Surgical articles and methods

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

Penile prosthesis, penile prosthesis insertion tool and system thereof

An implantable penile prosthesis system includes a penile prosthesis (26,28) and an insertion tool (24). The penile prosthesis includes a cylinder extending between a distal tip and a proximal tip. At least one of the distal tip and the proximal tip has a pocket accessible by an opening, where the pocket is formed to extend laterally beyond a perimeter of the opening. The insertion tool extends between a distal end and a proximal end and includes an expansion mechanism coupled to the distal end. The opening in the tip(s) is sized to receive the distal end of the insertion tool and the expansion mechanism is configured to expand into the pocket to couple the insertion tool with the penile prosthesis. And a method of implanting a penile prosthesis into a patient includes inserting a distal end of an insertion tool into an opening formed in a tip of the penile prosthesis, expanding a mechanism from the distal end of the insertion tool into a pocket formed in the tip of the penile prosthesis ...

PENILE IMPLANT WITH CONVERTIBLE PROXIMAL TIP

A penile implant includes an inflatable bladder providing a fluid chamber, a distal tip extending from a distal end of the inflatable bladder, and a proximal tip assembly extending from a proximal end of the inflatable bladder. The proximal tip assembly includes a tip core providing a first proximal tip diameter and a tip sleeve disposed over the tip core to provide a second proximal tip diameter that is larger than the first proximal tip diameter. The tip sleeve is removable from the tip core to provide the penile implant with a proximal tip that is convertible between the first and second proximal tip diameters. 1. A penile implant comprising:an inflatable bladder providing a fluid chamber;a distal tip extending from a distal end of the inflatable bladder; anda proximal tip assembly extending from a proximal end of the inflatable bladder, the proximal tip assembly including a tip core providing a first proximal tip diameter and a tip sleeve disposed over the tip core to provide a second proximal tip diameter that is larger than the first proximal tip diameter, the tip sleeve removable from the tip core to provide the penile implant with a proximal tip that is convertible between the first and second proximal tip diameters.2. The penile implant of claim 1 , wherein the fluid chamber of the inflatable bladder communicates with a fluid reservoir via a conduit that is connected to the proximal tip assembly claim 1 , and the tip sleeve includes a recess sized for placement around the conduit.3. The penile implant of claim 1 , wherein the tip core and the distal tip are integrally formed with the inflatable bladder to provide a monolithic penile prosthesis and the tip sleeve is removably attachable to the monolithic penile prosthesis.4. The penile implant of claim 1 , wherein the tip core provides a circumferential groove formed in an exterior surface of the tip core and the tip sleeve provides an attachment ring that is sized to seat into the circumferential groove.5. ...

Surgical articles for placing an implant about a tubular tissue structure and methods

A minimally invasive surgical instrument for placing an implantable article about a tubular tissue structure is disclosed. The surgical instrument is particularly useful for treating urological disorders such as incontinence. Surgical methods using the novel instrument are also described.

INCONTINENCE TREATMENT DEVICE

An incontinence treatment device includes a support, a pump, and anchors each attached to a connection line. The support includes an inflatable bladder and the pump is body-implantable and attachable to the inflatable bladder. The pump is configured to selectively inflate the inflatable bladder to compress the tissue of the urethra. The connection lines are attached to the support. A first anchor is fixed to the first connection line and a second anchor is coupled to the second connection line, where the second anchor is an adjustable anchor. The adjustable anchor is configured to be movable and position-adjustable relative to the second connection line. 1. An incontinence treatment device comprising:a support including an inflatable bladder, the support is body-implantable to support tissue of a urethra;a pump that is body-implantable and configured to be coupled with the inflatable bladder, where the pump is configured to selectively inflate the inflatable bladder to compress the tissue of the urethra;a first connection line attached to the support and a second connection line attached to the support;a first anchor is fixed to the first connection line and a second anchor is coupled to the second connection line, where the second anchor is an adjustable anchor having a body and a collar positioned around a circumference of the body, the collar including a first aperture spaced a distance from a second aperture with the second connection line captured in a sliding relationship between the collar and a portion of the circumference of the body to configure the adjustable anchor to be movable and position-adjustable relative to the second connection line.2. The incontinence treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the support and the inflatable bladder comprise a single integrally formed unit.3. The incontinence treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the support comprises a mesh sling with the first connection line coupled to a first end of the mesh sling and the second ...

