Номер записи: 67
14-01-2021 дата публикации

OPHTHALMIC INCISIONAL PROCEDURE INSTRUMENT AND METHOD

Номер: US20210007893A1
Автор: Peddada Krishi, Pole Christopher J.
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An incisional instrument and method of use for creating accurate, reproducible surgical incisions. An exemplary embodiment includes an incisional instrument configured for attachment to a patient's eye and for use performing arcuate limbal relaxing incisions (LRIs). The incisional instrument is made up of two coaxial, interconnecting pieces: a docking piece and a cutting piece. The docking piece includes a suction mechanism and is configured for being secured to a patient's eye just outside the corneal limbus. The cutting piece is configured to fit flush within the docking piece and includes cutting blades and one or more handles for rotating the cutting piece relative to the docking piece. When assembled, the cutting blades extend beyond the proximal end of the docking piece by a length equal to the desired depth of LRIs to be cut. The incisional instrument further includes measurement markings for properly positioning and measuring incisions. 1. An ophthalmic incisional instrument for making limbal relaxing incisions (LRIs) on a patient's eye having a sclera , a cornea , and a corneal limbus , the instrument comprising:a docking piece having proximal and distal ends and a receiver extending between said docking piece ends;said docking piece proximal end configured for placement on the sclera of said patient's eye;said docking piece comprising an open center accommodating alignment of said docking piece on said sclera of said patient's eye;a cutting piece having proximal and distal ends and a rotational axis extending between said cutting piece ends;said cutting piece configured for insertion into said docking piece receiver and for rotation relative to said docking piece about said rotational axis in an assembled configuration of the instrument;said cutting piece mounting two cutting blades, each cutting blade extending proximally from said docking piece proximal end a fixed extension length approximately equal to a desired LRI incisional depth with said ...

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Номер записи: 68
27-01-2022 дата публикации

ARTHROSCOPIC DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20220022908A1
Автор: BENAMOU Steffan, Germain Aaron, Walker Michael D.
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An electrosurgical probe includes an elongated shaft assembly having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis. A distal housing is mounted on the distal end of the shaft and optionally includes a laterally open window where a plane of the window is generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the shaft. An interior channel extends axially through the shaft and further through an interior of the housing to the window in the housing. An electrode member with a serrated or other elongated edge may extend longitudinally across the window and may be configured to reciprocate the elongated edge longitudinally relative to the window. 117.-. (canceled)18. A surgical method of treatment , comprising: a handpiece with a motor drive and a first sensor;', 'a probe with a proximal hub and an elongated shaft assembly that extends about a longitudinal axis to a working end of the probe, the elongated shaft assembly including a first elongated member longitudinally received within a second elongated member, the proximal hub detachably coupled to the handpiece such that the motor drive is coupled to a rotating drive coupling in the proximal hub, the rotating drive coupling coupled to a proximal portion of the first elongated member and including a first magnet coupled thereto to rotate with the rotating drive coupling, wherein the first sensor in the handpiece is configured to sense rotation of the first magnet as the rotating drive coupling rotates for generating signals about the rotational position of the rotating drive coupling in the proximal hub, and wherein a distal portion of the first elongated member includes an electrode thereon and is actuatable to at least a first default position relative to the second elongated member at the working end of the probe; and', 'a controller configured to receive signals from the first sensor about the rotational position of the rotating drive coupling in the proximal hub,, 'operating a medical system to treat tissue in ...

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Номер записи: 69
10-01-2019 дата публикации

ULTRASONIC SURGICAL DRILL AND ASSOCIATED SURGICAL METHOD

Номер: US20190008544A1
Автор: VOIC DAN
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An ultrasonic surgical drill or drill bit includes a tubular member having a longitudinal axis of symmetry and a plurality of fins extending in longitudinal planes each containing the axis. In a surgical method utilizing the drill bit, one places a distal tip of the drill bit in contact with bone, presses the drill bit against the bone, and during that pressing of the drill bit, conducts ultrasonic vibrations into the drill bit. With the fins in contact with the bone, the drill bit is oscillated or angularly reciprocated about a longitudinal axis, so that the fins fragment bone material located between the fins. 18-. (canceled)9. A surgical method comprising:providing a drill bit having a plurality of at least partially longitudinally extending fins angularly spaced from each other about an instrument shaft;placing a distal tip of said drill bit in contact with bone;pressing said drill bit against the bone;during the pressing of said drill bit, conducting ultrasonic vibrations into said drill bit; andwith said fins in contact with the bone, oscillating or reciprocating said drill bit about a longitudinal axis, so that said fins fragment bone material located between said fins.10. The method defined in wherein the ultrasonic vibrations include longitudinal compression waves.11. The method defined in wherein the ultrasonic vibrations further include torsional waves.12. The method defined in wherein the longitudinal compression waves and torsional waves are applied simultaneously.13. The method defined in wherein the oscillating or reciprocating of said drill bit and the pressing of said drill bit are performed in staggered sequence.14. The method defined in wherein the pressing of said drill bit occurs during a first interval and the oscillating or reciprocating of said drill bit occurs in a second interval claim 13 , said second interval partially overlapping said first interval.15. The method defined in wherein the pressing of said drill bit occurs during multiple ...

