CHIRURGISCHES ABDECKTUCH MIT EINEM FLÜSSIGKEITSAMMELBEHÄLTER WELCHER EINEN AUFBLASBAREN RAND HAT

Shielding devices

LANZETTE, LANZETTENVORRATSBAND AND STECHGERÄT FOR PRODUCING A PARTING WOUND

SURGICAL COVER CLOTH

Surgical draping system

SURGICAL DRAPE

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTAINING BODILY FLUID RESULTING FROM THE OCCURENCE OF A RUPTURE OR LEAK DURING A MEDICAL PROCEDURE

An enclosure used in conjunction with an extracorporeal medical device for containing bodily fluid resulting from the occurrence of a rupture or leak during medical treatment includes a sleeve having an interior for receiving and surrounding the medical device. The sleeve is provided with two openings positioned at opposite ends of the sleeve for allowing tubing connected to the medical device to extend out of the sleeve. Each of the openings can be provided with an adhesive for closing the opening once the medical device is positioned in the interior of the sleeve to thereby define a closed environment within the interior of the sleeve.

SURGICAL STOCKINETTE

Disclosed herein is a surgical stockinette for covering and encasing a body extremity such as an arm or leg to isolate and protect the extremity during surgery. The stockinette has a generally tubular-shape and is made from a composite material defining a length and a width with the length being longer than the width. The stockinette defines an interior surface and an exterior surface with the tubular-shaped structure defining an open end and a closed end separated by the length. The interior and exterior surfaces are joined circumferentially to one another along substantially the entire length of the tubular-shaped structure. The interior surface is formed from a fibrous material and the overall structure is liquid impervious and circumferentially expandable from a first circumference to a second and larger circumference. Due to the materials and nature of construction, the stockinette of the present invention provides a form-fitting design which is easy to don and remove.

The interior of the body wastes collector for medical treatment that use reticulation to Ionic Polymer Metal Composite and manufacture method

COMBINACAO DE LENCOL PARA EXTREMIDADE E SUPORTE PARA PERNA

ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEMS FOR SPINAL ROD BENDING

The disclosed technology relates to a rod bending machine for use with a robotic surgical system in an operating room. The system which is capable to bend rods for surgeries directly in the operating room. The rigidity of the rods is such that the robotic arm alone would have to be huge to provide sufficient forces and torques. This invention introduces bending module integrated into robotic system which allows free bending of rods within limits required for surgeries.

SURGICAL DRAPE

A surgical drape consisting of one part, wherein the surgical drape comprises at least one trouser leg or sleeve, and wherein the at least one trouser leg or sleeve is folded up in such a way that one end of the trouser leg or sleeve is inside the other, such that the trouser leg or sleeve can be slid off over the limb of the patient by pulling on the end of the trouser leg or sleeve.

Apparatus for containing and collecting debris generated during medical procedures

A containment device for use by a medical practitioner during medical procedures on a portion of a patient. The containment device is comprised of a transparent, disposable receptacle for substantially enclosing a portion of the patient. The receptacle has a first end opening defined by a lip. A first aperture is for receiving the portion of the patient and a closed second end to substantially envelope the portion of the patient and to contain the debris generated during a medical procedure. At least one second aperture is for providing access of the medical practitioner to treat the patient within the containment device. A resilient, transparent viewing member is adapted to support the receptacle. An attachment mechanism is included for detachably attaching the first end lip of the receptacle to the viewing member such that the receptacle depends beneath the viewing member. A frame is adapted to support the receptacle and the viewing member.

Tool member cover and cover deployment device

A surgical instrument including a tool member cover and a cover deployment device are disclosed. The cover is supported adjacent to or on the tool assembly of the surgical instrument and is movable from a first position in which the tool assembly is uncovered to a second position in which the tool assembly is at least partially encompassed by the cover. The deployment device is provided for moving the cover from the first position to the second position.

Patient extremity drape

A drape

SURGICAL COVER COVERING WITH FLÜSSIGKEITSAMMELBEHÄLTER WHICH AN INFLATABLE EDGE HAS

Tool member cover and cover deployment device

ABDOMINAL RETRACTOR

Surgical drape having improved sealing apparatus

GENERAL PURPOSE DISPOSABLE OBSTETRICAL AND SURGICAL LEGGINGS

SURGICAL ASSISTING DEVICE

A DRAPE FOR AN IMAGING SYSTEM BASE AND LOWER GIMBAL

Featured is a drape for an imaging system base slidably supporting a gimbal and gantry. The preferred drape includes a sheet configured to extend from a first end of the base, between the gimbal and the gantry, and to a second end of the base, one or more sleeves associated with the sheet, and one or more stretchable members (e.g., elastic cords) slidably disposed in said one or more sleeves and stretchable from the first end of the base to the second end of the base.

MEDICAL IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An apparatus for supporting an extremity during tissue irrigation and/or debridement and capturing fluid and tissue resulting therefrom includes an extremity-supporting base, a base dam, a ramp, and barrier shroud. The apparatus can be used in tissue irrigation and/or debridement procedures to contain and control drainage of fluid and/or tissue. The apparatus supports and encloses a patient extremity, such as an arm or a leg. The base has a length, proximal end (i.e., nearest the patient's body), and distal end (i.e., farthest from the patient's body). The shroud has a top portion, bottom portion, and shroud drainage opening. A method includes irrigating and/or debriding tissue from a patient extremity while supported by the base and at least partially enclosed within the barrier shroud, which acts as a shield for fluid and tissue emanating from the extremity. Fluid and/or tissue exits the shroud through a shroud drainage opening.

APPARATUS FOR USE IN SURGERY AND A VALVE

Apparatus for use in surgery comprises a sleeve (1) having an entry opening (4) at an outer end and an exit opening (5) at an inner end to access a patient's body. Exit sealing means (10) are provided for sealing the exit opening (5) to a body. Entry sealing means (20) are provided for sealing the outer entry against an arm passing therethrough to create a controlled environment within the sleeve. A valve (101) comprises an outer ring (105, 106) and a sealing sleeve (107) of flexible material mounted to the ring (105, 106) and extending into the opening defined by the ring to terminate in a substantially centrally disposed inlet opening (108). Through the opening (108) a member such as a trocar (103) or surgical instrument may be passed. The sealing sleeve (107) remains in sealing engagement with the member (103) as it is passed therethrough.

DEVICE FOR DRAINING PERITONEAL CAVITY IN DIFFUSE PURULENT PERITONITIS

Package is produced to integral type

IMPROVED SURGICAL DRAPE

A disposable surgical drape for surgeries to be performed on part of a limb, such as an arm or leg.

Пневматический жгут

Coloscopy tube, for examination of the intestines, is composed of two triangular sections stitched together at the overlap leaving an examination opening covering the anal region

The coloscopy tube, for examination of the intestines, is composed of two triangular sections (1,2) with edges (3) in the stomach and crotch. The edges overlap to be stitched at the overlapping (6) with an unstitched section to form the examination opening (7).

DEVICE FOR USE IN THE SURGERY

METHOD AND APPARATUS TO RETARD BUG INFESTATION TRANSFER

An apparatus to retard bug infestation transfer, which includes a disposable sleeve having an internal surface, an external surface, a first end and a second end. The first end is open to receive a limb. The second end is closed by an appendage cover, which receives one of a hand or a foot. The external surface of the sleeve has at least one circumferential band of a sticky substance. As a result, bugs migrating along the sleeve from the appendage cover at the second end to the first end stick and become trapped in the st icky substance of the circumferential band.

SURGICAL DRAPE

A folded surgical drape includes a tubular axially collected sheath having a distal end and a proximal end and a lumen between said distal end and said proximal end. The axially collected sheath comprises at least one distal opening axially collected into said lumen. The axially collected sheath is axially folded to form at least one valley fold surrounding the distal opening sized and shaped for insertion of the user's hands on both sides of the distal opening.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR POSTERIOR DYNAMIC STABILIZATION OF THE SPINE

Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer having an undeployed configuration and a deployed configuration, wherein the spacer has axial and radial dimensions for positioning between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. The systems include one or more spacers and a mechanical actuation means for delivering and deploying the spacer. The methods involve the implantation of one or more spacers within the interspinous space.

MULTI-POSITION DRAPE FOR SURGERY ON A LIMB

Surgical drapes for isolating the knee or other portion of a limb of a patient in surgery wherein the drape comprises a sheet having two fenestrations in elastomeric material to receive the limb of the patient. These fenestrations are located on the drape so that they normally lie in a generally common plane when the drape is placed on a flat surface. Due to the location of the fenestrations, the drape itself has a low profile with respect to the operative site and readily adapts to different limb positions that may be encountered during surgery. This advantage is particularly important in drapes comprising a fluid collection pouch.

Surgical drape including unrolling mechanism

BANDAGE CHIRURGICALE

Improved extrication collar

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTRAOPERATIVE ISOLATION AND CONTROL OF SURGICAL SITE ENVIRONMENTS

A portable surgical system including a transparent and flexible plastic enclosure is disclosed. The enclosure is attached reversibly to the patient's body encompassing the surgical site such as to isolate and regulate the immediate environment of the surgical site, and to reduce bodily fluid splatters from the surgical site to the surgical providers. The enclosure includes an environmental control system configured to actively monitor and control the environment inside the enclosure such as to create and maintain essentially sterile conditions. The surgical systems can be used both for surgeries on a torso of a patient and on surgeries on arms or legs. The portable surgical system is lightweight and portable and can be used in conventional operating rooms to improve sterility, or in other circumstances where no operating room is available, such as field hospitals and for on the field surgeries.

Sterile surgical drape

An improved sterile drape, system, and method for draping portions of a telerobotic surgical system are provided. In one embodiment, a sterile drape includes an exterior surface adjacent to a sterile field for performing a surgical procedure, and an interior surface forming a cavity for receiving the non-sterile portion of a robotic surgical system, such as a manipulator. The drape further includes a fastener coupled to the exterior surface for securing the sterile drape to the non-sterile portion of the robotic surgical system while reducing the volume of the sterile drape. Advantageously, the drape allows for quick and simple installation and increases visualization of the patient by reducing the size of the drape with more form fitting features, while allowing for freedom of movement of the manipulator.

SHIELDING DEVICES

A device for shielding at least part of a limb from the view of a wearer of the device. The shielding device may include a shield with a first configuration in which it is substantially planar and a second configuration in which it has a three-dimensional shape. The shield may include one or more hinge lines, enabling it to be converted from the first configuration to the second configuration. The device also may include an attachment portion with one or more elongate members to attach around a limb of a wearer in use. An edge portion of the shield may include an outer edge opposite the hinge line that is at least partially divided into independently moveable sections such that the edge portion can be flexed to help convert the shield into a three-dimensional configuration.

Convertible surgical access port

A interconnectable port is provided. The interconnectable port is adapted to be at least partially placed in an incision in a patient's body. The interconnectable port comprises a first and second port adapted be interconnected to form the interconnectable port, wherein the second port is disconnectable from the first port, wherein the first port is connected to a first portion of a flexible wall, and the second port is connected to a second portion of the flexible wall, and wherein the flexible wall is adapted to form a chamber.

ULTRAPORTABLE SYSTEM FOR INTRAOPERATIVE ISOLATIVE AND REGULATION OF SURGICAL SITE ENVIRONMENTS

LIMB POSITIONING DISPOSABLES WITH INFLATABLE BLADDERS

A drape for an imaging system base and lower gimbal

Featured is a drape for an imaging system base slidably supporting a gimbal and gantry. The preferred drape includes a sheet configured to extend from a first end of the base, between the gimbal and the gantry, and to a second end of the base, one or more sleeves associated with the sheet, and one or more stretchable members (e.g., elastic cords) slidably disposed in said one or more sleeves and stretchable from the first end of the base to the second end of the base.

APPARATUS FOR USE IN SURGERY AND A VALVE

Apparatus for use in surgery comprises a sleeve (1) having an entry opening (4) at an outer end and an exit opening (5) at an inner end to access a patient's body. Exit scaling means (10) are provided for sealing the exit opening (5) to a body. Entry sealing means (20) are provided for sealing the outer entry against an arm passing therethrough to create a controlled environment within the sleeve. A valve (101) comprises an outer ring (105, 106) and a sealing sleeve (107) of flexible material mounted to the ring (105, 106) and extending into the opening defined by the ring to terminate in a substantially centrally disposed inlet opening (108). Through the opening (108) a member such as a trocar (103) or surgical instrument may be passed. The sealing sleeve (107) remains in sealing engagement with the member (103) as it is passed therthrough.

DEVICES AND METHODS TO ENTRAP AEROSOLS AND DROPLET

The invention encompasses devices and methods that at least partially entrap the droplets and aerosols from a person undergoing an aerosol/droplet-generating procedure, thereby reducing a heath care worker's direct exposure to such health hazards. The device includes a planar cover structure impermeable to aerosols, droplets, fluids and gas. The planar cover structure providing a barrier between a health care worker and the body cavity or orifice of a patient. A hollow tubular extension forming an opening on the planar cover structure and the opening is configured to he positioned approximately on top of the body cavity or orifice of the patient. The opening configured to be reversibly closed via a closure mechanism.

A SURGICAL INSTRUMENT PLACEMENT TOOL FOR HOLDING TOOLS FOR ANGIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES

Abdeckung für ein Werkzeugelement und Betätigungsvorrichtung für die Abdeckung

EXTREMITY SHEET AND LEG HOLDER COMBINATION

ULTRAPORTABLE SYSTEM FOR INTRA-OPERATIVE ISOLATION AND REGULATION OF SURGICAL SITE ENVIRONMENTS

A portable surgical system including a transparent and flexible plastic enclosure (1) is disclosed. The enclosure is attached reversibly to the patient's body encompassing the surgical site such as to isolate and regulate the immediate environment of the surgical site, and to reduce bodily fluid splatters from the surgical site to the surgical providers. The enclosure is inflated with filtered air. Arm ports (8) are integrated into the enclosure to allow access to the inside of the enclosure by either provider arms or augmenting instrumentation taking the place of arms such as laparoscopes or robots. Material ports (10) maintain enclosure environmental integrity but allow the passing of anatomical specimens, instruments, and other materials into and out of the enclosure (1) during a procedure. The portable surgical system is lightweight and can be used in conventional operating rooms to improve sterility, or in other circumstances where no operating room is available, such as field hospitals ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR POSTERIOR DYNAMIC STABILIZATION OF THE SPINE

Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer having an undeployed configuration and a deployed configuration, wherein the spacer has axial and radial dimensions for positioning between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. The systems include one or more spacers and a mechanical actuation means for delivering and deploying the spacer. The methods involve the implantation of one or more spacers within the interspinous space.