METHOD OF TREATING URINARY INCONTINENCE WITH A DEVICE HAVING AN INFLATABLE BLADDER

A method of treating urinary incontinence in a patient includes providing an incontinence treatment device including a first connection line attached to a support, a second connection line attached to the support, and an inflatable bladder attached to the support, with an adjustable anchor coupled to one of the connection lines. The method includes creating a perineal incision in the patient; and directing the adjustable anchor through the perineal incision and inserting the anchor into tissue on one side of the patient. The method includes sliding one of the connection lines through the adjustable anchor and adjusting a position of the support relative to a urethra of the patient. 1. A method of treating urinary incontinence in a patient , the method comprising:providing an incontinence treatment device including a first connection line attached to a support, a second connection line attached to the support, and an inflatable bladder attached to the support, with a first anchor coupled to the first connection line and a second anchor coupled to the second connection line, where the second anchor is an adjustable anchor having a body and a collar positioned around a circumference of the body, the collar including a first aperture spaced a distance from a second aperture with the second connection line inserted between the collar and a portion of the circumference of the body;creating a perineal incision in the patient;directing the first anchor coupled to the first connection line through the perineal incision and inserting the first anchor into tissue on a first side of the patient;directing the second anchor coupled to the second connection line through the perineal incision and inserting the second anchor into tissue on a second side of the patient;sliding the second connection line between the collar and the portion of the circumference of the body and adjusting a position of the support relative to a urethra of the patient; andconnecting a pump to the ...

Surgical Articles and Methods

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider. 1. A sling system for treating a pelvic condition in a patient , comprising: an implant having a support portion and one or more extension portions', 'a tissue penetration end device;, 'a sling assembly including;'} a needle having an interior lumen and an elongate member having a distal end and movable with the interior lumen, wherein the elongate member includes a snap engagement feature to selectively engage the tissue penetration end device; and', 'a handle having an actuation mechanism, the actuation mechanism having an actuator and a biasing member in operable communication with the elongate member, wherein the biasing member biases the elongate member in an extended position a distance out from the elongate needle, and the actuator is adapted to retract the elongate member within the needle., 'a needle device to facilitate deployment of the sling assembly within the patient including;'}2. The sling system of claim 1 , further including visual indicia to facilitate centering a portion of the implant relative to target support tissue.3. The sling system of claim 1 , further including a sheath having first and second portions adapted to overlap proximate the support portion of the implant.4. The sling system of claim 3 , wherein the sheath is made at least in part of a polymer material.5. The sling system of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the needle device is curved.6. The sling system of claim 1 , wherein the implant is made of a porous polymer mesh material.7. The sling system of claim 1 , wherein the handle is removable from the needle device.8. The sling system of claim 1 ...

Anchor assembly for an implantable, pelvic support device

An anchor assembly for an implantable, pelvic support device includes a body, a collar, and a strand. The body defines a first central longitudinal axis, the collar defines a second central longitudinal axis and is received over the body such that the first central longitudinal axis and the second central longitudinal axis are substantially parallel and laterally offset. The strand extends through the collar and is received between the body and the collar such that the strand is frictionally engaged by the body and the collar. The strand is secured to the implantable, pelvic support device. 1. An anchor assembly for an implantable , pelvic support device , the assembly comprising:a body defining a first central longitudinal axis;a collar defining a second central longitudinal axis, the collar received over the body such that the first central longitudinal axis and the second central longitudinal axis are substantially parallel and laterally offset; anda strand extending through the collar and received between the body and the collar such that the strand is frictionally engaged by the body and the collar, the strand secured to the implantable, pelvic support device.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body has a longitudinal channel for receiving an introducer needle.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body has a central longitudinal channel for receiving an introducer needle.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the collar circumscribes the body.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the strand is formed of at least one filament.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the strand is formed of a length of suture material.7. An anchor assembly for an implantable claim 1 , pelvic support device claim 1 , the assembly comprising:a body that has a circumference;a collar received over the body; anda strand extending in through the collar, then partially about the circumference of the body between the body and the collar with the strand frictionally engaged by the body ...