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Номер записи: 70
10-01-2019 дата публикации

CATHETER FOR REMOVING FOREIGN BODY IN BLOOD VESSEL

Номер: US20190008550A1
Автор: YAMANOUCHI Dai
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A capturing unit provided on a distal end of a second tube can be deformed into a contracted state and an expanded state, in which the capturing unit is deployed to form a capturing chamber. The capturing chamber has an opening area decreased as it goes from a distal end opening of the capturing chamber toward a proximal end opening of the capturing chamber. A third tube rotatable relative to the second tube and a cutting unit provided on a distal end of the third tube for cutting a foreign substance are arranged in a second lumen. In the expanded state of the capturing unit, the cutting unit is arranged more toward the proximal end opening of the capturing chamber than the distal end opening. 1. A catheter for removing a foreign substance in a blood vessel , the catheter comprising:a tube configured to be inserted in the blood vessel; anda capturing unit configured to be radially expandable and to be guided into the blood vessel through the tube to capture the foreign substance in the blood vessel, the capturing unit comprising a frame having protrusions on an inner side of the capturing unit; anda guide unit configured to guide a foreign substance between the guide unit and the capturing unit toward the capturing unit, the guide unit comprising wire members, each of the wire members being convex toward a wall of the blood vessel when the guide unit is placed inside the blood vessel.2. The catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the capturing unit is configured such that an outer side of the capturing unit touches a wall of the blood vessel when the capturing unit is expanded.3. The catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the capturing unit and the guide unit are sized such that the foreign substance guided toward the capturing unit is nodulized between the frame of the capturing unit and the wire members of the guide unit.4. The catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the capturing unit comprises a portion configured to expand in a bowl shape extending from an end ...

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Номер записи: 71
10-01-2019 дата публикации

PORT FEATURES FOR ULTRASONIC VITRECTOMY TIP

Номер: US20190008680A1
Автор: JOCHINSEN MAURICIO, Paydar Omeed
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Provided herein are systems, methods, and apparatuses that include a vitrectomy tip having port features for improved severing of vitreous fibers in a vitrectomy procedure. The vitrectomy tip may include one or more filaments traversing a port formed in the vitrectomy tip. The one or more filaments separate the port into a plurality of openings. When the vitrectomy tip is ultrasonically vibrated, the filaments impact the vitreous fibers causing them to sever. In this way, the filaments serve as severing elements to separate the vitreous fibers from the eye, thereby providing or improving the ability of the vitrectomy tip to perform the vitrectomy procedure. 1. An ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument comprising:a handpiece comprising an ultrasonic horn operable to transmit ultrasonic vibrations; and a proximal end;', 'a distal end;', 'an elongated portion extending from the proximal end to the distal end;', 'a port located at the distal end of the vitrectomy tip; and, 'a vitrectomy tip attached to the handpiece and operable to vibrate in response to the ultrasonic vibrations transmitted by the ultrasonic horn, the vitrectomy tip comprisingat least one filament separating the port into a plurality of openings.2. The ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one filament is a wire.3. The ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one filament comprises at least two filaments separating the port into at least four openings.4. The ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument according to claim 3 , wherein each of the at least two filaments is a wire.5. The ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument according to claim 1 , wherein the handpiece is adapted to transmit torsional ultrasonic vibrations to the vitrectomy tip.6. The ultrasonic vitrectomy instrument according to claim 5 , wherein the torsional ultrasonic vibrations cause oscillating movement of the vitrectomy tip in which the vitrectomy tip rotates back and forth between ...

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Номер записи: 72
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Surgical suction system

Номер: US20210008257A1
Автор: Jessica Snyder
Принадлежит: Conmed Corp

A surgical suction system. The surgical suction system includes a large bore Yankauer suction device having a distal tip with a first diameter, and a proximal end with exterior hose barbs and a second diameter. The second diameter is greater than the first diameter such that a channel extending through the large bore Yankauer suction device may have an increasing diameter from the distal tip to the proximal end. The surgical system also includes cannulated tubing having a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end configured to mate with the exterior hose barbs of the Yankauer suction device. The surgical system further includes an adapter having a distal end with exterior hose barbs and a proximal end. The exterior hose barbs configured to mate with the proximal end of the cannulated tubing. The proximal end of the adapter is configured to connect to a port to a canister, wall vacuum, or other biological material collection device.

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Номер записи: 73
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Ultrasonic surgical apparatus and associated method

Номер: US20190009071A1
Автор: Alexander Darian
Принадлежит: Misonix LLC

A surgical instrument assembly has (i) a surgical instrument including a handpiece and a probe or horn attached to the handpiece, (ii) a source of ultrasonic vibratory energy operatively connected to the probe or horn, (iii) a source of electrical current operatively connected to deliver electrical current to organic tissues of a patient at a surgical site contacted by a distal end of the probe or horn, and (iv) a sensor of electrical potential disposable in contact with the patient at a desired distance from the surgical site. The sensor is operatively connected to the source of ultrasonic vibratory energy to automatically attenuate an output thereof in response to a detected potential of a predetermined magnitude.

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Номер записи: 74
09-01-2020 дата публикации

VACUUM TRANSFER TOOL FOR EXTENDABLE CATHETER

Номер: US20200009301A1
Автор: Yee Brandon
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An aspiration catheter is provided including a proximal section and a distal section extendable through the proximal section. A vacuum transfer tool may be coupled to a proximal end of the proximal section. The vacuum transfer tool may include a proximal transfer tube and a distal transfer tube, each having an aspiration port in communication with a vacuum source. The proximal transfer tube may be removably received within a proximal end of the distal transfer tube. The distal section of the catheter may be inserted into the proximal section through the proximal transfer tube. The proximal transfer tube may maintain a vacuum around the proximal end of the distal section of the catheter such that when the distal section is removed by decoupling the proximal and distal transfer tubes, the vacuum within the distal transfer tube and proximal section of the catheter is maintained, preventing the escape of any clots. 1. A vacuum transfer tool for maintaining a vacuum within an extendable catheter , the vacuum transfer tool comprising:a proximal transfer tube comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end, and an aspiration port in fluid communication with the lumen, the aspiration port being positioned between the proximal end and the distal end;a distal transfer tube comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end, and an aspiration port in fluid communication with the lumen, the aspiration port being positioned between the proximal end and the distal end;wherein the distal end of the proximal transfer tube is removably connectable to the proximal end of the distal transfer tube;wherein the distal end of the distal transfer tube is directly or indirectly connectable to a proximal end of a catheter;wherein the proximal end of the proximal transfer tube comprises a proximal sealing port configured to receive and form a fluid seal around an extendable catheter segment; ...