Improved protective collar

SURGICAL DRAPE HAVING A FLUID COLLECTION POUCH WITH AN INFLATABLE RIM

According to one embodiment of the invention, an apparatus used for collecting fluids during a medical procedure includes a fluid collection pouch having an open end, an inflatable bladder substantially surrounding a perimeter of the open end, and a pump coupled to the inflatable bladder. The pump is operable to inflate the inflatable bladder. According to another embodiment of the invention, an apparatus used for collecting fluids during a medical procedure includes a fluid collection pouch having an open end with a perimeter, a channel surrounding approximately one half of the perimeter of the open end, an inflatable bladder disposed within the channel, and a pump disposed within the channel and coupled to the inflatable bladder. The pump is operable to inflate the inflatable bladder.

NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND TREATMENT DRESSINGS AND SYSTEMS

Dressings, systems, and methods to facilitate the application of reduced pressure to an extremity, such as heel, on a patient are provided. In one instance, a dressing for treating an extremity on a patient includes a drape envelope, a transport manifold, and a pouch. The drape envelope has an outer drape member, inner drape member, and an interior portion between the outer drape member and the inner drape member. The inner drape member has fenestrations on at least an application portion. The transport manifold is disposed within the interior portion of the drape envelope. The pouch is for receiving the extremity and includes the drape envelope and a pouch-forming attachment. The dressing allows reduced pressure to be initially supplied at a remote location from the wound and avoid leaks. Other systems, methods, and apparatuses are disclosed.

Способ складывания хирургической простыни для проведения эндопротезирования тазобедренного сустава прямым передним доступом в положении пациента лёжа на спине

Изобретение относится к вспомогательным принадлежностям для хирургии. Способ складывания хирургической простыни для проведения эндопротезирования тазобедренного сустава прямым передним доступом в положении пациента лёжа на спине включает размещение хирургической простыни на зоне хирургического вмешательства и драпировку пациента. Хирургическая простынь содержит наружную поверхность со вставкой в зоне хирургического вмешательства, внутреннюю поверхность, верхний край, нижний край, боковые края и бахилы. Вставка имеет прямоугольные отверстия с инцизионной пленкой. Бахилы длиной 80-110 см и шириной 60-70 см расположены посередине хирургической простыни на горизонтальной поверхности так, чтобы бахилы и вставка в зоне хирургического вмешательства располагались снаружи хирургической простыни. Бахилы расположены ниже уровня прямоугольных отверстий с инцизионной пленкой на 15-25 см. Бахилы складывают телескопически так, чтобы сложенные бахилы не превышали в высоту 30 см над горизонтальной поверхностью ...

Apparatus for use in surgery and a valve

MECHANICAL FASTENING SYSTEM FOR AN ARTICLE

Tourniquet safety sleeve for reducing limb injury

TOURNIQUET SAFETY SLEEVE FOR REDUCING LIMB INJURY A sleeve for use with a tourniquet cuff to protect a patient's limb from tourniquet-related injury comprises a stretchable body extending longitudinally over a sleeve length between a proximal end and a distal end. The body has a tubular shape, and the sleeve length is greater than a width of the tourniquet cuff. The body tapers from the proximal end to the distal end such that a proximal end circumference is greater than a distal end circumference. The body is formed to apply substantially uniform pressure to the patient's limb from the proximal end of the sleeve to the distal end of the sleeve varying only within a predetermined pressure range.

EXTREMITY SHEET AND LEG HOLDER COMBINATION

A combination extremity sheet and leg holder (10) is provided for supporting the leg of a patient in various positions during various phases of knee surgery.

Sterile dressing set capable of being repeatedly used in lithotomy position operation

sistema de fixação mecânica para um artigo, método de fabricação de artigos e aparelho para ligação, mecanicamente, de primeiro e segundo componentes de fixação a um artigo

MULTI-LAYER PRE-DRAPE APPARATUS AND PROCESS

A multi-layer pre-drape apparatus is applied to a patient before the patient is moved into the operating room. The multi-layer pre-drape apparatus includes a lower layer with a center aperture and an upper layer that covers the aperture. The multi¬ layer pre-drape apparatus can be placed on a sterilized area of the patient to maintain the cleanliness of the incision area. Alternatively, the multi-layer pre-drape apparatus can be placed on the patient and sterilization fluid can be applied to the skin of the patient through the aperture. The patient can then be moved into the operating room and the upper layer of the multi-layer pre-drape can be removed to expose the sterilized area of the patient in the aperture. Additional drapes can be added to the pre- drape apparatus.

ULTRAPORTABLE SYSTEM FOR INTRAOPERATIVE ISOLATIVE AND REGULATION OF SURGICAL SITE ENVIRONMENTS

A portable surgical system including a transparent and flexible plastic enclosure (1) is disclosed. The enclosure is attached reversibly to the patient's body encompassing the surgical site such as to isolate and regulate the immediate environment of the surgical site, and to reduce bodily fluid splatters from the surgical site to the surgical providers. The enclosure is inflated with filtered air. Arm ports (8) are integrated into the enclosure to allow access to the inside of the enclosure by either provider arms or augmenting instrumentation taking the place of arms such as laparoscopes or robots. Material ports (10) maintain enclosure environmental integrity but allow the passing of anatomical specimens, instruments, and other materials into and out of the enclosure (1) during a procedure. The portable surgical system is lightweight and can be used in conventional operating rooms to improve sterility, or in other circumstances where no operating room is available, such as field hospitals ...

Stockinette having folded structure for simplified applicaiton

A stockinette (200), suitable for covering an appendage (1440) of a patient, includes one or more folds (206). The fold (206) can be in a length of material (205) disposed between an open end (204) and a closed end (203). Alternatively, the fold (880) can be in an optional cuff (860) formed by a section of material (661) near the open end (603). Folds can be present both in the length of material (205) and in the cuff (860) as well. The cuff (860) can be disposed atop the fold (206) in the length of material (205). The stockinette (200) enables one person to apply the stockinette (200) to an appendage (1440) with one continuous motion that expands the folds.

ULTRAPORTABLE SYSTEM FOR INTRAOPERATIVE ISOLATIVE AND REGULATION OF SURGICAL SITE ENVIRONMENTS

A portable surgical system including a transparent and flexible plastic enclosure () is disclosed. The enclosure is attached reversibly to the patient's body encompassing the surgical site such as to isolate and regulate the immediate environment of the surgical site, and to reduce bodily fluid splatters from the surgical site to the surgical providers. The enclosure is inflated with filtered air. Arm ports () are integrated into the enclosure to allow access to the inside of the enclosure by either provider arms or augmenting instrumentation taking the place of arms such as laparoscopes or robots. Material ports () maintain enclosure environmental integrity but allow the passing of anatomical specimens, instruments, and other materials into and out of the enclosure () during a procedure. The portable surgical system is lightweight and can be used in conventional operating rooms to improve sterility, or in other circumstances where no operating room is available, such as field hospitals. 1. A portable surgical system comprising: ["a drape configured to be disposed on or around a surgical site of a patient's body and to expose the surgical site;", 'one or more areas of high optical clarity for viewing the inside of the enclosure; and', 'a flexible overhead tube attached to the inner of the enclosure and connected to the environmental control system, wherein the flexible tube is disposed above the surgical site and is configured to cause an essentially uniform laminar airflow on the surgical site, wherein, while the surgical system is deployed in use, only the surgical site is included within the surgical enclosure, and the remainder of the patient body is essentially excluded from the surgical environment inside the enclosure;, 'a flexible enclosure separating a surgical environment inside the enclosure from an user environment outside the enclosure, the enclosure comprisingan environmental control system configured to supply air to the flexible overhead tube of the ...

Chirurgisches Abdecktuch

Sterile enclosures

Shielding devices

A drape for an imaging system gantry

An imaging system gantry patient channel drape includes a gantry first outer sidewall covering portion including an outer rim biased into a deployed (e.g., circular) shape and collapsible, and a gantry inner (e.g, circular) wall covering portion extending inward of the gantry first outer sidewall covering portion.

Systems and methods for posterior dynamic stabilization of the spine

Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer having an undeployed configuration and a deployed configuration, wherein the spacer has axial and radial dimensions for positioning between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. The systems include one or more spacers and a mechanical actuation means for delivering and deploying the spacer. The methods involve the implantation of one or more spacers within the interspinous space.

MULTI-LAYER PRE-DRAPE APPARATUS AND PROCESS

A multi-layer pre-drape apparatus is applied to a patient before the patient is moved into the operating room. The multi-layer pre-drape apparatus includes a lower layer with a center aperture and an upper layer that covers the aperture. The multi-layer pre-drape apparatus can be placed on a sterilized area of the patient to maintain the cleanliness of the incision area. Alternatively, the multi-layer pre-drape apparatus can be placed on the patient and sterilization fluid can be applied to the skin of the patient through the aperture. The patient can then be moved into the operating room and the upper layer of the multi-layer pre- drape can be removed to expose the sterilized area of the patient in the aperture. Additional drapes can be added to the pre-drape apparatus.

SURGICAL DRAPES WITH IMPROVED ARM COVERAGE

Robotic Surgical System with Patient Support

A robotic surgery system for supporting a patient and a robotic surgical manipulator. The robotic surgery system includes a base, a pillar coupled to the base at a first end and extending vertically upward to an opposing second end, and an attachment structure coupled to the second end of the pillar. A patient table is coupled to the attachment structure. A robot support arm has a first end coupled to the attachment structure. The robot support arm extends vertically upward and then horizontally over the patient table. A robotic surgical manipulator supported by the horizontal portion of the robot support arm will extend generally downward from the robot support arm toward a patient supported by the patient table to place an end effector of the robotic surgical manipulator adjacent a desired surgical site on the patient.

SURGICAL DRAPE FOR FLUID COLLECTION

The present invention is directed to a surgical drape that provides for effective and fluid collection while reducing the reducing the risk of staff or patient contact with fluid expelled from a patient during a medical procedure. 1. A surgical drape comprisingan under-buttocks panel;a first leg pocket configured to receive the right leg of the patient;a second leg pocket configured to receive the left leg of the patient; anda filtered collection reservoir configured for fluid collection;wherein the under-buttocks panel and an interior seam of each of the first and second pockets are integrally formed with a collection panel comprising an opening in fluid communication with the filtered collection reservoir.2. The drape of claim 1 , further comprising an adhesive strip disposed on a distal aspect of the under-buttocks panel claim 1 , configured for removable adhesion to a lower back or upper buttocks region of the patient.3. The drape of claim 1 , further comprising an adhesive strip disposed at a proximal aspect of the collection panel claim 1 , configured for removable adhesion to a person performing a medical procedure.4. The drape of claim 1 , further comprising a cover panel claim 1 , configured to cover at least a portion of the patient's body claim 1 , and defining an opening configured to provide access to a sterile field for a medical procedure.5. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the filtered collection reservoir comprises a screen.6. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the filtered collection reservoir comprises a port.7. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the filtered collection reservoir is at least partially transparent to permit a user to view the fluid within the container.8. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the filtered collection reservoir comprises graduated marks for measuring the volume or change in volume of a fluid within the filtered collection reservoir.9. The drape of claim 8 , wherein the graduated marks are located at predetermined positions such that ...

Medical drape and methods of covering equipment with medical drapes

A sterile drape is provided to cover medical equipment. The drape may include an expandable element to open the open end of the drape. A sheath may also be provided to cover the sheath prior to use. The drape may also be held in a container, which may be coupled to the equipment. Furthermore, the drape may include one or more partially deployed positions in which the drape is partially deployed yet the sterile surface of the drape remains unexposed so that the drape may be partially deployed by non-sterile personnel and stored in a non-sterile area.

Method and system for calibrating a surgical tool and adapter therefor

A method for easily calibrating both the position of the tip of a surgical tool and the orientation of that tool includes attaching a tracking device capable of communication with the surgical navigation system to the surgical tool using an adapter, where the adapter has a known relation between the tracking device and the axis of the surgical tool. The method then performs a calibration process to calculate the position of the tip of the surgical tool and the position of the tracking device and orientation data for the surgical tool from the known relation between the tracking device and the axis of the surgical tool and from the tool tip position. Lastly, the method stores the position of the tool tip for the surgical tool and the orientation data within memory of the surgical navigation system so the position and the orientation of the surgical tool can be tracked by the surgical navigation system. The adapter has a body with an interior surface that defines an opening through which ...

Device for containing bodily fluid resulting from the occurrence of a rupture or leak during a medical procedure

An enclosure used in conjunction with an extracorporeal medical device for containing bodily fluid resulting from the occurrence of a rupture or leak during medical treatment includes a sleeve having an interior for receiving and surrounding the medical device. The sleeve is provided with two openings positioned at opposite ends of the sleeve for allowing tubing connected to the medical device to extend out of the sleeve. Each of the openings can be provided with an adhesive for closing the opening once the medical device is positioned in the interior of the sleeve to thereby define a closed environment within the interior of the sleeve. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, an enclosure for surrounding a portion of a patient's body that serves as an access site for accessing the patient's bodily fluid includes a sleeve having an interior. The sleeve is provided with open ends that allow a portion of the patient's body on opposite sides of the access site and tubing extending ...

A medical sleeve

SURGICAL WRAP

... 1490392 Stockings JOHNSON & JOHNSON 2 Jan 1975 [2 Jan 1974] 46/75 Heading A5R [Also in Division A3] A surgical wrap for covering a limb comprises inner and outer tubular layers closed at one end, the inner layer being of stretchable textile material, the outer layer being stretchable and liquid impervious and the wrap being arranged before use in a folded condition by repeatedly outwardly folding the top of the wrap.

Abdominal retractor

A DRAPE FOR AN IMAGING SYSTEM GANTRY

An imaging system gantry patient channel drape includes a gantry first outer sidewall covering portion including an outer rim biased into a deployed (e.g., circular) shape and collapsible, and a gantry inner (e.g, circular) wall covering portion extending inward of the gantry first outer sidewall covering portion.

RECOVERY GARMENT

... ²² The patient recovery garment comprises a body portion defining an opening, ²positioned, configured and dimensioned to allow the performance of medical ²treatment procedures, and a closure device suitable for closing the opening ²when a ²procedure is not being performed. The recovery garment comprises of a warm ²material, a decorative pattern, or both.² ...

Sound or shock wave induction device

The device consists of a partially or completely elastic tank, which is placed to surround the corresponding extremity, and which is filled with a coupling medium. The coupling medium is free of gases and/or is provided with an additive. The additive consists pref. of a material, which increases the transmission of the sound- and/or shock waves, and may be a remedy. The additive may be a material with a dampening effect on certain frequencies of the waves in the medium.

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SURGICAL WRAP

A surgical wrap for covering or isolating extremities during surgical procedure is provided. The wrap provides a barrier to bacterial migration and is substantially conformable to the extremities. It is constructed to exhibit simultaneously the properties of stretchability and fluid-imperviousness. A manner of arranging the wrap into a form suitable for compact packaging and for facile application during surgery is also provided.