SURGICAL ARTICLES AND METHODS

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider. 1. An implant system for treating a pelvic condition in a patient , comprising:an implant including a support portion and one or more extension portions, with an end device provided with the one or more extension portions;a needle device including a needle having an interior lumen and a movable member, wherein the movable member includes a snap engagement feature to selectively engage the end device; anda handle having an actuator, with the actuator in operable communication with the movable member, wherein the movable member is biased in an extended position and the actuator is adapted to retract the movable member within the needle.2. The implant system of claim 1 , further including visual indicia to facilitate centering a portion of the implant relative to target support tissue.3. The implant system of claim 1 , further including a sheath having first and second portions adapted to overlap proximate the support portion of the implant.4. The implant system of claim 3 , wherein the sheath is made at least in part of a polymer material.5. The implant system of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the needle device is curved.6. The implant system of claim 1 , wherein the implant is made of a porous polymer mesh material.7. The implant system of claim 1 , wherein the implant is an elongate implant.8. The implant system of claim 7 , wherein the implant is an elongate mesh implant.9. The implant system of claim 1 , wherein the implant further includes a tensioning member.10. The implant system of claim 9 , wherein the tensioning member is a tensioning filament.11. The implant system of ...

Surgical articles and methods

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

Fluid delivery apparatus

An apparatus for delivering fluid to a site at a controlled rate and pressure, which comprises a housing (1) enveloping three interconnected chambers comprising a first end chamber (2), a connecting chamber (6) and a second end chamber (3), an inlet port (8) and an outlet port (9) each located in a side wall of the connecting chamber, each of the inlet port and the outlet port being associated with a valve (10, 11) for opening and closing the respective port; a first piston means (12) positioned within the first end chamber and a second piston means (13) positioned within the second end chamber, each of said piston means having a head with an inwardly facing surface (14) having a periphery which fits snugly within the corresponding end chamber to form a fluid-tight seal with the at least one side wall of the end chamber, wherein at least a portion of a side wall of the connecting chamber intrudes inwardly to provide a stop for the head of each piston means; and closure means to close the open end of each end chamber.

Surgical articles

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

Penile prosthetic with anti-autoinflation mechanism

A pump connected to a body implantable penile prosthesis including a reservoir maintaining a fluid volume that is transferrable into a cylinder of the penile prosthesis is described. The pump includes a pump bulb connected to a pump body that is in fluid communication with the reservoir and the cylinder; an inlet valve operable to allow a portion of the fluid volume to be drawn from the reservoir and delivered into the pump bulb; an exhaust valve operable to allow the portion of the fluid volume delivered into the pump bulb to be pumped into the cylinder; and an anti-autoinflation (AAI) valve disposed in the pump body and comprising a seal that is biased to prevent fluid flow from bypassing the pump bulb and flowing from the reservoir to the cylinder.

implantable penile prosthesis system, insertion tool, implantable penile prosthesis, and methods for implanting a penile prosthesis in a patient and for suture-free implantation of a penile prosthesis in a patient.

sistema de prótese peniana implantável, ferramenta de inserção, prótese peniana implantável, e, métodos para implantar uma prótese peniana em um paciente e para implantação sem sutura de uma prótese peniana em um paciente. trata-se de um sistema de prótese peniana implantável que inclui uma prótese peniana (26, 28) e uma ferramenta de inserção (24). a prótese peniana inclui um cilindro que se estende entre uma ponta distal e uma ponta proximal. pelo menos uma dentre a ponta distal e a ponta proximal tem uma cavidade acessível por meio de uma abertura, onde a cavidade é formada para se estender lateralmente para além de um perímetro da abertura. a ferramenta de inserção se estende entre uma extremidade distal e uma extremidade proximal e inclui um mecanismo de expansão acoplado à extremidade distal. a abertura na(s) ponta(s) é dimensionada para receber a extremidade distal da ferramenta de inserção eo mecanismo de expansão é configurado para se expandir dentro da cavidade a fim de acoplar a ferramenta de inserção à prótese peniana. e um método para implantar uma prótese peniana em um paciente inclui inserir uma extremidade distal de uma ferramenta de inserção em uma abertura formada em uma ponta da prótese peniana, expandir um mecanismo a partir da extremidade distal da ferramenta de inserção em uma cavidade formada na ponta da prótese peniana, e inserir a prótese peniana em um corpo cavernoso do paciente com a ferramenta de inserção.