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Номер записи: 75
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Medical Boom Filter System and Method

Номер: US20150013783A1
Автор: Bonano Samantha, Lizauckas Anthony, Lynch Joseph, Palmerton Christopher A., Palmerton Daniel, Pepe Gregory, Shvetsov Kyrylo
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A surgical boom having a surgical head with an electrical connection, a plurality of inlet ports, a compressed gas outlet, and a water outlet, one of the inlet ports having a cover, a hollow surgical arm mounted to a ceiling in a room and having a plurality of joints, a shaft passing through said ceiling, and a shaft collar attached to the ceiling, an outlet port, a filter media arranged between said outlet port and one of the inlet ports, the filter media comprising an ULPA media and an adsorbant layer, a control panel, a suction unit configured and arranged in a position below the ceiling to cause a fluid to be drawn from the inlet port through the filter media and out through said outlet port while minimizing noise in the proximity of the inlet port, wherein the fluid drawn from said inlet port comprises an exhaust path through the hollow arm. 1. A surgical boom comprising:a surgical head having an electrical connection, a plurality of inlet ports, a compressed gas outlet, and a water outlet,one of said inlet ports having a cover,a hollow surgical arm mounted to a ceiling in a room and having a plurality of joints, a shaft passing through said ceiling, and a shaft collar attached to said ceiling,an outlet port,a filter media arranged between said outlet port and one of said inlet ports, said filter media comprising an ULPA media and an adsorbant layer,a control panel,a suction unit configured and arranged in a position below said ceiling to cause a fluid to be drawn from said inlet port through said filter media and out through said outlet port while minimizing noise in the proximity of said inlet port,wherein said fluid drawn from said inlet port comprises an exhaust path through said hollow arm.2. The surgical boom as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said suction unit is mounted to said shaft at a position below said ceiling.3. The surgical boom as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said suction unit is arranged within said shaft at a position below said ceiling.4. ...

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Номер записи: 76
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Liquid Ejection Device and Surgical Apparatus

Номер: US20170014149A1
Автор: KOJIMA Hideki, Nakagawa Atsuhiro, Nakayashiki Atsushi, Sato Motohiko, Tominaga Teiji
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A liquid ejection device that suppresses scatter of the living tissue, such as cells excised, fragmentated, or otherwise separated by ejected pulsed flow is provided. 1. A liquid ejection device that ejects a first liquid in a form of pulses through a liquid ejection opening of an ejection tube ,the liquid ejection device comprising a second liquid supply unit that supplies a second liquid through a supply tube to a region in a vicinity of the liquid ejection opening.2. The liquid ejection device according to claim 1 , a liquid suction opening provided in a vicinity of the liquid ejection opening; and', 'a suction unit that is connected to the liquid suction opening via a suction tube and sucks the first liquid and the second liquid., 'wherein the liquid ejection device comprises3. The liquid ejection device according to claim 2 ,wherein the ejection tube is inserted through the supply tube.4. The liquid ejection device according to claim 1 ,wherein the ejection tube is inserted through the suction tube.5. The liquid ejection device according to claim 1 , a liquid chamber that changes a volume thereof to produce pulsed flow of the first liquid;', 'a volume varying unit that changes an amount of change in the volume of the liquid chamber; and', 'a controller that controls a supply quantity of the second liquid supplied from the second liquid supply unit on a basis of the amount of change in the volume of the liquid chamber., 'wherein the liquid ejection device comprises6. The liquid ejection device according to claim 5 ,wherein, when the volume varying unit increases the amount of change in the volume of the liquid chamber, the controller increases the quantity of the second liquid supplied from the second liquid supply unit.7. The liquid ejection device according to claim 5 ,wherein, when the volume varying unit reduces the amount of change in the volume of the liquid chamber, the controller reduces the quantity of the second liquid supplied from the second liquid ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-01-2017 дата публикации

ULTRASONIC WOUND TREATMENT APPARATUS AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20170014151A1
Автор: VOIC DAN
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An ultrasonic medical treatment probe has a head with a distal-most circular rim extending along an endless uninterrupted perimeter around a broad recess and formed with a series of serrations or teeth. The rim is thin in comparison to the width of the recess. The serrations or teeth preferably extend continuously along an entire circumference or length of the rim. The probe head is provided along the rim with a plurality of notches or openings communicating with the recess. 1. An ultrasonic medical treatment probe comprising: a shaft or shank; a connector at one end of said shaft or shaft configured for coupling to a source of ultrasonic vibratory energy; and a probe head at an end of said shaft or shank opposite said connector , said probe head including a recess opening onto a distal end plane , said probe head having a distal-most rim extending along an endless uninterrupted perimeter around said recess , said rim being formed with a series of serrations or teeth.2. The probe defined in wherein said distal-most rim is disposed in a plane.3. The probe defined in wherein said distal-most rim is circular.4. The probe defined in wherein said probe head has a cup-shaped configuration claim 3 , with said rim constituting an edge of said probe head.5. The probe defined in wherein said serrations or teeth extend continuously along an entire circumference of said rim.6. The probe defined in wherein said plane is oriented perpendicularly to an axis of said shaft or shank.7. The probe defined in wherein said probe head has a cup-shaped configuration claim 1 , with said rim constituting an edge of said probe head.8. The probe defined in wherein said rim is circular.9. The probe defined in wherein said serrations or teeth extend continuously along an entirety of said rim.10. The probe defined in wherein said probe head is provided along said rim with a plurality of notches or openings communicating with said recess.11. The probe defined in wherein said probe head is provided ...