Protective sheath suitable for among knee prosthesis operation

Angle-adjustable neck guard

Trans-platform apparatus and use thereof

The present invention relates to a trans-platform apparatus including a main platform and an operating device. The trans-platform apparatus of the present invention has the advantage of performing complex and various operations by inserting a maximum number/size of operating devices through a minimal number of openings within an operating space. In addition, since the trans-platform apparatus of the present invention does not use an additional connecting member for a spin shaft, the configuration thereof is further simplified, the operation thereof is easier, and power can be efficiently transmitted to an operating means. The trans-platform apparatus of the present invention is applicable to various fields including medical devices, and an engine room or a device for operating the inside of a radiator.

Surgical drape with sleeve and fenestration

A surgical drape is provided that has a drape body that has an upper surface and an oppositely disposed lower surface. The drape body has a forward edge and an oppositely disposed rearward edge. The drape body has a centerline that extends from the forward edge to the rearward edge. A guardrail is located at the upper surface of the drape body.

Drape for use with a tourniquet

A drape 2 for use with a tourniquet comprising a piece of waterproof material with a padded section 6 contained within the waterproof material for encircling a patient's limb. Drape section 4 may be folded back over the padded section to provide a pocket for the tourniquet. The drape is provided with an adhesive strip 8 for attaching the drape to the user's skin, thus creating a liquid impervious seal.

SURGICAL WRAP

ORAL CONDOM

An elastic and flexible oral prophylactic that conforms to the mouth. The hygienic appliance includes impermeable and permeable embodiments.

MEDICAL IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An apparatus for supporting an extremity during tissue irrigation and/or debridement and capturing fluid and tissue resulting therefrom includes an extremity-supporting base, a base dam, a ramp, and barrier shroud. The apparatus can be used in tissue irrigation and/or debridement procedures to contain and control drainage of fluid and/or tissue. The apparatus supports and encloses a patient extremity, such as an arm or a leg. The base has a length, proximal end (i.e., nearest the patient's body), and distal end (i.e., farthest from the patient's body). The shroud has a top portion, bottom portion, and shroud drainage opening. A method includes irrigating and/or debriding tissue from a patient extremity while supported by the base and at least partially enclosed within the barrier shroud, which acts as a shield for fluid and tissue emanating from the extremity. Fluid and/or tissue exits the shroud through a shroud drainage opening.

RECOVERY GARMENT

The patient recovery garment comprises a body portion defining an opening, positioned, configured and dimensioned to allow the performance of medical treatment procedures, and a closure device suitable for closing the opening when a procedure is not being performed. The recovery garment comprises of a warm material, a decorative pattern, or both.

Triple access drape and method of using same

A medical drape, including a main sheet having at least one opening for access to a patient's femoral artery, and at least one adjustable arm board cover substantially located at one end of the main sheet wherein the adjustable arm board cover includes at least one opening for access to the patient's brachial artery and at least one opening for access to the patient's radial artery.

ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEMS FOR SPINAL ROD BENDING

Lanzette, Lanzettenvorratsband und Stechgerät zum Erzeugen einer Einstichwunde

Medical drape

A medical drape is disclosed. The drape comprises a main portion having a front side, a back side, a first edge, a second edge, a top, and a bottom. The first and second edges are positioned opposite one another. The top and the bottom are positioned opposite one other. The drape further comprises a first and a second fenestration extending completely through the main portion and spaced generally equidistant from a vertical axis. The vertical axis is generally parallel to the first and second edges. The drape further comprises a third and a fourth fenestration extending completely through the main portion and are spaced generally equidistant from the vertical axis. The first and second fenestrations are closer to the top than the third and fourth fenestrations.

Disposable radial access catheterization sleeve

A catheterization sleeve is provided for radial access catheterization. The sleeve includes a closed distal end, and open proximal end and a tubular sidewall extending between the ends. An access opening is formed in the tubular sidewall to permit access to a catheterization site on the arm of the patient.

Method and apparatus pertaining to a medical drape having a suction port

A medical drape has at least one suction port disposed. By one approach the medical drape includes a fenestration and the suction port is disposed within the fenestration. By one approach the fenestrated area includes an incise film (which may itself be fenestrated if desired) and the suction port is disposed through that incise film. Suction applied to this suction port facilitates maintaining the incise film in place on the patient. This suction port can have a first end configured to attach to suction tubing. The medical drape can include a patient-side spacer and this spacer can comprise a compressible, resilient material that is substantially permeable to liquids. If desired, such a spacer can be disposed over a patient-side suction opening of the suction port.

Interventional Drape Comprising a Patient Interventional Drape and a Barrier Drape

This invention describes an interventional drape comprising a patient interventional drape for covering a person and with a least one fenestration and a barrier drape attached to said patient interventional drape, where said barrier drape comprises at least one sterile cover where said barrier drape is attached next to said at least one fenestration, thereby providing a sterile procedure area at said fenestration and a non-sterile area at the other side of said barrier drape, whereby a non-sterile person can handle a procedural means such as an ultrasonic transducer in said non-sterile area and provide said procedural means to a healthcare person in said sterile procedure area when needed without any risk of contaminating said sterile procedure area.

Apparatus and method for maintaining sterile field

A drape for maintaining a sterile field for a real-time guided medical procedure (such as with ultrasound guidance) may include a contact film base having an aperture therethrough. A shield may project outwardly from the base and may surround the aperture.

Surgical drape

A surgical drape includes a first sheet of surgical drape material secured to a second sheet of surgical drape material by a removable adhesive disposed along an overlapping joint. A pre-defined work-through area is defined in a central portion of the surgical drape, and the overlapping joint intersects with the work-through. Optionally, removable areas of pre-defined size and shape around the work-through area are defined by frangible paths so that the work-through area can be selectively enlarged by tearing along one or more of the frangible paths to remove one or more of the removable areas. A tab facilitates gripping by a user for separating the first sheet from the second sheet. The work-through area may be a pre-cut opening or a pre-defined tear-away removable portion of the first and/or second sheets.

BIOPSY DEVICE WITH STERILE SLEEVE

A sterile cover assembly is for a biopsy device. The biopsy device includes a reusable holster including a housing and driving mechanism. The driving mechanism is for driving a cutter in a needle of a probe. The housing is adapted to releasably couple to the probe. The sterile cover assembly includes a sleeve and a flexible sterile cover. The sleeve is configured to receive at least a portion of the housing of the reusable holster. The sterile cover is coupled to the sleeve and is configured to cover the housing of the holster. 120-. (canceled)21. A protective cover for use with an article , the protective cover comprising:a flexible cover having a closed end; anda retainer ring configured to retain a part of the flexible cover on an outer surface of the retainer ring with the flexible cover in a folded configuration.22. The protective cover of claim 21 , wherein the retainer ring includes a body defining a slot claim 21 , wherein the slot is configured to permit a portion of the body to fold onto itself.23. The protective cover of claim 22 , wherein the retainer ring further includes an interlocking portion disposed on each side of the slot claim 22 , wherein the interlocking portion is configured to provide rigidity at the slot when each side of the slot is engaged with the other.24. The protective cover of claim 22 , wherein the retainer ring further includes an interlocking portion disposed on each side of the slot claim 22 , wherein the interlocking portion is configured to provide rigidity at the slot when each side of the slot is engaged with the other claim 22 , wherein the interlocking portion includes a tongue and groove configuration.25. The protective cover of claim 22 , wherein the body is a polymer material having a thickness configured to provide at least some flexibility.26. The protective cover of claim 21 , wherein retainer ring is configured to collapse onto itself to transition to a reduced diameter configuration for folding of the flexible cover ...

STERILE INTERFACE FOR ARTICULATED SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

A sterile interface for a surgical platform is provided, optionally to be used with a mechanical telemanipulator. The sterile interface is configured to allow for transmission of motion without dimensional inconsistencies between a non-sterile surgical platform and a sterile surgical instrument that are related to one another in a master-slave configuration. The sterile interface is configured to allow for multiple changes of sterile surgical instruments during a surgical procedure without contaminating the sterile field. The sterile interface allows for interchangeable sterile articulated surgical instruments to be attached to the surgical platform without coming into contact with non-sterile portions of the surgical platform. 1. A sterile interface comprising:a surgical platform;a flexible sleeve, which covers at least a portion of a moving link of the surgical platform;a rigid connector; andan articulated surgical instrument, wherein the design of the rigid connector allows the articulated surgical instrument to be attached to the surgical platform and remain sterile which enables sterile articulated surgical instruments to be attached to the surgical platform without directly touching non-sterile components.2. The sterile interface of claim 1 , wherein the attachment of the articulated surgical instrument to the surgical platform includes the connection of mechanical transmission means that deliver motion from the surgical platform to the articulated surgical instrument.3. The sterile interface of claim 2 , wherein the rigid connector comprises at least one miniature cup that is able to transmit the motion from the surgical platform to at least one articulation of the articulated surgical instruments claim 2 , by having a geometry that can be mated with both a mechanical transmission element from the surgical platform and a mechanical transmission element from the articulated surgical instrument.4. The sterile interface of claim 3 , wherein the at least one ...

STERILE COVER FOR A MIXED REALITY (MR) DEVICE

Disclosed is a sterile cover () for a Mixed Reality (MR) device (). The sterile cover () may comprise a first case () arranged for covering a front side of the MR device (). The first case () may comprise a hard case with an embedded clear layer () for covering a glass area of the front side of the MR device (). The sterile cover () may further comprise a second case (). The second case () may be arranged for covering a headband side of the MR device (). The second case () may comprise a stretchable case for allowing a flexible adjustment of the headband side of the MR device () within the second case (). 1100101100. A sterile cover () for a Mixed Reality (MR) device () , the sterile cover () comprising:{'b': 102', '101', '102', '114', '101, 'a first case (), arranged for covering a front side of the MR device (), wherein the first case () comprises a hard case with an embedded clear layer () for covering a glass area of the front side of the MR device (); and'}{'b': 104', '101', '104', '101', '104, 'a second case () arranged for covering a headband side of the MR device (), and wherein the second case () comprises a stretchable case for allowing a flexible adjustment of the headband side of the MR device () within the second case ().'}2100102104112101112112112112112112. The sterile cover () as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the first case () and the second case () are provided with provisions for accessing one or more physical controls () integrated to the MR device () claim 1 , and wherein the one or more physical controls () comprise one or more of a power button (A) claim 1 , a volume control button (B) claim 1 , an LED interface (D) claim 1 , an audio interface (C) claim 1 , a brightness control button (E).3100102. The sterile cover () as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first case () is configured with one of a transparent claim 1 , a semi-transparent claim 1 , and an opaque plastic moulded body.4100102102101. The sterile cover () as claimed in claim 1 , ...

Surgical Drape with Sleeve and Fenestration

A surgical drape is provided that has a drape body that has an upper surface and an oppositely disposed lower surface. A sleeve extends from the drape body into which an arm of a patient is located when the drape is positioned on the patient. A sleeve attachment component is located on the sleeve, and a body attachment component that is located on the drape body. The sleeve attachment component is attachable to the body attachment component in order to attach the sleeve to the drape body at a first location. A fenestration is present through which a portion of the patient can be accessed when the drape is positioned on the patient.

DISPOSABLE DUAL ACCESS CATHETERIZATION SLEEVE

A dual access catheterization sleeve includes a first panel and a second panel attached to each other along sides thereof and at one end, wherein a closed distal end and an open proximal end are formed, a first access fenestration formed through the first panel at a location in a center portion of the sleeve between the proximal and distal ends; and a second access fenestration formed through the first panel at a location between the first access fenestration and the closed distal end. The sleeve is dimensioned to cover a hand and at least a portion of an arm of a patient. 1. A catheterization sleeve , comprising:a first panel and a second panel attached to each other along sides thereof and at one end, wherein a closed distal end and an open proximal end are formed, wherein the sleeve is dimensioned to cover a hand and at least a portion of an arm of a human patient;a first sleeve fenestration formed through the first panel at a location in a center portion of the first panel between the proximal and distal ends;a second sleeve fenestration formed through the first panel at a location between the first sleeve fenestration and the closed distal end;a first clear film that covers the first sleeve fenestration and is attached to the first panel at an edge region of the first panel adjacent to the first sleeve fenestration;a second clear film that covers the second sleeve fenestration and is attached to the first panel at an edge region of the first panel adjacent to the first sleeve fenestration;a first foldable flap that covers the first clear film and the first sleeve fenestration, wherein the first foldable flap includes a first liner removably attached to an inner surface of the first foldable flap that faces the first clear film and the first sleeve fenestration when the first foldable flap is in a closed position, and a first flap fenestration the penetrates the first foldable flap and the first liner;a second foldable flap that covers the second clear film and ...

DISPOSABLE MEDICAL DEVICE COVERS

A disposable cover for PEMFT medical devices and a method of making and using the same. The disposable cover is made from a fluidproof material that protects the user and the medical device by being a barrier therebetween. The disposable cover can be adapted for strap-based medical devices and disc-based medical devices, as well as other devices. 1. A pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMFT) applicator covering system , the system comprising:a fluidproof material defining a sleeve dimensioned to slidably receive and be more than coextensive with a PEMFT strap applicator; anda pair of tabs spaced apart and longitudinally extending from each end of the sleeve.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pair of tabs are independently foldable against the sleeve.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the fluidproof material comprises spun-bound polyethylene and poly-backed wood-pulp fiber.4. The system of claim 3 , further comprising a detachable fastener on a first side of each tab.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising a removable layer on each detachable fastener.6. A pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMFT) applicator covering system claim 4 , the system comprising:a fluidproof material defining a pouch dimensioned to slidably receive at least a front portion with a PEMFT disc applicator by way of an opening in the pouch; anda pair of slots spaced apart and adjacent to the opening, wherein each slot is dimensioned to receive a handle of the received PEMFT disc applicator.7. The system of claim 6 , further comprising an elastic component circumscribing the opening.8. The system of claim 7 , further comprising a gathering stitching defining a channel housing the elastic component.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the fluidproof material comprises spun-bound polyethylene and poly-backed wood-pulp fiber. This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 62/706,097, filed 31 Jul. 2020, the contents of which are herein incorporated ...

Stockinette Having Folded Structure for Simplified Applicaiton

A stockinette (), suitable for covering an appendage () of a patient, includes one or more folds (). The fold () can be in a length of material () disposed between an open end () and a closed end (). Alternatively, the fold () can be in an optional cuff () formed by a section of material () near the open end (). Folds can be present both in the length of material () and in the cuff () as well. The cuff () can be disposed atop the fold () in the length of material (). The stockinette () enables one person to apply the stockinette () to an appendage () with one continuous motion that expands the folds. 1. An expandable surgical stockinette , comprising:a closed end; andan open end for receiving an appendage of a patient, the open end and closed being separated by a length of material;wherein the length of material is folded with an accordion fold so as to be expandable by pulling the open end away from the closed end, thereby unfolding the length of material;wherein an opening is formed by folding the length of the material so as to extend back over itself towards the closed end so as to form a cuff extending from the open end toward the closed end;wherein the cuff completely covers the accordion fold.2. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 1 , wherein the accordion fold is oriented along a line defined between the closed end and the open end.3. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 1 , wherein the accordion fold is askew relative to a line defined between the closed end and the open end.4. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 3 , wherein the accordion fold is substantially perpendicular with the line.5. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the length of material adjacent to the open end is folded in a rolled fold.6. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 1 , wherein the cuff is disposed atop the accordion fold.7. The expandable surgical stockinette of claim 1 , wherein the cuff comprises an accordion fold. ...