implantable penile prosthesis system

sistema de prótese peniana implantável trata-se de uma tampa configurada para ser fixada a um cilindro de uma prótese peniana implantável que inclui uma seção de corpo e uma seção de ponta. a seção de corpo define uma reentrância que é fixável a uma extremidade do cilindro da prótese peniana implantável e a seção de ponta termina em uma ponta que tem uma superfície exterior curvada. a seção de ponta define pelo menos uma fenda formada na mesma que se estende distanciando-se da seção de corpo e tem um eixo geométrico de fenda que cruza um eixo geométrico longitudinal da tampa. Implantable penile prosthesis system is a cap configured to be attached to a cylinder of an implantable penile prosthesis that includes a body section and a nose section. The body section defines a recess that is attachable to one end of the implantable penile prosthesis cylinder and the tip section terminates at a tip having a curved outer surface. the nose section defines at least one slit formed therein which extends away from the body section and has a slit geometry axis that intersects a longitudinal geometry axis of the cap.

Instrument configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthesis

Instrumento (20) configurado para preparar un pene para la implantación de una prótesis de pene, comprendiendoel instrumento (20): un eje (22) que se extiende entre un extremo distal (32) y un extremo proximal (34); un émbolo (24) conectado al eje (22) y móvil con respecto al mismo; y un cabezal (26) de dilatación conectado a un extremo distal (52) del émbolo (24) y dispuesto alrededor del exterior(30) del eje, caracterizado porque el cabezal (26) de dilatación es móvil longitudinalmente a lo largo del eje (22). Instrument (20) configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthesis, the instrument (20) comprising: an axis (22) extending between a distal end (32) and a proximal end (34); a plunger (24) connected to the shaft (22) and mobile with respect thereto; and an expansion head (26) connected to a distal end (52) of the plunger (24) and arranged around the outside (30) of the shaft, characterized in that the expansion head (26) is longitudinally movable along the axis ( 22).

Implantable penile prosthesis pump

A penile prosthesis is provided, which includes at least one cylinder, a reservoir, and a pump including a pump housing, at least one reservoir channel fluidly coupling the pump housing to the reservoir, at least one cylinder tube fluidly connecting the pump housing to the cylinders, and a fluid passageway fluidly coupled to the cylinder tube and a transfer chamber. The pump further includes a first poppet and a second poppet, each of which is biased toward its respective valve seat within the fluid passageway. A bypass chamber is fluidly connected to the fluid passageway by a bypass input channel and a bypass output channel. The bypass chamber comprises a bypass check valve biased toward a closed position. The pump also includes a pump bulb fluidly connected to the fluid passageway between the bypass input channel and bypass output channel along the length of the fluid passageway.

Methods and apparatus for an electrode balloon

A flexible support (10) for a thin electrically conductive electrode (11) having an edge (16) around its major surfaces (13 and 14). One or more circumferential frames (15) on the support capture the edge (12) of the electrode (11) by an under cut (16) on the frame (15). A membrane (17) is integral with the one or more frames (15) to extend and be coextensive with each. The membrane (17) is thin to allow expansion in deference to each frame (15). The one or more frames (15) and the membrane (17) form a balloon (17) with interior and exterior surfaces (20 and 21) with an inflation port (22) therethrough. A method of making the support (10) for the electrode (11) has a mold cavity (30) to shape the support (10 on an unpolished surface finish to enhance release of the support (10).