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Номер записи: 78
19-01-2017 дата публикации

VITREOUS CUTTER WITH INTEGRATED ILLUMINATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20170014267A1
Автор: Kern Thomas, Mirsepassi Alireza, Papac Michael J., Smith Ronald T., Wheatley Barry L.
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An illuminated microsurgical instrument is provided herein that includes a microsurgical instrument having a tubular member arranged to treat patient tissue at a surgical site, the tubular member having a distal tip, an inner surface, and an outer surface. The inner surface defines a lumen. The outer surface has a notch formed therein. The illuminated microsurgical instrument further includes an optical fiber arranged to deliver light to the surgical site. The optical fiber includes a proximal end arranged to receive a light beam from a light source and also includes a curved distal end arranged to emit light adjacent to the distal tip. A portion of the curved distal end is positioned within the notch and curves away from the tubular member. 1. An illuminated microsurgical instrument comprising:a microsurgical instrument having a tubular member arranged to treat patient tissue at a surgical site, the tubular member having a distal tip and an outer surface; andan optical fiber arranged to deliver light to the surgical site, the optical fiber including a proximal end arranged to receive a light beam from a light source and also including a distal end with a fiber distal tip that includes a beveled end arranged to refract light away from the tubular member outer surface.2. The illuminated microsurgical instrument or claim 1 ,wherein the outer surface of the tubular member comprises a notch therein; andwherein the optical fiber is seated in the notch.3. The illuminated microsurgical instrument or claim 1 , wherein optical fiber is attached to the tubular member through an adhesive.4. The illuminated microsurgical instrument or claim 1 , wherein the fiber distal tip is not curved away from the tubular member.5. The illuminated microsurgical instrument or claim 1 , wherein the fiber distal tip is curved away from the tubular member.6. The illuminated microsurgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface of the tubular member has a notch formed therein; wherein ...

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Номер записи: 79
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas

Номер: US20170014558A1
Автор: Aaron Olafur Laurence Philippsen, Elisabeth Jacques Leeflang, James Jackson, Noah Mark Minskoff
Принадлежит: Integrated Surgical LLC

A surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas is shown and described. The surgical suction device includes an air amplifier. The air amplifier includes a structure defining a generally cylindrical cavity having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end. The cylindrical cavity is defined by an inner wall of the cavity. The air amplifier includes an annular opening in the inner wall near the first end. The annular opening defines a jet opening adapted to allow a pressurized gas to flow out of the annular opening such that a low pressure region is produced at the first end and an amplified flow is produced at the second end. The annular opening is further configured such that the pressurized gas enters the cavity at an angle with respect to the inner wall of the cavity that is towards the second end.

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Номер записи: 80
19-01-2017 дата публикации

SURGICAL SUCTION DEVICE THAT USES POSITIVE PRESSURE GAS

Номер: US20170014559A1
Автор: Jackson James, Minskoff Noah Mark
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A surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas is shown and described. The surgical suction device includes an air amplifier. The air amplifier includes a structure defining a generally cylindrical cavity having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end. The cylindrical cavity is defined by an inner wall of the cavity. The air amplifier includes an annular opening in the inner wall near the first end. The annular opening defines a jet opening adapted to allow a pressurized gas to flow out of the annular opening such that a low pressure region is produced at the first end and an amplified flow is produced at the second end. The annular opening is further configured such that the pressurized gas enters the cavity at an angle with respect to the inner wall of the cavity that is towards the second end. 1. A passive suction device comprising an inlet port configured to receive a gas, a liquid, a solid or any combination thereof;', 'a first opening; and', 'a first facing surface positioned along the outside of the first opening;, 'a first hollow segment having a central axis, wherein the first hollow segment comprises'} an outlet port configured to release the gas, the liquid, the solid or any combination thereof;', 'a second opening facing the first opening; and', 'a second facing surface positioned along the outside of the second opening and facing the first facing surface; and, 'a second hollow segment having an interior and comprising'} a pressurized gas port configured to receive a pressurized gas flow; and', 'a conduit having its interior surface formed by the first facing surface and the second facing surface, wherein the conduit is in fluid communication with the pressurized gas port, wherein the first facing surface comprises an angle less than 90 degrees relative to the central axis of the first hollow segment, and wherein the conduit is configured to receive the pressurized gas flow and direct the pressurized gas flow into ...

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Номер записи: 81
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas

Номер: US20170014560A1
Автор: Aaron Olafur Laurence Philippsen, Elisabeth Jacques Leeflang, James Jackson, Noah Mark Minskoff
Принадлежит: Conmed Corp, Integrated Surgical LLC

A surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas is shown and described. The surgical suction device includes an air amplifier. The air amplifier includes a structure defining a generally cylindrical cavity having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end. The cylindrical cavity is defined by an inner wall of the cavity. The air amplifier includes an annular opening in the inner wall near the first end. The annular opening defines a jet opening adapted to allow a pressurized gas to flow out of the annular opening such that a low pressure region is produced at the first end and an amplified flow is produced at the second end. The annular opening is further configured such that the pressurized gas enters the cavity at an angle with respect to the inner wall of the cavity that is towards the second end.

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Номер записи: 82
18-01-2018 дата публикации

RIGID ARTHROSCOPE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180014718A1
Автор: Kucklick Theodore R.
Принадлежит: Cannuflow, Inc.