Surgical drape with separable elements

The present disclosure relates to a surgical drape to be used in conjunction with a surgical procedure, and more specifically to a surgical drape that includes one or more of the following: (1) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device (requiring circumferential access to the patient); (2) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device with image guidance navigation technology; (3) the means to provide temporary sterile coverage of an underlying sterile field; (4) the means to provide sterile separation of at least a portion, if not the entire temporary sterile coverage; (5) the means to provide covering of the undersurface of the operating surface and enclosing any suspended medical devices, wires, cables, tubes, etc; and (6) a single-use disposable outer surgical drape that ensures sterility of a covered surgical apparatus, device, or machine, or an inner drape associated therewith. 1. A surgical draping system , comprising:a surgical drape;an area defined by a predetermined length and a predetermined width of the surgical drape;at least one tear line in the surgical drape; anda sterility maintenance element extending an entirety of the predetermined length of the drape above the at least one tear line; a covering position wherein the sterility maintenance element covers the at least one tear line; and', 'a non-covering position wherein the sterility maintenance element is separated along the at least one tear line and longitudinally effaced lateral sides of the surgical drape separate and fall away from a sterile field in a sterile fashion., 'wherein the sterility maintenance element is selectively reconfigurable between2. The surgical draping system of claim 1 , further comprising an outer drape forming the sterility maintenance element that is not integrally affixed to the surgical drape.3. The surgical draping system of claim 1 , further comprising:a dust cover in communication the surgical ...

Stethoscope Cover Device

A stethoscope cover device for covering a portion of a stethoscope is provided. The stethoscope has a chest piece and lower tubing immediately adjacent the chest piece. The stethoscope cover device comprises a bulb-shaped sleeve having a bulbous portion and a cylindrical portion. An opening is formed in the cylindrical portion. The chest piece and lower tubing of the stethoscope are receivable within the sleeve through the opening The sleeve creates a barrier eliminating the stethoscope as a source of hospital acquired infections. 1. A stethoscope cover device for covering a portion of a stethoscope , the stethoscope having a chest piece and lower tubing immediately adjacent the chest piece , the stethoscope cover device comprising:a bulb-shaped sleeve having a bulbous portion and a cylindrical portion;an opening formed in the cylindrical portion;wherein the chest piece and lower tubing of the stethoscope are receivable within the sleeve through the opening; andwherein the sleeve creates a barrier eliminating the stethoscope as a source of hospital acquired infections.2. The stethoscope cover device of wherein the sleeve is a onetime use claim 1 , disposable hygienic cover positionable over the chest piece and lower tubing of the stethoscope.3. The stethoscope cover device of wherein the sleeve has no additional openings claim 1 , apertures claim 1 , and breaches.4. The stethoscope cover device of wherein the bulbous portion is capable of receiving the chest piece of the stethoscope and the cylindrical portion is capable of receiving the lower tubing of the stethoscope.5. The stethoscope cover device of wherein the bulbous portion and the cylindrical portion of the sleeve are constructed from the same material with the bulbous portion and the cylindrical portion of the sleeve being integral to each other.6. The stethoscope cover device of wherein the bulbous portion and the cylindrical portion are constructed from different materials that are connected together.7. ...

ROTATABLE CARRIAGE FOR AN INSTRUMENT HOLDER

An instrument holder generally includes a carriage rotatable with respect to a carriage support, a light pipe extending axially through the carriage, and an electrical conductor extending through the carriage radially outward of the light pipe. The light pipe can transmit light energy and the electrical conductor can transmit electricity between a proximal end portion and a distal end portion of the carriage to a medical instrument. The rotatable carriage may include a sterile adapter assembly positioned at the proximal and/or distal end portions of the rotatable carriage. The sterile adapter assembly may include a roll disk rotatable with respect to the outer frame, an inner disk rotatable with respect to the roll disk, and a light pipe to transmit light energy through the roll disk. The inner disk can transfer movement of an actuator between the rotatable carriage and the instrument. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a carriage and a carriage support, wherein the carriage is rotatable with respect to the carriage support and the carriage is configured to removably couple an instrument thereto;a light pipe extending axially through the carriage and configured to transmit light energy between a proximal end portion and a distal end portion of the carriage and toward the instrument when coupled to the carriage; andan electrical conductor extending through the carriage radially outward of the light pipe, wherein the electrical conductor is configured to transmit electricity between the proximal end portion and the distal end portion of the carriage and toward the instrument when coupled to the carriage.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the carriage support is configured to translate the carriage along an instrument holder base member of an instrument holder.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein rotation of the carriage causes a shaft roll of the instrument when coupled to the carriage.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the distal end portion of the carriage is ...

DATA ANALYTICS AND INTERFACE PLATFORM FOR PORTABLE SURGICAL ENCLOSURE

Provided herein is a portable surgical system designed for interoperability with surgical or research tools and processes. The portable surgical system may comprise a portable enclosure and one or more sensors. Also provided herein are methods for training surgery robots for use with the system and manufacturing the portable surgical system. 1. A portable surgical system designed for interoperability with surgical or research tools and processes , the portable surgical system comprising:a) a portable enclosure separating a surgical environment inside the portable enclosure from a user environment outside the portable enclosure, the portable enclosure comprising a flow tube attached to the inside of the portable enclosure and connected to an environmental control system, wherein the flow tube is configured to provide an essentially uniform laminar airflow inside at least part of the portable enclosure; andb) one or more sensors that comprise at least one motion sensor configured to detect a movement of a surgical instrument, a medical professional, a patient, a surgical robot, or any combination thereof.2. A portable surgical system designed for interoperability with surgical or research tools and processes , the portable surgical system comprising:a) a portable enclosure separating a surgical environment inside the portable enclosure from a user environment outside the portable enclosure, the portable enclosure comprising a flow tube attached to the inside of the portable enclosure and connected to an environmental control system, wherein the flow tube is configured to provide an essentially uniform laminar airflow inside at least part of the portable enclosure; andb) one or more sensors that comprise at least one sensor configured to detect situational or environmental parameters comprising patient vitals and diagnostics, humidity, temperature, pressure, brightness, and other parameters pertinent to efficacy of the portable surgical system.3. A portable surgical ...

LAPAROSCOPIC TOOL COVER AND METHOD OF USE

A laparoscopic tool sheath for covering a body of a laparoscope, the cover includes an elongated body, having a rubber base; and a highly absorbable top coating; a central passageway extending from a distal end of the elongated body to a proximal end of the elongated body; a distal lens integral to the distal end of the elongated body; the cover is able to quickly and easily be removed from the laparoscopic tool for disposal. 1. A laparoscopic tool cover for covering a shaft of a tool , the cover comprising: a rubber base; and', 'a highly absorbable top coating;, 'an elongated body, havinga central passageway extending from a distal end of the elongated body to a proximal end of the elongated body;a distal lens integral to the distal end of the elongated body;wherein the cover is configured to be removed from the laparoscopic tool for disposal.2. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the distal lens is comprised of an anti fog/water resistant/smudge resistant/glare resistant material.3. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the distal lens is positioned at a 0 degree angle associated with the laparoscopic tool.4. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the distal lens is positioned at a 30 degree angle associated with the laparoscopic tool.5. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body further comprises:a perforated seam extending from the distal end to the proximal end;wherein the perforated seam allows for easy removal of the cover for disposal.6. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the top coating is composed of a highly absorbent material.7. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the cover is configured to fit a variety of sizes including claim 1 , but not limited to 30/45 cm length scopes.8. The cover of claim 1 , further comprising: an irrigation tubing embedded within the elongated body. The present invention relates generally to surgical tools and equipment, and more specifically, to a laparoscopic tool cover for easy installation and removal of the cover. The cover further provides ...

SHEATHES FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, AND RELATED DEVICES AND METHODS

A sheath for a surgical instrument may include a sleeve having a distal end and proximal end, and a retention mechanism at a proximal end portion of the sleeve. The retention mechanism may comprise a sleeve attachment portion configured to be attached to the sleeve at the proximal end portion, and a locking collar extending from the sleeve attachment portion, wherein the locking collar is configured to receive a connector portion of a surgical instrument. The locking collar further may include a locking feature movable between a first configuration, in which the sheath is moveable relative to the surgical instrument, and a second configuration, in which the locking feature is configured to engage with the connector portion to retain the sheath in position on the surgical instrument. 123.-. (canceled)24. A sheath for a surgical instrument , the sheath comprising:a sleeve having a distal end and a proximal end; and a sleeve attachment portion configured to be attached to the sleeve at the proximal end portion; and', 'a locking collar extending from the sleeve attachment portion,, 'a retention mechanism at a proximal end portion of the sleeve, the retention mechanism comprisingwherein the locking collar is configured to receive a connector portion of a surgical instrument, andwherein the locking collar comprises a locking feature movable between a first configuration, in which the sheath is moveable relative to the surgical instrument, and a second configuration, in which the locking feature is configured to engage with the connector portion to retain the sheath in position on the surgical instrument.25. The sheath of claim 24 , wherein the locking collar is configured to resiliently deform to move the locking feature between the first configuration and the second configuration in response to a force acting on the locking collar.26. The sheath of claim 25 , wherein the locking collar has one of a circular interior transverse cross-section and an elongated interior ...

C-Arm Cap

A cap for a c-arm medical imaging device with an image intensifier comprises a plate sized and shaped to cover an exterior facing surface of the image intensifier. The plate is transparent to x-rays and has a planar center with a planar outer surface and a planar inner surface to face the image intensifier. A retainer is carried by the plate to retain the plate on the image intensifier. 1. A cap for a c-arm medical imaging device with an image intensifies the cap comprising:a plate sized and shaped to cover an exterior facing surface of the image intensifier;the plate being transparent to x-rays;the plate having a planar center with a planar outer surface and a planar inner surface configured to face the image intensifier; anda retainer carried by the plate and configured to engage the image intensifier to retain the plate on the image intensifier2. The cap in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the cap has at least two positions claim 1 , comprising:an installed position in which the cap is placed atop the image intensifier, anda removed position in which the cap is removed from the image intensifier.3. The cap in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the retainer further comprises:tabs arrayed around a perimeter of the center of the plate and extending substantially perpendicularly to the planar center and configured to be arrayed around the image intensifier to maintain the plate on the image intensifier.4. The cap in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the center of the plate is circular and the tabs comprise at least three tabs.5. The cap in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the center and the tabs are integral and formed together from a single sheet of material with bends between the center and the tabs.6. The cap in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the retainer further comprises:an annular band circumscribing the plate;an array of apertures through the band; andan array of fasteners extending through the array of apertures and configured to engage the image ...

MEDICAL SUPPORT SLEEVE DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS

In general, medical sleeve systems that at least partially support a patient's arm in a selected position are described. In one embodiment, an example support sleeve includes a proximal end that defines an arm opening, a distal end, a wall that extends between the proximal end and the distal end, the wall including an anterior side portion and a posterior side portion, and an access port located on the anterior side portion proximate the distal end. The support sleeve may be manipulated between first and second positions, and at least partially maintained in the second position during a medical procedure. 1. A medical sleeve system , comprising: a proximal end that defines an arm opening;', 'a distal end;', 'a wall that extends between the proximal end and the distal end,, 'a support sleeve, comprising 'an access port located on the anterior side portion proximate the distal end; and', 'the wall including an anterior side portion and a posterior side portion; and'}an attachment device configured to attach the wall of the support sleeve to a substrate.2. The medical sleeve system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment device comprises an adhesive.3. The medical sleeve system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment device is selected from the group consisting of hook-and-loop fastener claim 1 , snaps claim 1 , hooks claim 1 , straps claim 1 , ties claim 1 , self-adherent non-woven material claim 1 , etc.4. The medical sleeve system of claim 2 , wherein the attachment device is located on the anterior side portion of the wall.5. The medical sleeve system of claim 2 , further comprising a stabilization substrate claim 2 , wherein the attachment device is located on the stabilization substrate.6. The medical sleeve system of claim 5 , wherein the stabilization substrate comprises a surgical drape configured to extend at least partially around a patient's torso.7. (canceled)8. The medical sleeve system of claim 5 , wherein the stabilization substrate comprises a strap selected ...

Modifiable Occlusive Skin Dressing

Occlusive tissue dressings and methods including an elastomeric drape and a liquid component, at least partially cross-linked at least after one of drying and curing, suitable for application at a dressing-to-skin interface in order to create a substantially air-tight seal. The same or a different liquid component may be applied by a user at a tube-to-dressing interface in order to create a similar air-tight seal around the tube, if not occlusively sealed during its manufacture. 149-. (canceled)50. A kit suitable for occlusively sealing a wound penetrating the skin of a patient , comprising:a drape formed as a thin sheet of an organic material substantially impervious to fluid transfer and having a first surface on one side of the drape and a second surface on an opposite side of the drape and having an outer edge;at least one connection interface component capable of connecting with a source of negative pressure, the at least one connection interface component including at least one of (i) a flexible tube having a first end extendable through the drape and having a second end connectable with the source of negative pressure, (ii) at least two pieces of drape capable of forming a joint through which a first end of a tube is insertable, (iii) a flange having a central passage and connectable with a tube, and/or (iv) a tube connector;at least one biocompatible adhesive that is at least one of (1) disposed on at least a portion of the first surface of the drape, and/or (2) capable of contacting at least a portion of at least the first surface of the drape;when the kit includes the at least one biocompatible adhesive disposed on at least a portion of the first surface of the drape, the kit further includes at least a first removable liner covering at least a portion of the at least one biocompatible adhesive on the first surface of the drape; andat least one container of at least one dressing-to-skin interface sealant component that is capable of being delivered as a ...