Methods of manufacturing fluid reservoirs for penile implant devices

A fluid reservoir for a penile implant device that includes a body portion having a sleeve from which a tube may extend. The body portion includes support structure positioned at an interior surface of the body portion near an orifice of the reservoir, which orifice leads to a fluid passage of the tube. The support structure may comprise a plurality of protrusions that are arranged around the orifice and that extend from a base portion of the body portion. The invention also relates to a method of manufacturing a fluid reservoir for a penile implant device, which includes positioning a tube in a mold and injection molding a reservoir body onto the tube. More particularly, the method may include providing a mold, positioning a tube in the mold, injecting material into the mold, curing the material, and opening the mold to remove the reservoir body and tube assembly.

Surgical Articles for Placing an Implant about a Tubular Tissue Structure and Methods

A minimally invasive surgical instrument for placing an implantable article about a tubular tissue structure is disclosed. The surgical instrument is particularly useful for treating urological disorders such as incontinence. Surgical methods using the novel instrument are also described.

Penile implant with convertible proximal tip and a method of implanting a penile prosthesis

A penile implant includes an inflatable bladder providing a fluid chamber, a distal tip extending from a distal end of the inflatable bladder, and a proximal tip assembly extending from a proximal end of the inflatable bladder. The proximal tip assembly includes a tip core providing a first proximal tip diameter and a tip sleeve disposed over the tip core to provide a second proximal tip diameter that is larger than the first proximal tip diameter. The tip sleeve is removable from the tip core to provide the penile implant with a proximal tip that is convertible between the first and second proximal tip diameters.

Penile implant with convertible proximal tip

A penile implant includes an inflatable bladder providing a fluid chamber, a distal tip extending from a distal end of the inflatable bladder, and a proximal tip assembly extending from a proximal end of the inflatable bladder. The proximal tip assembly includes a tip core providing a first proximal tip diameter and a tip sleeve disposed over the tip core to provide a second proximal tip diameter that is larger than the first proximal tip diameter. The tip sleeve is removable from the tip core to provide the penile implant with a proximal tip that is convertible between the first and second proximal tip diameters.

implantable penile prosthesis system, cap configured to be attached to a cylinder of an implantable penile prosthesis, and method for implanting a penile prosthesis in a patient.

Method for making an electrode balloon

A method for making an electrode balloon is disclosed. The method includes the steps of filling a mold cavity with a polymer and heating the polymer to a temperature to cure the polymer. The balloon is particularly suitable for use in a surgical procedure for ablating tissue in the uterus.

Implantable fluid devices

An implantable fluid device comprises a flexible fluid chamber capable of being in an inflated state and a deflated state. The chamber has a first end, a second end, and a central longitudinal axis from the first end to the second end. The chamber also has, in cross section when deflated, a plurality of alternating protrusions and intermediate portions about the central longitudinal axis. When deflated, the protrusions have a selected height and the intermediate portions have a selected depth. When inflated, the protrusions have the selected height and the intermediate portions have a selected height.

Methods and apparatus for an electrode balloon

A flexible support (10) for a thin electrically conductive electrode (11) having an edge (16) around its major surfaces (13 and 14). One or more circumferential frames (15) on the support capture the edge (12) of the electrode (11) by an under cut (16) on the frame (15). A membrane (17) is integral with the one or more frames (15) to extend and be coextensive with each. The membrane (17) is thin to allow expansion in deference to each frame (15). The one or more frames (15) and the membrane (17) form a balloon (17) with interior and exterior surfaces (20 and 21) with an inflation port (22) therethrough. A method of making the support (10) for the electrode (11) has a mold cavity (30) to shape the support (10 on an unpolished surface finish to enhance release of the support (10).

Fluid reservoirs for penile implant devices and methods of manufacturing

A fluid reservoir (118) for a penile implant device that includes a body portion (126) having a sleeve (134) from which a tube (124) may extend. The body portion includes support structure (138) positioned at an interior surface of the body portion near an orifice of the reservoir, which orifice leads to a fluid passage (136) of the tube. The support structure may comprise a plurality of protrusions (140) that are arranged around the orifice (127) and that extend from a base portion (142) of the body portion. The invention also relates to a method of manufacturing a fluid reservoir for a penile implant device, which includes positioning a tube in a mold and injection molding a reservoir body onto the tube. More particularly, the method may include providing a mold, positioning a tube in the mold, injecting material into the mold, curing the material, and opening the mold to remove the reservoir body and tube assembly.