A reinforced arthroscope comprising external ribs to provide for a number of separate fluid channels, such as inflow, outflow and interstitial tissue drainage, when the arthroscope is slipped into a disposable external sheath. The arthroscope is constructed to be sufficiently rigid so as to penetrate and move within a joint without damaging the rod optics inside. The externality of the arthroscope channels allow for cleaning and sterilizing the scope between uses. 1. An arthroscope system comprising:an arthroscope comprising a plurality of external ribs extending radially from and running longitudinally along the outer surface of the arthroscope, said external ribs integrally formed on the outer surface of the arthroscope;an external sheath having an inner surface and a central lumen;wherein the external sheath has an internal diameter closely matching the external diameter of the arthroscope whereby the inner surface of the external sheath, in conjunction with the ribs, define a plurality of fluid channels longitudinally extending within the arthroscope system; andcheck valves operably coupled to the inner surface of the external sheath within the fluid channels.2. The arthroscope system of further comprising apertures disposed on a central portion of the external sheath in fluid communication with the fluid channels.3. The arthroscope system of further comprising:a fluid manifold operably connected to the external sheath, said manifold comprising a plurality of fluid pathways communicating with the plurality of fluid channels;a source of irrigation fluid operably connected to the manifold and at least one of the fluid channels;a vacuum source operably connected to the manifold and at least one of the fluid channels.4. The arthroscope of claim 1 , wherein the external sheath further comprises an instrument introduction port operably connected to the external sheath to allow instruments to pass through the fluid channels.5. An arthroscope system comprising:an ...

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Номер записи: 83
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Tissue resection system

Номер: US20180014842A1
Автор: Cemal Shener-Irmakoglu
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

A surgical system can include a first instrument defining a first channel and a second instrument receivable by the first channel. The second instrument can include a second channel. A valve coupled to the first instrument controls fluid flow through the first channel. The valve has at least two positions and in one position, the impedance of fluid flow through the valve into the first channel (when the second instrument is not received in the first channel) is substantially the same as when the valve is the other position and the first channel partially blocked by the second instrument. In another aspect, a surgical system can include an outer member and the first instrument can be received within the outer member to define a second channel there between. The first instrument can include a visualization system and an illumination system.

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Номер записи: 84
18-01-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TISSUE TREATMENT

Номер: US20180014847A1
Автор: Buzea Brad, Parham Tate Ray
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A system, delivery device and method delivers ultrasonic energy to a target musculoskeletal tissue site. In some embodiments, the delivery device includes a stainless steel needle joined to a horn. In some embodiments, the stainless steel needle is joined to the horn using a heating process or a brazing process. 1. An ultrasonic energy delivery device configured to deliver ultrasonic energy to a musculoskeletal tissue site , the device comprising:a horn configured to receive energy generated by a transducer; anda work-hardened stainless steel needle brazed to the horn.2. The device of further comprising a processor configured to activate the transducer claim 1 , wherein the processor includes stored instructions that when executed cause the device to deliver ultrasonic energy at a frequency selected to debride the musculoskeletal tissue.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stainless steel needle is a fully hardened hypodermic needle.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stainless steel needle is brazed to the horn using an alloy.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stainless steel needle is brazed to the horn using an acid flux.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stainless steel needle is brazed to the horn using an inert gas.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the horn includes a tip portion that has an inwardly slanted portion configured to receive brazing material.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the horn comprises stainless steel.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stainless steel needle brazed to the horn is not annealed during the brazing process.10. A system configured to deliver ultrasonic energy to a musculoskeletal tissue site claim 1 , the system comprising:a memory device containing instructions;a processor in communication with the memory device; a horn; and', 'a work-hardened stainless steel needle brazed to the horn;, 'a delivery device comprisingwherein execution of the instructions by the processor causes the transducer to generate ...

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Номер записи: 85
18-01-2018 дата публикации

TREATMENT HEAD FOR PERFORMING A MICRODERMABRASION PROCEDURE

Номер: US20180014855A1
Автор: BEIJENS Linda Goverdina Maria, JURNA MARTIN, VAN AMERONGEN HENDRIK HALLING, Verkruijsse Willem
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The present application relates to a treatment head () for performing a microdermabrasion procedure on a subject's skin (). The treatment head () has a skin contact surface () which is positionable against the subject's skin () and at least one vacuum aperture () at the skin contact surface (). The at least one vacuum aperture () defines a path () at which a vacuum is generatable. The at least one vacuum aperture () has an abrasive edge () defined by a juncture of the vacuum aperture and the skin contact surface. The abrasive edge is configured to act on the subject's skin (). The present application also relates to a skin care device () for performing a microdermabrasion procedure on a subject's skin (). 1. A treatment head comprisinga skin contact surface which is positionable against a subject's skin, andat least one vacuum aperture at the skin contact surface, the at least one vacuum aperture defining a path at which a vacuum is generatable,wherein the at least one vacuum aperture has an abrasive edge defined by a juncture of the vacuum aperture and the skin contact surface,the abrasive edge being configured to act on the subject's skin, and wherein the skin contact surface comprises no abrasive elements protruding from the skin contact surface.2. The treatment head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one vacuum aperture comprises a sidewall claim 1 , the abrasive edge being defined by the juncture of the sidewall and the skin contact surface.3. The treatment head according to claim 2 , wherein the abrasive edge is defined around the periphery of the at least one vacuum aperture.4. The treatment head according to claim 1 , wherein the abrasive edge has a radius (r) equal to or smaller than 30 μm.5. The treatment head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one vacuum aperture has a minor axis between 0.5 mm and 5 mm.6. The treatment head according to claim 1 , wherein the abrasive edge comprises a first section and a second section claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 86
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Tissue Treatment

Номер: US20160015418A1
Автор: Buzea Brad, Parham Tate Ray
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A system, delivery device and method delivers ultrasonic energy to a target musculoskeletal tissue site. In some embodiments, the delivery device includes a stainless steel needle joined to a horn. In some embodiments, the stainless steel needle is joined to the horn using a heating process or a brazing process.

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Номер записи: 87
18-01-2018 дата публикации

RECOVERY AND PROCESSING OF HUMAN EMBRYOS FORMED IN VIVO

Номер: US20180015138A1
Автор: BUSTER John E., CARSON Sandra Ann, Cesario Moses, Woodard Steven Paul
Принадлежит: Previvo Genetics, Inc.