STERILE SURGICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL DRAPE

Surgical and radiological drapes are provided herein. In some embodiments, a surgical drape is provided including a surgical table drape and a radiological drape including a first end portion attached to the surgical table drape, an enclosure portion configured to extend from the surgical table drape and enclose a radiological imaging unit and an adjustable closure mechanism configured to secure the upper portion about the radiological imaging unit, a side wall portion extending from the enclosure portion, and a second end portion comprising a weighted material. 1. A surgical drape comprising:a surgical table drape; and a first end portion attached to the surgical table drape,', 'an enclosure portion configured to extend from the surgical table drape and enclose a radiological imaging unit and an adjustable closure mechanism configured to secure the upper portion about the radiological imaging unit,', 'a side wall portion extending from the enclosure portion, and', 'a second end portion attached to the first end portion and comprising a weighted material., 'a radiological drape comprising2. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the first end portion is permanently attached to the surgical table drape.3. The surgical drape of claim 2 , wherein the first end portion is attached to the surgical table drape using an adhesive claim 2 , ultrasonic bonding claim 2 , or heat bonding.4. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the first end portion is removably attached to the surgical table drape.5. The surgical drape of claim 4 , wherein the first end portion is attached to the surgical table drape by a zipper.6. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the radiological imaging unit is a radiological C-arm imaging unit.7. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the adjustable closure mechanism comprises elastic.8. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the adjustable closure mechanism comprises a drawstring.9. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the second end portion ...

ROBOTICALLY CONTROLLING REMOTE CENTER OF MOTION WITH SOFTWARE AND GUIDE TUBE

A robotic surgical system includes a surgical robot and a guide tube. The surgical robot includes a robot arm and a controller. The controller is configured to establish a software-based remote center of motion of a surgical instrument attached to the robot arm based on a location of a surgical portal in a patient through which the surgical instrument is inserted. The guide tube having a trailing end supported by the robot arm of the surgical robot, a leading end inserted in the surgical portal and maintaining alignment between the robotic arm and the surgical portal during a surgical instrument exchange, and an elongated tubular body through which an elongated shaft of the surgical instrument is inserted or removed during the surgical instrument exchange. 1. A robotic surgical system , comprising:a surgical robot including a robot arm and a controller, the controller configured to establish a software-based remote center of motion of a surgical instrument attached to the robot arm based on a location of a surgical portal in a patient through which the surgical instrument is inserted; anda guide tube having a trailing end supported by the robot arm of the surgical robot, a leading end inserted in the surgical portal and maintaining alignment between the robotic arm and the surgical portal during a surgical instrument exchange, and an elongated tubular body through which an elongated shaft of the surgical instrument is inserted or removed during the surgical instrument exchange.2. The robotic surgical system of claim 1 , wherein the guide tube is slidably movable relative to the surgical portal in response to movement of the robotic arm.3. The robotic surgical system of claim 2 , wherein the guide tube and the robotic arm define a first longitudinal axis that extends between the leading and trailing ends of the guide tube claim 2 , and wherein the surgical portal defines a second longitudinal axis that extends between the leading and trailing ends thereof claim 2 , ...

DRAPE MANAGEMENT ASSEMBLIES FOR ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEMS

A drape management assembly for a robotic surgical system includes a base portion and a grasping portion. The base portion is configured for connection to the robotic surgical system. The grasping portion extends from the base portion and defines a cavity therebetween. The cavity is configured to locate an excess portion of a drape which sheaths at least a robotic arm of the robotic surgical system. 1. A drape management assembly for a robotic surgical system , the drape management assembly comprising:a base portion configured for connection to the robotic surgical system; anda grasping portion extending from the base portion, the base portion and the grasping portion defining a cavity therebetween, wherein the cavity is configured to locate an excess portion of a drape which sheaths at least a robotic arm of the robotic surgical system.2. The drape management assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the grasping portion includes a first jaw and second jaw each rotatably coupled to the base portion claim 1 , wherein in a first configuration claim 1 , the first and second jaws are rotatably approximated and wherein in a second configuration claim 1 , the first and second jaws are rotatably spaced apart.3. The drape management assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the first and second jaws are resiliently biased to rotatably return to the first configuration.4. The drape management assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the base portion includes a first prong and a second prong claim 2 , the first prong operably supporting the first jaw and the second prong operably supporting the second prong.5. The drape management assembly according to claim 4 , wherein each of the first and second jaws includes a first and second end claim 4 , respectively claim 4 , wherein the first end of each of the first and second jaws is hingedly coupled to the first and second prongs claim 4 , respectively.6. The drape management assembly according to claim 5 , wherein in the first ...

PROTECTIVE COVER

A protective cover for the protection against contamination from body and/or irrigation fluid during treatment of wounds/ulcers includes a first opening to be placed on a patient and a second opening for inserting a handpiece. The protective cover includes a fluid-tight and flexible hollow body that defines a treatment chamber having a shape that adapts to motion of a handpiece. The hollow body may include a stiffening element for keeping the first opening in an open state during treatment. Additionally, a device for the irrigation of wounds or ulcers, such as for debriding dead body tissue by way of a micro water jet, may include a hand-operated lance with a nozzle for producing an irrigation fluid jet, such as a micro water jet. The lance may be inserted through the second opening of the protective cover so that the nozzle is located within the treatment chamber of the protective cover. 1. A protective cover for protection against contamination from body and/or irrigation fluid during treatment of wounds or ulcers , said protective cover comprising:a first opening to be placed on a body part of a patient; anda second opening adapted for insertion of a handpiece for wound or ulcer treatment,wherein said protective cover comprises a fluid-tight and flexible hollow body which in the interior defines a treatment chamber having a shape that adapts to the motion of said handpiece; said hollow body is provided with at least one stiffening element for keeping said first opening in an open state during treatment; and said stiffening element extends around a longitudinal axis of said hollow body in a helical shape over at least part of the length of its shell.2. The protective cover according to claim 1 , wherein at least one inner layer of said hollow body facing said treatment chamber is made of absorbent material claim 1 , in particular of porous absorbent material claim 1 , for receiving fluid from the aerosol produced during the treatment in said treatment chamber.3. ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING ACCESS FOR A SURGICAL PROCEDURE

An apparatus and method for providing surgical access to a body cavity of a living animal through an access port inserted in a wall of the body cavity is disclosed. The apparatus includes a collapsible volume having an opening for sealingly receiving a surgical apparatus. The apparatus also includes an access coupler disposed at a distal end of the collapsible volume, the access coupler being operably configured to sealingly couple to an opening in the access port placing the collapsible volume in fluid communication with the body cavity. The collapsible volume is operably configured to collapse to permit the surgical apparatus to be inserted through the access coupler into the body cavity. 1. An apparatus for providing surgical access to a body cavity of a living animal through an access port inserted in a wall of the body cavity , the apparatus comprising:a collapsible volume having an opening for sealingly receiving a surgical apparatus; andan access coupler disposed at a distal end of the collapsible volume, the access coupler being operably configured to sealingly couple to an opening in the access port to place the collapsible volume in fluid communication with the body cavity, wherein the collapsible volume is operably configured to collapse to permit the surgical apparatus to be inserted through the access coupler into the body cavity.2. The apparatus of wherein the access port comprises an inlet for receiving a fluid flow for insufflating the body cavity and wherein the collapsible volume is subjected to an insufflation pressure in the body cavity.3. The apparatus of wherein the access coupler is operably configured to initiate fluid communication between the body cavity and the collapsible volume when coupled to the opening in the access port.4. The apparatus of wherein the access port comprises an access valve disposed to close the opening in the access port prior to the access coupler sealingly coupling to the opening.5. The apparatus of wherein the ...

TWO-TONED FLUOROSCOPY DRAPES FOR ORTHOPAEDIC FRACTURE PROCEDURES

The present invention is an improved method of maintaining sterility in the operating room during orthopaedic fracture care. This invention aids in the identification of when a non-sterile drape area has been touched by operating room personnel. This invention is a two-toned drape which is otherwise similar to a standard drape, but with contrasting or bright colors added to one half of the drape, and optionally to an outer 2 inch border to create two or more distinct and separate halves to the drape. 1. An improved operating room surgical drape comprises:a two-toned surgical drape which is similar to a surgical drape with contrasting or bright colors added to evidence a non-sterile portion or half.2. The improved operating surgical drape of further comprises:a contrasting or brightly colored outer border or perimeter portion.3. The improved operating room surgical drape of comprises:drape areas having a transfer resin in the contrasting or bright color regions that would transfer from the drape and stain whatever it came into contact with in either a permanent or temporary fashion.4. An improved C-arm fluoroscopy drape comprises:a two-toned drape having one part of a base color and another part with contrasting or bright colors added to one half of the drape as a visual marker to indicate a non-sterile field.5. The improved C-arm drape of may also have an iteration whereby the two drape areas intended to be different colors by any manufacturing means with the end point of two or more well demarcated drape areas claim 4 , these separate areas of the drape have the color difference areas substituted or combined with a resin that would transfer from the drape and stain whatever it came into contact with in either a permanent or temporary fashion.6. The improved C-arm fluoroscopy drape of further comprises:demarcated areas for visually aiding in the identification of areas of the C-arm drape permissible for touching by members of the surgical team only.7. An improved ...

ELASTIC SURGICAL INTERFACE FOR ROBOTIC SURGICAL

A sterile barrier assembly includes a linear drive section and a rotation drive section. The linear drive section includes a corrugated portion interfacing with an axial output of an instrument driving unit on a non-sterile side and an engaging portion interfacing with a tool assembly of a surgical instrument on a sterile side. The rotational drive section includes a first engaging portion interfacing with a rotational output of the instrument driving unit on the non-sterile side and a second engaging portion interfacing with the tool assembly of the surgical instrument on the sterile side. 1. A sterile barrier assembly comprising: a corrugated portion interfacing with an axial output of an instrument driving unit on a non-sterile side; and', 'an engaging portion interfacing with a tool assembly of a surgical instrument on a sterile side; and, 'a linear drive section including a first engaging portion interfacing with a rotational output of the instrument driving unit on the non-sterile side; and', 'a second engaging portion interfacing with the tool assembly of the surgical instrument on the sterile side., 'a rotational drive section including2. The sterile barrier assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the corrugated portion is configured to transition between an elongated state and a contracted state claim 1 , while providing a fluid tight seal between the instrument driving unit on the non-sterile side and the surgical instrument on the sterile side.3. The sterile barrier assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the corrugated portion includes a bellows.4. The sterile barrier assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the corrugated portion defines a recess configured to interface with the axial output of the instrument driving unit.5. The sterile barrier assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the engaging portion of the linear drive section is adjacent the recess of the corrugated portion.6. The sterile barrier assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

TISSUE PROTECTOR AND METHOD OF USE

A tissue protector has a body structure having a longitudinal extending thin web. The body structure has an unconstrained first shape configured to form a nerve shield and is configured to shrink about a longitudinal axis to a smaller constrained second shape sized to fit into a lumen of a cannula. Preferably, the second constrained shape is oval or round having a maximum diameter equal or less than an inside diameter of the lumen. The body structure is configured to return to the first shape when the cannula is withdrawn or returned to this shape as the implant advances. 1. A method of shielding a nerve root during a spinal surgical procedure comprises the steps of:making an incision;inserting a cannula between or just above two adjacent vertebral bodies, wherein the cannula has a tissue protector constrained inside the lumen of the cannula;positioning the distal end of the cannula past or beside a nerve root;withdrawing the cannula while holding the tissue protector in position past or beside the nerve root; andfreeing the tissue protector allowing movement from a constrained shape to an unconstrained shape to protect and shield the nerve root.2. The method of further comprising:inserting a spinal implant using the unconstrained tissue protector as a guide to position the spinal implant between two vertebral bodies.3. The method of further includes:inserting the tissue protector inside the cannula wherein the tissue protector has a body structure having a first proximal end and a second distal end with a longitudinal extending thin flexible web with a pair of rigid or solid rails between said ends, the body structure having an unconstrained first shape with a length and a width configured to form the tissue protector, the body structure being a solid single piece of material compressible along the entire length of the web and configured to wrap or roll about a longitudinal axis of the body structure to a smaller constrained second shape sized to fit into a lumen ...

Universal Handle Cover

An apparatus to cover a target handle () constituted of: a flexible bag () open at one end (); an annular skirt () and a plurality of uniform length skirt fingers () extending towards a longitudinal axis () of said annular skirt (), the extension of each skirt fingers () attached to the adjacent skirt finger () by a skirt connection member () to form a skirt band (); and a securing ring () arranged to mate securely with said annular skirt () and a plurality of uniform securing ring fingers () extending towards the longitudinal axis (), the extension of each securing ring finger () attached to the adjacent securing ring finger () by a connection member to form a securing ring band (). Preferably, at least one of the skirt band () and the securing ring band () is broken when the apparatus is set to cover the target 1. An apparatus arranged to cover a target handle , the apparatus comprising:a flexible bag open at one end;an annular skirt; and asecuring ring, an inner ring shaped edge, said inner ring shaped edge defining a longitudinal axis of said annular skirt; and', 'a plurality of skirt fingers arrayed radially about said inner ring shaped edge and extending from the inner ring shaped edge towards the longitudinal axis of said annular skirt,', 'said plurality of skirt fingers extending uniformly to a first predetermined radial distance from the longitudinal axis of said annular skirt, the extension of each of said plurality of skirt fingers attached to the extension of the adjacent skirt finger by a respective at least one skirt connection member,', 'said at least one skirt connection member in cooperation with said plurality of skirt fingers defining at least one skirt band set about the longitudinal axis of said annular skirt at a radial distance at least equal to the first predetermined radial distance and less than the radius of said inner ring shaped edge,, 'said annular skirt comprising said securing ring comprising a plurality of securing ring fingers ...

STETHOCOVER

A disposable stethoscope cover for the diaphragm or bell of a stethoscope to prevent the spread of microorganisms among patients. The stethoscope cover having a first surface and a second surface is made of a barrier material that is impermeable to microorganisms but capable of allowing sound to pass through. The first surface has an adhesive layer and the second surface has an antimicrobial substance, the first surface being in contact with the diaphragm or bell of the stethoscope. 1. A disposable stethoscope cover , comprising:a first surface having an adhesive layer, the adhesive layer being in contact with a diaphragm or bell of a stethoscope and the adhesive layer removably attaching the stethoscope cover to the diaphragm or the bell;a second surface comprising one or more of an antimicrobial and/or antiseptic material;wherein the stethoscope cover is substantially circular in shape and having a protrusion extending from a portion of a circumference of the stethoscope cover.2. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein the stethoscope cover is substantially flexible and thin.3. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein diameter of the stethoscope cover is in the range of about 38 mm to 56 mm.4. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein thickness of the stethoscope cover is the range of about 1.2 Mil to about 3.5 Mil.5. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein the protrusion is color coded.6. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein the stethoscope cover is made of material comprising polyurethane claim 1 , cellophane claim 1 , acetate claim 1 , latex rubber claim 1 , synthetic rubber claim 1 , vinyl claim 1 , or polypropylene.7. The disposable stethoscope cover of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer of the first surface may be made from emulsion acrylic claim 1 , solvent acrylic claim 1 , or the like.8. A method for covering a stethoscope claim 1 , comprising:peeling a stethoscope cover to expose a ...