Dual action syringe

Surgical articles

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sli ng procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedur es are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomita nt advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

Instrument with expandable member configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic

A method of preparing an opening formed in a penis for reception of a penile prosthetic includes measuring a length of the opening formed in the penis with a shaft of an instrument; aspirating a fluid through an orifice formed in a distal end of the shaft; expanding, with the fluid, a balloon that is attached to the shaft; and dilating a diameter of the opening formed in the penis with the expanded balloon.

implantable penile prosthesis system

sistema de prótese peniana implantável trata-se de uma tampa configurada para ser fixada a um cilindro de uma prótese peniana implantável que inclui uma seção de corpo e uma seção de ponta. a seção de corpo define uma reentrância que é fixável a uma extremidade do cilindro da prótese peniana implantável e a seção de ponta termina em uma ponta que tem uma superfície exterior curvada. a seção de ponta define pelo menos uma fenda formada na mesma que se estende distanciando-se da seção de corpo e tem um eixo geométrico de fenda que cruza um eixo geométrico longitudinal da tampa. implantable penile prosthesis system is a cap configured to be attached to a cylinder of an implantable penile prosthesis that includes a body section and a tip section. the body section defines a recess that is fixable to one end of the implantable penile prosthesis cylinder and the tip section ends at a tip that has a curved outer surface. the tip section defines at least one slot formed in it that extends away from the body section and has a slot geometric axis that crosses a longitudinal geometric axis of the cover.

Dual action syringe

A dual action syringe which comprises a hollow body (11) defining a rear chamber and a front chamber, wherein the rear chamber has a greater internal cross-sectional area than the front chamber, a double action plunger mechanism comprising a primary plunger (20) with a cross section which matches the internal cross section of the rear chamber and a secondary plunger (23) telescopically mounted within the primary plunger and having a cross section which matches the internal cross section of the front chamber, the proximal end of the secondary plunger extending beyond the proximal end of the primary plunger and terminating in a handle (24) which enables the plunger mechanism to be slidably moved relative to the hollow body.

Instrument with expandable member configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic

An instrument configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic includes a rigid shaft extending between a proximal end and a distal end that is insertable into the penis, and an expandable member coupled to a distal end portion of the shaft. The expandable member is movable between a first position having a first diameter that is substantially equal to a diameter of the rigid shaft and a second position having a second diameter that is larger than the diameter of the rigid shaft and configured to dilate tissue of the penis.

Penile prosthetic with anti-autoinflation mechanism

Method of implanting a penile prosthesis

A method of implanting a penile prosthesis into a patient includes engaging a cap that is attached to a cylinder of the penile prosthesis with a distal end of a tool, and cradling the cylinder of the penile prosthesis between two support arms of the tool. The method additionally includes inserting the two support arms of the tool and the cylinder secured between the two support arms into a corpora cavernosum of the patient.

Surgical articles

Instrument with expandable member configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic

An instrument configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic includes a rigid shaft extending between a proximal end and a distal end that is insertable into the penis, and an expandable member coupled to a distal end portion of the shaft. The expandable member is movable between a first position having a first diameter that is substantially equal to a diameter of the rigid shaft and a second position having a second diameter that is larger than the diameter of the rigid shaft and configured to dilate tissue of the penis.

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Apparatus, system and method of minimally invasive repair of pelvic organ prolapse

A system (280) forrepair of a prolapsed organ in a patient includes a support and a deployment instrument having a handle (290) extending from a barrel (282) and a trigger (294, 296) offset from the handle, the trigger is operable to advance the support out of the barrel of the deployment instrument and into the patient.

Instrument with expandable member configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic

An instrument configured to prepare a penis for implantation of a penile prosthetic includes a rigid shaft (22) extending between a proximal end and a distal end that is insertable into the penis, and an expandable member (26) coupled to a distal end portion of the shaft. The expandable member is movable between a first position having a first diameter that is substantially equal to a diameter of the rigid shaft and a second position having a second diameter that is larger than the diameter of the rigid shaft and configured to dilate tissue of the penis.