A kit having instructions for use for performing uterine lavage in a female patient includes a uterine lavage catheter configured for insertion into a woman's uterus to remove viable blastocysts from the uterus, and one or more first containers having a sufficient dosage amount of a GnRH antagonist to cause desynchronization of the endometrium of the patient prior to, during and/or following recovery of viable blastocysts from the uterus. 1. A method comprising:providing a fluid delivery and collection device; andprogramming a controller to deliver lavage liquid from the fluid delivery and collection device to the uterus to assist with the recovery of blastocysts from the uterus at a flow of fluid supply that substantially limits or prevents leakage of fluid into the fallopian tubes by limiting the total volume of liquid in the uterus at any given time to not exceed 10 mL.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising programming the controller to control the flow of fluid supply such that it does not exceed a maximum pressure of the device of between about 2 ounces per square inch and 50 pounds of pressure per square inch.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising programming the controller to control the flow of fluid supply such that it does not exceed a maximum pressure of the device of between about 2 ounces per square inch and 20 pounds of pressure per square inch.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising programming the controller to control the delivery of the fluid through the fluid delivery and collection device into the uterus in a series of pulses at a pre-determined pulse rate.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the pulse rate has a preset frequency in the range of one pulse per 0.5 to 4 seconds.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the controller is programmed to automatically control the delivery of the fluid through the fluid delivery and collection device into the uterus.7. A method comprising:providing a fluid delivery and collection device; ...

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Номер записи: 88
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing

Номер: US20190015095A1
Автор: Francis J. DiFrancesco, Jerry R. Griffiths, John C. Meade, Richard Clark
Принадлежит: Endoevolution LLC

An apparatus and method for minimally invasive suturing is disclosed. A suturing device for minimally invasive suturing includes proximal section having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis therebetween, a suture head assembly extending from the distal end of the proximal section; a suturing needle having a pointed end and a blunt end, the suturing needle capable of rotating about an axis approximately perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the proximal section, wherein the pointed end of the suturing needle is positioned within the suture head assembly prior to and after rotation of the suturing needle, and an actuator extending from the proximal end of the proximal section to actuate a reciprocating needle drive having a needle driver for engaging and rotating the suturing needle.

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Номер записи: 89
17-01-2019 дата публикации

AXIAL LENGTHENING THROMBUS CAPTURE SYSTEM

Номер: US20190015122A1
Автор: Ngo Tung Hoang, Nguyen Duy, Nguyen Thanh Van
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Systems and methods can remove material of interest, including blood clots, from a body region, including but not limited to the circulatory system for the treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), cerebrovascular embolism, and other vascular occlusions. 119-. (canceled)20. A clot capture system , comprising:a tubular body comprising a first end and a second end, the first end having an opening,wherein the tubular body is transformable to a first expanded configuration in which the first end is expanded, wherein the second end is compressed in the first expanded configuration, wherein the tubular body is folded between the first end and the second end such that a compressed portion of the tubular body is within an expanded portion of the tubular body, wherein the tubular body has a first expanded axial length in the first expanded configuration,wherein the tubular body is transformable to a second expanded configuration in which the tubular body has a second expanded axial length greater than the first expanded axial length.21. The clot capture system of claim 20 , further comprising an expanding guide catheter.22. The clot capture system of claim 20 , further comprising a funnel tip catheter.23. The clot capture system of claim 20 , wherein the tubular body is configured to be retracted through a funnel opening of an expanding guide catheter.24. The clot capture system of claim 20 , wherein the tubular body is configured to at least partially surround a thrombus in the second expanded configuration.25. The clot capture system of claim 20 , wherein the tubular body and a thrombus are configured to retracted into an expanding guide catheter.26. The clot capture system of claim 20 , further comprising at least one anchor.27. A clot capture system claim 20 , comprising:a tubular body comprising a first end and a second end, the first end having an opening,wherein the tubular body is transformable to a first expanded configuration in which the ...

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Номер записи: 90
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Systems and methods to facilitate delivery of a therapeutic agent into the skin of a subject

Номер: US20190015155A1
Автор: Richard Rox Anderson, William Farinelli
Принадлежит: General Hospital Corp

The present disclosure is directed to systems and methods that facilitate delivery of a therapeutic agent into the skin of a subject. A first mechanism can create a first angled channel through a first location on a surface of a subject's skin at a first angle relative to the surface of the subject's skin. A second mechanism, associated with the first mechanism, can create a second angled channel through a second location on the surface of the subject's skin at a second angle relative to the surface of the subject's skin. The first angled channel and the second angled channel intersect to form a connected channel under the surface of the subject's skin.

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Номер записи: 91
17-01-2019 дата публикации

CATARACT EXTRACTION METHOD AND INSTRUMENTATION

Номер: US20190015252A1
Автор: Casanova Fabio Henrique Cacho, Lake Jonathan, Soares Francisco Seixas, Tranjan Alfredo
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A tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece, including a tubular structure having an elongate portion with generally parallel sides and a flared end portion extending outwardly from the elongate portion and presenting a mouth that is larger in diameter than a lumen diameter of the elongate portion. The tip may include a plurality of internally extending structures coupled to an interior of the tubular structure. A method of surgically removing a crystalline lens of an eye, including evaluating the crystalline lens to determine the level of nuclear sclerosis, sectioning at least a central portion of the crystalline lens into a plurality of lens fragments by application of femtosecond laser energy and aspirating the lens fragments from the eye using a phaco-aspiration tip coupled to a source of suction. The method may include application of pulsed vacuum to aspirate lens fragments. 1. A tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece , comprising:a tubular structure including an elongate portion having generally parallel sides and a flared end portion extending outwardly from the elongate portion and presenting a mouth that is larger in diameter than a lumen diameter of the elongate portion;a plurality of internally extending structures coupled to an interior of the tubular structure;wherein the tubular structure is coupled to the phacoemulsification handpiece which in turn is coupled to a source of suction by which fragments of a crystalline lens may be drawn into the lumen of the tubular structure.2. The tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the internally extending structures comprise spikes or blades.3. The tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the flared end portion is frustoconical in shape.4. The tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the mouth defines an inner diameter of approximately 1200 μm.5. The tip for a phacoemulsification handpiece as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 92
21-01-2021 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHODS FOR INSPECTION AND TREATMENT OF HEMORRHOIDS