Surgical drape with separable elements

The present disclosure relates to a surgical drape to be used in conjunction with a surgical procedure, and more specifically to a surgical drape that includes one or more of the following: (1) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device; (2) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device with image guidance navigation technology; (3) the means to provide temporary sterile coverage of an underlying sterile field; (4) the means to provide sterile separation of at least a portion, if not the entire temporary sterile coverage; and (5) the means to provide covering of the undersurface of the operating surface and enclosing any suspended medical devices, wires, cables, tubes, etc. 1. A surgical draping system , comprising:a surgical drape, having a generally rectangular shape, an area defined by a predetermined length and a predetermined width, and a longitudinal serrated tear line; anda sterility maintenance element, extending an entirety of the predetermined length of the drape, wherein the longitudinal serrated tear line of the surgical drape is disposed below the sterility maintenance element,wherein the sterility maintenance element is adapted to be positioned to maintain a sterile field,wherein the sterility maintenance element is selectively reconfigurable between a covering position and a non-covering position, wherein the sterility maintenance element covers the longitudinal serrated tear line of the surgical drape when the sterility maintenance element is in the covering position, andwherein the sterility maintenance element is adapted to be reconfigurable to the non-covering position to allow the surgical drape to be separated along the longitudinal serrated tear line such that longitudinally effaced lateral sides of the surgical drape separate and fall away from the sterile field in a sterile fashion.2. The surgical draping system of claim 1 , wherein the sterility maintenance element comprises ...

Separable Sterile Drape with Z-Shaped Folds

An improved draping system with a drape and a lock device. The drape includes an area defined by a predetermined length and a predetermined width, as well as a selectively separable portion. The drape also has a first perforation, as well as a z-shaped fold over the perforation. The lock device may he a poly seal with a second perforation. The draping system is secured to an operating table to maintain sterility about that operating table. When ready for removal, the draping system is simply pulled in opposite directions. When this occurs, the second perforation breaks, which disengages the lock device. Upon further pulling, the z-shaped fold is unfolded. Further pulling still results in the second perforation breaking. 1. A method for manufacturing a draping system , comprising:manufacturing a sheet having a predetermined length, a predetermined width, and first and second peripheral edges;forming a first perforation in the sheet at a midpoint of the predetermined width along the entire predetermined length;folding the sheet into a folded configuration such that the first peripheral edge overlaps the second peripheral edge to form a z-shaped fold, the first perforation is located between and extends substantially parallel to the first and second peripheral edges, and a portion of the sheet covers the first perforation; andsecuring a lock device to the sheet such that the sheet remains in the folded configuration until the lock device is disengaged, the lock device comprising a second perforation extending therethrough.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the lock device comprises a poly seal with the second perforation extending therethrough.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the poly seal comprises a strip of poly seal with the second perforation extending therethrough.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the securing step comprises heat-sealing the poly seal to the sheet.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:applying at least one piece of adhesive tape to the ...

TAMPERPROOF SURGICAL BACK TABLE DRAPE

Systems and methods for using a sterile drape with a surgical table are described. The system includes a sterile drape and at least one securement device that secure the sterile drape to the surgical table. The securement device may be an adhesive sticker having a perforation. Because of the perforation, the sticker is prone to break under small levels of force exerted on the sticker. In this way, a user can visually determine whether potential breaches of sterility have occurred when the sticker has broken. Additionally, the system may include magnets, weights, poly-ties, rubber bands, hooks, clips, buckles, adhesive tabs, straps, tape, and the like to secure the sterile drape to the surgical table. In this way, the surgical table can be prepared, the sterile drape can be installed, and the drape can be secured to the table to prevent breaches of sterility. 1. A drape system for use with a surgical table supported by a plurality of legs with an underside and a top surface with a perimeter where the top surface supports a plurality of surgical instruments comprising:a sterile drape with a first edge, a second edge, a first end, a second end, a bottom side, a perforation, and an overlapping portion, where the perforation extends from the first end to the second end between the first side and the second side, and where the overlapping portion is located above the perforation; andat least one securement device for securing the sterile drape to the surgical table, the securement device configured to indicate when the sterile drape has been removed from the surgical table to ensure sterility is maintained about the top surface and the plurality of surgical instruments.2. The drape system of claim 1 , wherein the securement device comprises an adhesive sticker with a first side claim 1 , a second side opposite the first side claim 1 , a third side extending between the first side and the second side claim 1 , a fourth side extending between the first side and the second ...

Instrument Device Manipulator and Surgical Drape

An instrument device manipulator (IDM) is attached to a surgical arm of a robotic system and comprises a surgical tool holder and an outer housing. The surgical tool holder includes an attachment interface that can secure a surgical tool in a front-mount configuration (where the attachment interface is on a face opposite of a proximal extension of the surgical tool) or a back-mount configuration (where the attachment interface is on the same face as the proximal extension of the surgical tool). The surgical tool holder may rotate continuously within the outer housing. In a back-mount configuration, the surgical tool holder may have a passage that receives the proximal extension of the tool and allows free rotation of the proximal extension about the rotational axis. A surgical drape separates the IDM and robotic arm from a tool, while allowing electrical and/or optical signals to pass therebetween. 1. A surgical drape comprising:a sheet configured to cover at least portions of a surgical robotic system;a first protrusion and a second protrusion connected to the sheet, the first and second protrusions insertable into opposite openings of a passage of a surgical tool holder; anda securing interface on the first protrusion configured to mate with a reciprocal securing interface on the second protrusion when the first protrusion and the second protrusion are inserted into opposite openings of the passage of the surgical tool holder.2. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the first protrusion and the second protrusion are each structured as a tube.3. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the first protrusion and the second protrusion are configured to receive a portion of a proximal extension of a surgical tool.4. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the securing interface on the first protrusion is structured as two concentric tubes including a space between the tubes that is configured to receive the reciprocal securing interface.5. The surgical drape of claim ...

INSTRUMENT DRIVE UNIT INCLUDING LEAD SCREW RAILS

A surgical system for selective connection to a robotic arm includes an instrument drive unit and a surgical instrument detachably coupled to the instrument drive unit. The instrument drive unit includes first and second actuators and a first translatable member operatively coupled with the first actuator. The surgical instrument includes an adapter portion, an elongate member extending distally from the adapter portion, and an end effector mounted on a distal end of the elongate member. The adapter portion has a first rotatable member operatively associated with the first translatable member. The first rotatable member is rotatable in response to translation of the first translatable member. The end effector is operatively coupled with the first rotatable member, wherein rotation of the first rotatable member effects a first function of the end effector. 124-. (canceled)25. A surgical system for selective connection to a robotic arm , the surgical system comprising:an instrument drive unit including a first actuator and a first translatable member operatively coupled with the first actuator; and an adapter portion having a first rotatable member operatively associated with the first translatable member, the first rotatable member rotatable in response to translation of the first translatable member;', 'an elongate member extending distally from the adapter portion; and', 'an end effector mounted on a distal end of the elongate member, the end effector operatively coupled with the first rotatable member, wherein rotation of the first rotatable member effects a first function of the end effector., 'a surgical instrument detachably coupled to the instrument drive unit, the surgical instrument including26. The surgical system of claim 25 , wherein actuation of the first actuator causes translation of the first translatable member claim 25 , which in turn claim 25 , causes rotation of the first rotatable member of the adapter portion of the surgical instrument.27. The ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF STEERABLE ELONGATE DEVICE

Systems and methods for controlling an elongate device include an input control console. The console includes a first input control having an infinite length of travel in a first direction, a second input control having an infinite length of travel in more than one direction, one or more transceivers for coupling the console to a control unit for the elongate device, and interface circuits for coupling the first input control and the second input control to the one or more transceivers. The first input control provides a first command suitable for controlling an insertion depth of the elongate device. The second input control provides second commands suitable for controlling steering of a distal end of the elongate device. In some embodiments, the console includes raised rings or bezels within which the input controls are mounted. In some embodiments, pockets of a drape are anchored to the raised rings or bezels. 1. An input control console for an elongate device , the console comprising:a first input control having an infinite length of travel in a first direction, the first input control providing a first command suitable for controlling an insertion depth of the elongate device;a second input control having an infinite length of travel in more than one direction, the second input control providing a second command suitable for controlling steering of a distal end of the elongate device including a pitch setting and a yaw setting;one or more transceivers for coupling the console to a control unit for the elongate device; andinterface circuits for coupling the first input control and the second input control to the one or more transceivers.2. The console of claim 1 , wherein the first input control is a single-axis device and the second input control is a multiple-axis device.3. The console of claim 1 , wherein the first input control is a scroll wheel and the second input control is a track ball.4. (canceled)5. The console of claim 1 , wherein the first input ...

SURGICAL DRAPE

A folded surgical drape, including: 1. A folded surgical drape , comprising:a tubular axially collected sheath having a distal end and a proximal end and a lumen between said distal end and said proximal end, wherein said axially collected sheath comprising at least one distal opening axially collected into said lumen and, wherein said axially collected sheath is axially folded to form at least one valley fold surrounding said distal opening sized and shaped for insertion of the user's hands on both sides of said distal opening.2. The folded surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein said tubular axially collected sheath is at least partially transparent.3. The folded surgical drape of claim 2 , comprising at least one visible marking on said axially collected sheath near said distal opening or surrounding said distal opening claim 2 , wherein said marking is positioned inside said lumen and is visible through said at least partially transparent sheath.4. The folded surgical drape of claim 1 , comprising at least one visible marking on said axially collected sheath designed for indicating the position of said at least one valley fold or said proximal end.5. The folded surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein a length of said axially collected surgical drape is at least 50% smaller than the length of said axially collected surgical drape in an axially extended state.6. The folded surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein a volume of said axially collected surgical drape is at least 90% smaller than the volume of said axially collected surgical drape in an axially extended state.7. A method for covering a surgical device having an extension claim 1 , comprising:inserting an extension of said surgical device through a distal opening of an axially collected tubular sheath into a lumen of said axially collected tubular sheath;axially extending said tubular sheath while covering at least a portion of said surgical device;closing said distal opening by at least one distal fastener attached ...

Smoke evacuator and evacuation system

A smoke evacuator and evacuation system for removing gaseous and/or particulate byproducts of surgical procedures and noxious vapors from chemicals is provided and includes an end effector or vacuum head positionable at a surgical site, the end effector including a plenum, a plenum support for preventing the plenum from collapsing, and an adaptor for coupling the end effector or vacuum head to a vacuum source.

ELECTROMECHANICAL SURGICAL SYSTEM

A surgical system includes a drive unit on a support. The drive unit includes motors or other actuators and a plurality of output elements arranged such that operation of each drive unit linearly translates a corresponding one of the output elements. A surgical device has actuation elements extending through an elongate shaft to a distal articulation section, and an input subsystem carried at the proximal end of the shaft. Linear translatable input elements or pistons of the input subsystem are each associated with a corresponding one of the actuation elements. The input and output elements are positioned such that operation of an actuator linearly translates an output element, causing linear translation of a corresponding input element and engagement of an actuation element. A sterile drape is positionable between the input elements and the output elements. 1. A method or operating a drive assembly of a surgical system , comprising:providing a drive unit comprising a plurality of output elements, each output element linearly moveable in first and second directions, the second direction opposite to the first direction,providing a surgical device including a plurality of linearly moveable input elements, each input element linearly moveable in the first and second directions;positioning the drive unit, and surgical device, and a sterile barrier such that a plurality of the output elements are longitudinally aligned with corresponding ones of a plurality of the input elements, and the sterile barrier extends between the output and input elements;operating a plurality of actuators to cause select ones of actuators to linearly translate in the first or second direction, thereby causing corresponding linear translation of the corresponding input elements in the first or second direction, each drive element translating along a common axis with its corresponding input element.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein:the surgical device comprises an elongate shaft ...

SURGICAL DRAPE FOR THERMAL TREATMENT BASIN

A drape for a piece of equipment used during a medical procedure may be formed of a flexible sheet of polymeric material. The flexible sheet can have a basin portion shape-indexed to a basin or reservoir of the piece of equipment over which the drape is intended to be draped. The flexible sheet can also have a side sheet portion connected to the basin portion. The side sheet portion can drape down the basin or reservoir of the piece of equipment over which the drape is draped. The basin portion of the flexible sheet can be collapsible. As a result, the drape can be collapsed into planar package for storage. Upon being removed from the package, the basin portion of the drape can be expanded to conform to the walls of the basin of the piece of equipment over which the drape is deployed. 1. A drape for a surgical fluid thermal treatment system comprising:a flexible sheet having a basin portion and a side sheet portion connected to the basin portion,wherein the basin portion defines a bottom wall and a collapsible sidewall, the collapsible sidewall being configured to transform from a first configuration in which the basin portion is expanded such that the basin portion is configured to conform to a basin of the surgical fluid thermal treatment system to a second configuration in which the basin portion is collapsed and the flexible sheet is planar.2. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the basin portion is shape-indexed to the basin of the surgical fluid thermal treatment system.3. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the collapsible sidewall extends upwardly and outwardly from the bottom wall of the basin portion claim 1 , when in the first configuration claim 1 , such that the basin portion defines an open top surface of greater cross-sectional area than a cross-sectional area of the bottom wall.4. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the bottom wall is flat and the collapsible sidewall extending upwardly and outwardly from the bottom wall is curved claim 1 , when in the first ...

Stethoscope Protective Cover

A stethoscope protective cover for shielding a stethoscope head. The stethoscope protective cover is a sleeve with an open end and a closed end configured to fit closely around the diaphragm or bell of a stethoscope chest piece. The sleeve is made from an acoustically transmissive material, ensuring that the acoustical vibrations from a patient's body are minimally affected when the sleeve covers the chest piece. A first fastener and second fastener are placed toward the open end of the sleeve, with a slot between them that allows for the tubing of a stethoscope to extend therethrough. A tab is placed near the open end of the stethoscope protective cover to facilitate opening the sleeve and placing the stethoscope chest piece therein. 1) A stethoscope protective cover , comprising:an acoustically transmissive sleeve having an open proximal end, a closed distal end, a first side edge and a second side edge, defining an interior volume;a first fastener disposed toward the proximal end, extending perpendicularly from the first side edge toward a mid-section;a second fastener disposed toward the proximal end, extending perpendicularly from the second side edge toward the mid-section;wherein a slot is disposed between the first fastener and second fastener, the slot adapted for a tubing of a stethoscope to fit therein;a tab disposed on the proximal end and extending therefrom.2) The stethoscope protective cover of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve comprises a front wall and a rear wall.3) The stethoscope protective cover of claim 2 , wherein the tab is disposed on the front wall and a secondary tab is disposed on the rear wall.4) The stethoscope protective cover of wherein the tab is centrally positioned between the first edge and the second edge.5) The stethoscope protective cover of claim 1 , the tab further comprising an aperture adapted to have a support member inserted therethrough.6) The stethoscope protective cover of claim 3 , the tab and secondary tab further ...