Номер: US20210015354A1
Автор: Bagley Kevin L., Carrillo Oscar R., Comee Shaun Dennis, Ibanez Nestor Allan, McGovern Michael, Tabur Peter, Windheuser Kevin
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A device may include an elongated housing formed of an optically transparent material, the housing extending from a proximal end to a distal end and including a lateral wall extending from the proximal end to a distal tip of the housing, the housing defining a lumen extending into the housing from a proximal opening in the proximal end of the housing. The device also may include a first port extending through the lateral wall of the housing to open the lumen of the housing to an exterior of the housing, the first port being sized and shaped to receive therein a target portion of tissue to be inspected and/or treated. 115-. (canceled)16. A device , comprising:an elongated housing formed of an optically transparent material, the housing extending from a proximal end to a distal end and including a lateral wall extending from the proximal end to a distal tip of the housing, the housing defining a lumen extending into the housing from a proximal opening in the proximal end of the housing; anda first port extending through the lateral wall of the housing to open the lumen of the housing to an exterior of the housing, the first port being sized and shaped to receive therein a target portion of tissue to be inspected and/or treated.17. The device of claim 16 , further comprising:a first ligation band holding structure surrounding the first port, the first ligation band holding structure configured to stretch a first ligation band around the first port so that, tissue drawn into the lumen of the housing via the first port passes through the first ligation band; anda first ligation band deploying mechanism selectively operable to deploy the first ligation band from the first ligation band holding structure so that the first ligation band constricts around any tissue extending through the first port.18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the ligation band deployment mechanism includes a trigger line extending through the lumen of the housing through the port to releasably ...

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Номер записи: 93
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Devices and methods for tether cutting

Номер: US20210015478A1
Автор: David Scott BARON, Rob KOTMEL, Russel Sampson
Принадлежит: Ancora Heart Inc

Devices and methods for cutting a tether are described herein. Devices described herein generally comprise a proximal handle, a catheter, and an inner shaft and a cutting blade disposed within the lumen of the catheter, where the cutting blade is movably disposed over the inner shaft. The proximal handle comprises an actuation mechanism to control the movement of the components of the device. Methods described herein generally comprise advancing a tether-cutting device over a tether, loading the tether through the catheter and inner shaft, applying tension to the tether, and rotating and distally translating a cutting blade in order to cut the tether.

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Номер записи: 94
16-01-2020 дата публикации

ASSISTED ASPIRATION CATHETER SYSTEM

Номер: US20200015840A1
Автор: Mallaby Mark
Принадлежит: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.

A thrombectomy system comprising an aspiration catheter having an aspiration lumen and a high pressure irrigation lumen, the aspiration catheter having a proximal end and a distal, and a control box fluidly connected to the aspiration catheter and configured to synchronously provide irrigation and vacuum through the aspiration catheter. 1. A thrombectomy system , comprising a control box adapted to be connected to the aspiration lumen and the high pressure irrigation lumen of the aspiration catheter;', 'a displacement pump;', 'wherein the control box is configured to signal the displacement pump to provide pulses of high pressure irrigation fluid from a fluid source in a sinusoidal pressure pattern to the high pressure irrigation lumen when vacuum from a vacuum source is present in the aspiration lumen, and to prevent the high pressure irrigation fluid from the fluid source from being provided to the high pressure irrigation lumen when the vacuum from the vacuum source is not present in the aspiration lumen;', 'wherein the aspiration lumen has a distal opening and wherein the high pressure irrigation lumen has a distal orifice directed into the aspiration lumen and configured to release a jet of irrigation fluid across a width of the aspiration lumen against an opposing wall of the aspiration lumen, wherein the distal orifice is proximal of the distal opening; and', 'wherein the jet forms a spray pattern that interacts with the opposing wall of the aspiration lumen in such a way that embolic material is diluted for aspiration and not forced out of the distal opening., 'an aspiration catheter having an aspiration lumen and a high pressure irrigation lumen, the aspiration catheter having a proximal end and a distal end;'}2. The thrombectomy system of claim 1 , wherein the distal orifice is proximal of the distal opening by at least 0.050 cm.3. The thrombectomy system of claim 1 , wherein the distal orifice is proximal of the distal opening by between 0.043 cm and 0. ...

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Номер записи: 95
16-01-2020 дата публикации

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED SHORT DURATION ABLATION

Номер: US20200015888A1
Автор: Altmann Andres Claudio, Ephrath Yaron, Govari Assaf, Zilberman Israel
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A method, including selecting a first maximum radiofrequency (RF) power to be delivered by an electrode within a range of 70 W-100 W, and selecting a second maximum RF power to be delivered by the electrode within a range of 20 W-60 W. The method also includes selecting an allowable force on the electrode within a range of 5 g-50 g, selecting a maximum allowable temperature, of tissue to be ablated, within a range of 55° C.-65° C., and selecting an irrigation rate for providing irrigation fluid to the electrode within a range of 8-45 ml/min. The method further includes performing an ablation of tissue using the selected values by initially using the first power, switching to the second power after a predefined time between 3 s and 6 s, and terminating the ablation after a total time for the ablation between 10 s and 20 s. 1. A method , comprising:selecting a maximum radiofrequency (RF) power to be delivered by an electrode within a range of 70 W-100 W;selecting an allowable force on the electrode within a range of 5 g-50 g;selecting a maximum allowable temperature, of tissue to be ablated, within a range of 55° C.-65° C.;selecting an irrigation rate for providing irrigation fluid to the electrode within a range of 8-30 ml/min; andperforming an ablation of the tissue using the selected values for a time period between 1 s and 6 s;measuring at respective times a temperature of the tissue, and, when the temperature exceeds the selected maximum allowable temperature, reducing a level of an RF power delivered by the electrode,wherein the selected values include: maximum RF power 90 W, allowable force between 10 g and 20 g, maximum allowable temperature 60° C., and irrigation rate 15 ml/min.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the maximum RF power is delivered for 3 s so as to provide a lesion having a depth between 1 mm and 3 mm.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the power is delivered for 3 s claim 1 , and is then reduced to 50 W so as to provide a ...

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Номер записи: 96
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Surgical visualization systems

Номер: US20150018622A1
Автор: John Tesar, Steven T. Charles
Принадлежит: Camplex Inc

A surgical device includes one or more cameras integrated therein. The view of each of the one or more cameras can be integrated together and provided to a surgeon display and/or an assistant display. A surgical tool that includes an integrated camera may be used in conjunction with the surgical device. The image produced by the camera integrated with the surgical tool may be associated with the images generated by the one or more cameras integrated in the surgical device. The position and orientation of the cameras and/or the surgical tool can be tracked, and the surgical tool can be rendered as at least partially transparent. A surgical device may be powered by a hydraulic system, thereby reducing electromagnetic interference with tracking devices.

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Номер записи: 97
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Active noise cancellation in an ophthalmic surgical system

Номер: US20180018953A1
Автор: Johan Gustaf Ekvall, Kirk Wellington Todd, Nicholas Max GUNN, Paul J. Essex, Steven T. Charles
Принадлежит: NOVARTIS AG

Active noise cancellation is employed to address unwanted acoustical noise generated by various equipment associated with an ophthalmic surgical system. Active noise cancellation may be used within a chassis of the ophthalmic surgical system, within an air compressor used with the ophthalmic surgical system, and within a reciprocating surgical probe used with the ophthalmic surgical system.

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Номер записи: 98
28-01-2016 дата публикации

REINFORCING SLIDER FOR SURGICAL HAND TOOL

Номер: US20160022256A1
Автор: Peterson Erik William
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A surgical hand tool includes a handle that has an inner cavity. The handle has a proximal end and a distal end. The surgical hand tool also includes a primary tube extending outwardly from the cavity at the distal end, a reinforcing slider slidably disposed over the primary tube, and a biasing member coupled to the handle that biases the reinforcing slider away from the handle. The surgical hand tool also includes a retention mechanism coupled to the handle, the retention mechanism configured to engage and disengage with the reinforcing slider to control relative movement between the reinforcement slider and the handle. 1. A surgical hand tool comprising:a handle having an inner cavity, a proximal end, and a distal end;a primary tube extending outwardly from the cavity at the distal end;a reinforcing slider slidably disposed over the primary tube;a biasing member coupled to the handle that biases the reinforcing slider away from the handle; anda retention mechanism coupled to the handle, the retention mechanism configured to engage and disengage with the reinforcing slider to control relative movement between the reinforcement slider and the handle.2. The surgical hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the retention mechanism includes a movable arm that engages and disengages with the reinforcing slider claim 1 , wherein the retention mechanism includes a pin coupled the handle claim 1 , and wherein the arm is pivotally coupled to the pin.3. The surgical hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the retention mechanism includes a movable arm that engages and disengages with the reinforcing slider claim 1 , wherein the arm includes a first end that engages and disengages with the reinforcing slider claim 1 , and a second end that is engaged and disengaged by a user's finger.4. The surgical hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the retention mechanism includes a movable arm that engages and disengages with the reinforcing slider claim 1 , wherein the biasing member is a first biasing member ...

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Номер записи: 99
28-01-2016 дата публикации

SURGICAL INSTRUMENT WITH DISTAL BEARING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160022301A1
Автор: II Todd Shay, OBrien
Принадлежит: Medtronic Xomed, Inc.

A surgical cutting instrument comprises an outer tubular member having a proximal section, an intermediate section and a central lumen. An inner tubular member is rotatably received within the central lumen and includes a distal end forming a cutting member extending distally beyond, and exposed relative to, the distal section of the outer tubular member. A bearing assembly is coupled to the outer tubular member and the inner tubular member. 1. A surgical instrument comprising:an outer tubular member having a proximal section, a distal section, and a central lumen;an inner tubular member rotatably received within the central lumen, a distal end of the inner tubular member forming a cutting member extending distally beyond, and exposed relative to, the distal section; anda bearing assembly positioned at the distal section of the outer tubular member and the inner tubular member so as to allow rotation of the inner tubular member relative to the outer tubular member about a central axis of the distal section, the bearing assembly arranged and configured to limit axial movement of the cutting member.2. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein the bearing assembly includes a plurality of balls positioned within a race in the inner tubular member.3. The surgical instrument of claim 2 , further including an irrigation pathway claim 2 , wherein the balls are exposed to the irrigation pathway.4. The surgical instrument of claim 2 , wherein the race is located within a proximal end of the cutting member.5. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein the outer tubular member includes an inner portion and an outer portion claim 1 , and further wherein the inner portion forms a plurality of recesses spaced about a circumference of the inner portion.6. The surgical instrument of claim 5 , wherein the bearing assembly further includes a plurality of balls each positioned within a race in the inner tubular member and within respective ones of the recesses.7. The surgical ...

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Номер записи: 100