Surgical Drape for Interventional Cardiology

A surgical drape for interventional cardiology, the surgical drape comprising: a substantially rectangular impervious layer, wherein the substantially rectangular impervious layer is configured to be draped over a patient; one or more absorbent layers attached on one side of the substantially rectangular impervious layer, wherein the one or more absorbent layers cover substantially the substantially rectangular impervious layer; one or more pedal access regions through the substantially rectangular impervious layer and the one or more absorbent layers; one or more femoral access regions through the substantially rectangular impervious layer and the one or more absorbent layers; and one or more radial access regions through the substantially rectangular impervious layer and the one or more absorbent layers. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Sterility barrier for surgical instrument table

The disclosure relates to a protective barrier for a surgical table containing a sterile field that may be used in a surgical facility to assist in maintaining the sterility of the sterile field. The sterile field may hold surgical instruments or equipment. The protective barrier may be efficiently stored, easily assembled by simply folding along various guides on the barrier, and enclosed one or three sides of the sterile field. 1. A device for providing a barrier to contaminants from entering a tray , the device comprising a rectangular sheet having:a front surface and a back surface;a top, bottom, left, and right edge;a width greater than its height and a nominal thickness;a first row of three rectangular panels along the top edge and occupying the top edge being upper left panel, upper mid panel, and upper right panel with a channel between upper left panel and upper mid panel and a channel between upper mid panel and upper right panel to facilitate folding the material along the channels, the upper mid panel having width equal to or greater than width of the tray;a second row of three rectangular panels along the bottom edge and occupying the bottom edge being lower left panel, lower mid panel, and lower right panel with a gap between lower left panel and lower mid panel and a gap between lower mid panel and lower right panel to facilitate folding the material along the channels;the width of lower mid panel is less than or equal to the width of the upper mid panel, the lower mid panel further comprising at least one adhesive patch positioned to be in contact with the tray;the first row and the second row occupying the height of the material; anda channel between the first row and the second row to facilitate folding the material.2. The device of further comprising a rectangular sheet of material joined to the top edge of the upper mid panel with a channel separating the rectangular sheet of material from the upper mid panel to facilitate folding the material ...

SURGICAL ISOLATION DRAPE

A surgical isolation drape comprises a medical-grade flexible container body including an inside surface, a first end that is normally open, thus defining a first mouth, and a second end opposite the first end that is normally open, thus defining a second mouth. The surgical isolation drape also includes a first closure mechanism to close the first mouth. For instance, the first closure mechanism can include a first channel inside of the container body proximate the first mouth. A first closure line passes through the first channel, such that access to the first closure line is provided from a position inside the container body. The surgical isolation drape still further includes a first locking mechanism that engages the first closure line, such that access to the first locking mechanism is provided from a position inside the body. 1. A surgical isolation drape comprising: an inside surface;', 'a first end that is normally open, thus defining a first mouth; and', 'a second end opposite the first end that is normally open, thus defining a second mouth;, 'a medical-grade flexible container body, the flexible container body having 'the container body defines a sleeve when the first mouth and the second mouth are each open; and', 'whereina first closure mechanism attached to the container body that is operable from a position inside the container body to open and close the first mouth, wherein the first closure mechanism is operated to restrict the maximum diameter of the first mouth so as to sealingly close around a tissue of interest and create an isolated surgical environment.2. The surgical isolation drape of further comprising:a first channel inside of the container body proximate the first mouth; anda first locking mechanism that engages the first closure mechanism, where access to the first locking mechanism is provided from a position inside the container body; the first closure mechanism comprises a first closure line;', 'the first locking mechanism is ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE APPARATUS

A surgical microscope apparatus has a discharge pump unit that is attached to a rear arm of a parallel linkage mechanism and is exposed to an outside. The discharge pump unit, therefore, is easy to remove from a stand body when repairing or maintaining the same. Namely, the repair or maintenance of the discharge pump unit is easy to carry out. The discharge pump unit is not present inside a horizontal arm, and therefore, never increases the weight of the horizontal arm. 1. A surgical microscope apparatus comprising:a stand body;a parallel linkage mechanism having parallel front and rear arms and installed on the stand body so that the parallel linkage mechanism tilts in front and rear directions around a rotary shaft arranged at an intermediate part of the front arm;a forwardly extending horizontal arm having a base end that defines an upper part of the parallel linkage mechanism;a surgical microscope supported at a front end of the horizontal arm, the horizontal arm having a hollow structure and being provided with an intake port at the front end of the horizontal arm and a connection port at the base end of the horizontal arm;a drape covering at least the surgical microscope and horizontal arm; anda discharge pump unit removably attached to one of the rear and front arms of the parallel linkage mechanism and provided with a suction pipe at an upper part of the discharge pump unit, the suction pipe being inserted into the connection port, and a discharge pipe at a lower part of the discharge pump unit, the discharge pipe having an outlet port at a lower end of the discharge pipe.2. The surgical microscope apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the discharge pump unit is attached to the rear arm of the parallel linkage mechanism.3. The surgical microscope apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a removable cover conceals the connection port at the base end of the horizontal arm.4. The surgical microscope apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a counterweight claim 1 , wherein the ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FOR AN ELECTROSURGICAL APPARATUS

An electrosurgical apparatus comprising an electrosurgical instrument for delivering RF energy and/or microwave frequency energy into biological tissue, an interference cable for conveying radiofrequency (RF) and/or microwave frequency energy between an electrosurgical generator and the electrosurgical instrument, wherein a sterile barrier sheath surrounds a connection interface between the instrument and interface cable. The sterile barrier sheath and instrument may be a sterilisable unit suitable for repeated use. 117-. (canceled)18. An electrosurgical apparatus comprising:an electrosurgical instrument for delivering RF energy and/or microwave frequency energy into biological tissue; andan interface cable for conveying radiofrequency (RF) and/or microwave frequency energy between an electrosurgical generator and the electrosurgical instrument, a connection interface that is cooperable with a terminal connector of the interface cable, and', 'a sterile barrier sheath surrounding the connection interface, the sterile barrier sheath being extendable over a portion of the interface cable to surround a connection between the connection interface and terminal connector., 'wherein the electrosurgical instrument comprises19. An electrosurgical apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein the sterile sheath has a first end secured to the electrosurgical instrument.20. An electrosurgical apparatus according to claim 19 , wherein the first end is secured to a collar that is detachably mounted on the electrosurgical instrument.21. An electrosurgical apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein the sterile barrier sheath is movable from a compressed configuration claim 18 , in which it defines an access opening for the connection interface claim 18 , to an extended configuration claim 18 , in which it extends to cover a length of the interface cable.22. An electrosurgical apparatus according to claim 21 , wherein the sterile barrier sheath comprises a length of tubing that is ...

Drape for Equipment Having Cylindrical or Other Non-Planar Contours

A drape () suitable for covering non-planar surfaces of equipment () is provided. The drape () facilitates quick and efficient deployment while ensuring that a sterile field established by a drape portion () is not compromised. The drape () can include a drape wrapping layer () wrapped about a drape portion () that is formed initially with two abutting elongated accordion fold stacks (). Non-sterile personnel () can handle the drape wrapping layer () to position the drape () along surfaces of the equipment () without touching the sterile drape portion (). Sterile personnel can then expand the abutting elongated accordion fold stacks () to drape the surfaces of the equipment (). 1. A drape configured to cover non-planar surfaces of equipment , the drape comprising:a drape wrapping layer having a wrapping layer length and wrapping layer width; anda drape portion comprising a bottom section linking two abutting elongated accordion fold stacks defining a stack width and a stack length;wherein the drape portion is disposed centrally along the drape wrapping layer; andwherein the stack width is less than the wrapping layer width and the stack length is less than the wrapping layer length.2. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the drape portion is pellucid and the drape wrapping layer is opaque.3. The drape of claim 2 , wherein the drape portion is manufactured from polyethylene.4. The drape of claim 2 , wherein the drape wrapping layer comprises a CSR wrap.5. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the drape portion comprises attachment devices coupled thereto at distal ends of the drape portion.6. The drape of claim 5 , wherein the attachment devices comprise portions of hook and loop fasteners.7. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the drape wrapping layer comprises indicators providing instruction in how to unfold the drape wrapping layer.8. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the drape wrapping layer comprises indicators indicating which portion of a folded drape wrapping layer is configured ...

MEDICAL PROCEDURE SHIELDING DEVICES AND GARMENTS

Shielding devices can be used during medical procedures. For example, this document describes drape-like devices that can be attached to an endoscope shaft, to a primary drape, or directly to the patient. The drape-like devices promote patient privacy during procedures that access the patient's body orifices. Garments are also described that promote patient privacy and patient protection during procedures, examinations, medical events like childbirth that involve access the patient's body orifices such as urogenital and anal orifices. 1. A modular medical privacy garment , comprising:a modular base garment with a waistband and two leg holes, the base garment defining an opening; anda modular component that is attachable to the base garment to cover the opening, the modular component defining one or more openings.2. The modular medical privacy garment of claim 1 , further comprising:an aseptic preparation kit that is integrated with the base garment; anda cleanup kit that is integrated with the base garment.3. The modular medical privacy garment of claim 1 , wherein the modular component is shaped like a box.4. The modular medical privacy garment of claim 3 , wherein a peripheral wall of the box is pleated to allow extension and retraction of the box.5. The modular medical privacy garment of claim 1 , wherein the opening is located in an anterior region of the base garment.6. The modular medical privacy garment of claim 1 , wherein the opening is located in a posterior region of the base garment.7. A shielding device adapted for use during a medical procedure claim 1 , the shielding device comprising:a shield body defining a proximal opening and a distal opening; andan attachment area coupled to the shield body near the distal opening, the attachment area configured for releasably attaching the shielding device to a drape or gown.8. The shielding device of claim 7 , wherein the shield body is conical or frustoconical.9. The shielding device of claim 7 , wherein the ...

UNIVERSAL C ARM TAPE DRAPE

A drape, such as but not limited to, a drape that can be used to cover a C arm of a medical device is provided. The drape includes material, at least one cuff and at least one adhesive strip. The material has a select property and has a select shape. The at least one cuff is formed along at least one edge of the material. The at least one cuff is configured to allow manipulation of the drape by a user. The at least one adhesive strip is configured to selectively adhere the drape to a surface to be covered by the drape. 1. A drape comprising:an impervious material layer having a first end and first and second sides;a starting pocket formed along the first end of the material layer, the starting pocket having a starting opening configured to allow at least one hand of a user to be received in the starting pocket to allow for an initial positioning of the material layer on a surface to be covered;a first side pocket formed along the first side of the material layer, the first side pocket having a first opening to allow a hand of the user to be received in the first side pocket;a second side pocket formed along the second side of the material layer, the second side pocket having a second opening to allow a hand of the user to be received in the second side pocket, wherein the first and second side pockets allow for the positioning of the material layer on the surface to be covered; anda plurality of adhesive strips configured to selectively adhere the drape to the surface to be covered by the drape.2. The drape of claim 1 , further comprising:tape portions to selectively retain portions of the material in a folded fashion while the material is applied to the surface to be covered to aid in the manipulation of the material and help maintain the material in a sterile condition.3. The drape of claim 1 , further comprising:indicia positioned on the material to direct at least one of proper unfolding of the material and proper handling of the material.4. The drape of claim 1 ...

Sterile Radiological Drape

Systems and methods for a sterile radiological drape designed to isolate the non-sterile portions of medical equipment used during surgery from the sterile zone adjacent to where medical procedures are performed are described. In one embodiment the flexible sterile drape enclosure may be incorporated into the patient drape allowing for protection and draping of both the patient and the medical equipment. In another embodiment the drape comprises a board with a hole formed therein and a sterile enclosure mounted thereto atop of a Mayo stand. This hole allows for the medical equipment to rotate into the sterile enclosure in close proximity with the sterile zone without contaminating it. The systems and methods provide advantages in that the sterile drape is easy to apply and may be moved multiple times during the surgery, which reduces the length of a medical procedure as well as the cost associated therewith. 1. A sterile imaging drape for use on a piece of medical equipment to preserve a sterile field of an operating theater comprising: a proximal end mounted to the operating table;', 'a distal end, opposite the proximal end;', 'an outer upper portion between the proximal and distal ends; and', an expanded configuration where the flexible enclosure encloses at least a portion of the piece of medical equipment; and', 'a collapsed configuration where the outer upper portion of the flexible enclosure is folded inwardly to substantially shield the outer upper portion from external contamination; and, 'an inner medical equipment shielding portion, opposite the outer upper portion wherein the flexible enclosure can repeatedly be moved between;'}], 'a flexible enclosure attached to an operating table includingat least one reusable enclosure fastener disposed adjacent at least one of said proximal and distal ends to secure the enclosure in the collapsed configuration.2. The sterile imaging drape of claim 1 , wherein the flexible enclosure further comprises:a patient drape ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR COUPLING A SURGICAL TOOL TO A TOOL DRIVER OF A ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM

Systems and methods are provided for coupling a robotic surgical tool with a tool driver of a robotic surgical system via a sterile barrier disposed between the tool and the tool driver. The sterile barrier can have a housing configured to accommodate proximal portions of a plurality of actuation members of the tool driver when the sterile barrier is coupled to the tool driver. The housing can have at least partially disposed within it substantially cylindrical, longitudinally expandable bellows, each being configured to encompass and mate with a proximal portion of a corresponding one of the plurality of actuation members. In some cases, the sterile barrier can have a plurality of sterile barrier couplers each having a first portion configured to engage with an actuation member of a tool driver, and a second portion configured to engage with a tool actuation member of a surgical tool. 1. A sterile barrier configured to be disposed between a tool driver and a surgical tool of a robotic surgical system to define a sterile side at which the surgical tool is disposed and a non-sterile side at which a portion of the tool driver is disposed , the sterile barrier comprising:a housing configured to accommodate proximal portions of a plurality of actuation members of a tool driver when the sterile barrier is coupled to the tool driver such that the actuation members extend proximally from the tool driver and at least partially through the sterile barrier; anda plurality of substantially cylindrical, longitudinally expandable bellows disposed at least partially within the housing and each configured to encompass and mate with the proximal portion of a corresponding one of the plurality of actuation members.2. The sterile barrier of claim 1 , wherein the bellows are formed from an elastomeric material.3. The sterile barrier of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the housing is substantially rigid.4. The sterile barrier of claim 1 , wherein each of the bellows comprises at ...

SIGNALING OF STERILE ADAPTER AND TOOL ATTACHMENT FOR USE IN A ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM

Generally, a system for use in a robotic surgical system may be used to determine an attachment state between a tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool of the system. The system may include sensors used to generate attachment data corresponding to the attachment state. The attachment state may be used to control operation of the tool driver and surgical tool. In some variations, one or more of the attachment states may be visually output to an operator using one or more of the tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool. In some variations, the tool driver and surgical tool may include electronic communication devices configured to be in close proximity when the surgical tool is attached to the sterile adapter and tool driver. 1. A system for use in a robotic surgical system , the system comprising:a tool driver configured to attach to a surgical tool via a sterile adapter, the tool driver comprising at least one sterile adapter sensor configured to generate a first sensor signal corresponding to a first attachment state between the tool driver and the sterile adapter, and at least one surgical tool sensor configured to generate a second sensor signal corresponding to a second attachment state between the tool driver and the surgical tool; and receive at least one of the first and second sensor signals from at least one of the sensors;', 'generate attachment data using at least one of the first and second sensor signals, the attachment data comprising at least one attachment state between the tool driver, the sterile adapter, and the surgical tool; and', 'control the tool driver using the attachment data., 'a controller coupled to the tool driver, the controller comprising a processor and a memory, and the controller configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to actuate an output drive of the tool driver when the attachment state comprises partial attachment between the sterile adapter and the tool driver or the surgical ...

SENSORS FOR DETECTING STERILE ADAPTER AND TOOL ATTACHMENT FOR USE IN A ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM

Generally, a system for use in a robotic surgical system may be used to determine an attachment state between a tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool of the system. The system may include sensors used to generate attachment data corresponding to the attachment state. The attachment state may be used to control operation of the tool driver and surgical tool. In some variations, one or more of the attachment states may be visually output to an operator using one or more of the tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool. In some variations, the tool driver and surgical tool may include electronic communication devices configured to be in close proximity when the surgical tool is attached to the sterile adapter and tool driver. 1. A robotic surgical system comprising: a first housing configured to attach to a surgical tool via a sterile adapter, the first housing comprising at least one projection extending from a surface of the first housing and configured to bias away from the surface, the projection comprising at least one first surgical tool sensor configured to generate a sensor signal comprising at least one attachment state between the tool driver and the surgical tool; and', 'at least one rotatable output drive supported by the first housing and configured to communicate torque to an input drive of the surgical tool through the sterile adapter., 'a tool driver comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first surgical tool sensor comprises a proximity sensor comprising a magnet coupled to a first end of the projection and a magnetic field transducer coupled to a second end of the projection.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projection is disposed between a pair of the rotatable output drives.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first housing comprises a plurality of the projections arranged in a bilaterally symmetrical arrangement.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projection comprises a compliant material.6. The system of claim 1 ...

STERILE ADAPTER WITH INTEGRATED WIRELESS INTERFACE FOR USE IN A ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM

Generally, a system for use in a robotic surgical system may be used to determine an attachment state between a tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool of the system. The system may include sensors used to generate attachment data corresponding to the attachment state. The attachment state may be used to control operation of the tool driver and surgical tool. In some variations, one or more of the attachment states may be visually output to an operator using one or more of the tool driver, sterile adapter, and surgical tool. In some variations, the tool driver and surgical tool may include electronic communication devices configured to be in close proximity when the surgical tool is attached to the sterile adapter and tool driver. 1. A robotic surgical system comprising: a first housing configured to attach to a surgical tool via a sterile adapter;', 'at least one output drive coupled to a corresponding rotatable output drive disk each supported by the first housing, the output drive configured to communicate torque to an input drive of the surgical tool through the sterile adapter; and', 'a first electronic communication device configured to wirelessly communicate with the surgical tool and disposed substantially in a plane of the output drive disk., 'a tool driver comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a second housing configured to couple to the sterile adapter, the second housing comprising a projection and a second electronic communication device configured to wirelessly communicate with the tool driver, the second electronic communication device disposed in the projection; and', 'an end effector extending from the second housing and operatively coupled to the input drive, wherein the input drive is supported by the second housing and configured to receive torque communicated from the output drive of the tool driver through the sterile adapter., 'the surgical tool comprises3. The system of claim 2 , wherein a frame configured to be interposed ...

Surgical Incise Drapes and Methods for Their Application

A surgical incise drape of the invention comprises: an essentially transparent or translucent extensible film having opposite first and second major surfaces and opposite first and second side edges; a pressure-sensitive adhesive adhered to at least a major portion of the first major surface of the extensible film; an extensible carrier removably adhered to the second major surface of the extensible film and extending past the first and second side edges of the extensible film to provide gripping portions for facilitating wrinkle-free application of the drape to a patient; and, optionally, a release liner adhered to the pressure-sensitive adhesive opposite the extensible film. Methods of applying such surgical incise drapes to a surgical site on a patient's body are also disclosed. 1. A surgical incise drape comprising:an essentially transparent or translucent extensible film having opposite first and second major surfaces and opposite first and second side edges;a pressure-sensitive adhesive adhered to at least a major portion of the first major surface of the extensible film;an extensible carrier removably adhered across the entire second major surface of the extensible film and extending past the first and second side edges of the extensible film to provide gripping portions for facilitating wrinkle-free application of the drape to a patient; andoptionally, a release liner adhered to the pressure-sensitive adhesive opposite the extensible film.2. The surgical incise drape of claim 1 , wherein the extensible carrier has a thickness of at least about 15 μm.3. The surgical incise drape of claim 1 , wherein the extensible carrier comprises a material having at least about 10% elongation when tested according to according to ASTM D412.4. The surgical incise drape of claim 1 , wherein the extensible carrier comprises a material having at least about 25% elongation when tested according to ASTM D412.5. The surgical incise drape of claim 1 , wherein the extensible ...

COUPLER FOR ENDOSCOPIC CAMERA

The present disclosure relates to an endotherapy camera coupler. The coupler may detachably couple an endotherapy eyepiece cap to a camera and may support a drape for covering the camera. In one example, the coupler comprises an optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member configured to be arranged in an optical path between the eyepiece cap and the camera, a base holding the optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member in the optical path, a receiving portion for the eyepiece cap, wherein the receiving portion comprises a base-side receiving portion configured to receive the eyepiece cap along an insertion path extending in one direction, and a liquid barrier provided in the receiving portion and configured for hindering or preventing liquid from entering between the eyepiece cap and the optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member when the eyepiece cap is coupled to the camera. Other examples of devices and methods of use are described. 1. A coupler for detachably coupling an endotherapy eyepiece cap to a camera and supporting a drape for covering the camera , the coupler comprising:an optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member configured to be arranged in an optical path between the eyepiece cap and the camera;a base configured to hold the optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member in the optical path;a receiving portion for the eyepiece cap, wherein the receiving portion comprises a base-side receiving portion configured to receive the eyepiece cap along an insertion path extending exclusively in one direction; anda liquid barrier provided in the receiving portion and configured to hinder or prevent liquid from entering between the eyepiece cap and the optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member when the eyepiece cap is coupled to the camera.2. The coupler according to claim 1 , wherein the optically transmissible and liquid impermeable member is an integral part of the base claim 1 , or the base has an ...

Coupler and surgical device with collar for covering a sterile flexible wrapper

A coupler () for the sterile coupling of a percutaneous surgical instrument to a rotational-driving tool (), extending along a coupling axis (A). The coupler () has a distal portion () configured to be connected removably to a percutaneous surgical instrument, a proximal portion () configured to be connected removably to a driving tool (), a central portion () arranged between the distal () and proximal () portions. The central portion has a bearing collar () extending transversely to the coupling axis (A) and configured to axially deform a distal end of a flexible wrapper () surrounding the driving tool () when the proximal portion () is connected to this driving tool ()/ The central portion also has a retaining collar () extending along the coupling axis (A) at least partially covering the proximal portion () so as to be able to keep the distal end of the sterile flexible wrapper () between the retaining collar () and the housing () of a driving tool () when the proximal portion () is connected to the driving tool (). 1. A coupler for the sterile coupling of a percutaneous surgical instrument to a rotational-driving tool , extending along a coupling axis , said coupler comprising:a distal portion configured to be connected removably to a percutaneous surgical instrument,a proximal portion configured to be connected removably to a driving tool, a bearing collar extending transversely to the coupling axis and configured to axially deform a distal end of an flexible wrapper surrounding the driving tool when the proximal portion is connected to this driving tool,', 'a retaining collar extending along the coupling axis at least partially covering the proximal portion so as to be able to keep the distal end of the sterile flexible wrapper between the retaining collar and the housing of a driving tool when the proximal portion is connected to the driving tool wherein the coupler forms a unit accessory in which the distal, proximal and central portions are secured to one ...

SURGICAL DRAPE WITH ACCOMODATIONS FOR IMAGING

A surgical drape is provided for use in combination with imaging equipment to allow use of the imaging equipment while keeping a surgical site sterile. The surgical drape includes a main sheet having an incise area and an opening below the incise area. An expandable pocket includes an interior that is in communication with the opening. The expandable pocket includes substantially trapezoid-shaped top and bottom panels with the longer ends of the trapezoids positioned opposite the opening to provide additional pocket material for accommodating the imaging equipment while keeping the opening to a reasonable size. 1. A surgical drape for use in combination with imaging equipment , the surgical drape comprising:a main sheet including a top edge, a bottom edge, and side edges extending between the top edge and the bottom edge;an incise area defined in a central area of the main sheet;an opening below the incise area; andan expandable pocket having an interior in communication with the opening.2. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the opening defines a width claim 1 , and wherein the expandable pocket includes a top panel that joins the main sheet along a top pocket edge and a bottom panel that joins the top panel along an apex edge claim 1 , and wherein the apex edge is longer than the width.3. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the expandable pocket includes first attachment members positioned along the apex edge claim 1 , and the main sheet includes second attachment members positioned above the top edge claim 1 , and wherein the first attachment members are securable to the second attachment members to secure the expandable pocket in a collapsed position substantially adjacent the main sheet.4. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the expandable pocket includes a substantially trapezoidal top panel claim 1 , a substantially trapezoidal bottom panel joined to the top panel along an apex edge claim 1 , and a pair of opposed substantially triangular side ...

IMAGING DRAPES, PACKAGING FOR DRAPES, METHODS OF USE OF IMAGING DRAPES, AND METHODS FOR DEPLOYING DRAPE

A drape for use with fluorescence-based imaging and white-light imaging includes a drape body. The drape body is configured to limit passage of electromagnetic radiation including light through the drape body to an interior imaging environment defined by the drape body such that electromagnetic radiation including ambient light within the interior imaging environment does not exceed a predetermined threshold. The drape also includes a connecting element permanently coupled to the drape body. The connecting element defines a hole in the drape body. The connecting element is configured to attach the drape to a portable, handheld imaging device. 1. A drape , comprising:a drape body, wherein the drape body is configured to limit passage of electromagnetic radiation through the drape body to an interior imaging environment defined by the drape body such that electromagnetic radiation within the interior imaging environment does not exceed a predetermined threshold; anda connecting element permanently coupled to the drape body and defining a hole in the drape body, the connecting element being configured to attach the drape to an imaging device.2. The drape of claim 1 , wherein an amount of electromagnetic radiation above the predetermined threshold is an amount of electromagnetic radiation known to interfere with fluorescence and white light imaging.3. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the connecting element further comprises at least one support structure positioned on an interior or an exterior surface of the drape.4. (canceled)5. The drape of claim 3 , wherein the at least one support structure is configured to support a portion of the drape body claim 3 , surrounding the connecting element claim 3 , when the drape is in a deployed configuration such that the portion of the drape extends in a planar fashion from the connecting element to a first shaping element of the drape.6. The drape of claim 3 , wherein the at least one support structure comprises a plurality of ...

FLUID COLLECTION APPARATUS

Fluid collection pouches and surgical drapes for use in surgical procedures are described. The described fluid collection pouches can be configured in some cases to define a region of greater depth of the pouch beneath a patient's limb extending through the pouch on the lateral side of the limb than on the medial side. In some cases, the fluid collection pouches can be configured to define an upper surface with a region that extends at a greater height above a patient's limb extending through the pouch on the lateral side of the limb than on the medial side. 1. (canceled)2. A surgical drape for arthroscopy knee surgery , comprising:a drape formed of a flexible material, the drape having proximal portion containing a first opening and a distal portion containing a second opening, and wherein said first and second openings are suitable for permitting passage of a human leg there through, and wherein the proximal portion is configured to fit about a portion of a human leg above the knee, and the distal portion is configured to fit about a portion of a human leg below the knee; anda support element supporting the drape to define a pouch when the drape is installed around a patient's leg, and extending both and above and below the patient's knee, wherein the pouch is asymmetrical relative to the patient's leg, with the portion of the pouch on the lateral side of the leg having a greater depth than the portion of the pouch on the medial side of the leg.3. The surgical drape of claim 2 , wherein the support element supports an upper perimeter of the surgical drape to define the pouch.4. The surgical drape of claim 3 , wherein the upper perimeter of the surgical drape is asymmetrical between the lateral and medial sides of the patient's leg claim 3 , with the upper perimeter having a greater dimension to the lateral side of the patient's leg than to the medial side of the patient's leg.5. The surgical drape of claim 4 , wherein the upper perimeter defines a generally ...

SURGICAL POSITIONING SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE

A surgical positioning system is provided that includes a dimensioned grid having a plurality of dimensioned radio-opaque lines corresponding to surgical variables and a substrate connected to or integral with the grid. This system is used to obtain subject specific data from an image of a subject obtained during a surgical procedure by following the steps of: providing a grid having a plurality of dimensioned radio-opaque lines relating to surgical variables; placing the subject on a substrate; and obtaining subject specific data from an image of said subject. This invention relates to an apparatus made of a grid having a plurality of dimensioned radio-opaque lines relating to surgical variables and a sealable container sized to receive the dimensioned grid. 1. An intra-operative surgical positioning system comprising:a movable dimensioned grid having a plurality of dimensioned radio-opaque patterns corresponding to a plurality of surgical variables and a substrate connected to or integral with the movable dimensioned grid to facilitate movement of the dimensioned grid during a medical procedure; and an image of the movable dimensioned grid providing coordinate data of an object being imaged, wherein said substrate is attached to a mobile imaging device.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an indicator of a position of the mobile imaging device configured to provide the position of the mobile imaging device.3. The system of wherein said image is processed to obtain a current and a desired positioning coordinate data of the object being imaged.4. The system of further comprising a digital display of the coordinate data of the object.5. The system of further comprising a correction of the image for distortion.6. The system of wherein said indicator of the position of the imaging device is a navigational mat providing at least one navigational dimensioned grid pattern associated with the position of the mobile imaging device.7. The system of further ...

Sterile Imaging Protective System

Systems and methods for a sterile imaging protective system are described. The system preferably includes a first flexible drape with a cavity configured to surround an imaging intensifier and a second drape that is attached to an operating table or patient drape. The second drape has a proximal portion, a distal portion, a pocket therebetween with a top sterile portion and a lower portion, and a plurality of reusable fasteners that allows the second drape to be repeatedly moved from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration. When in the expanded configuration, the second drape is releasably attached to the first drape. The system may also include a third drape located on the opposite side of the operating table as the second drape. The drapes preferably allow sterility to be maintained during movement of the c-arm imaging system. 1. A sterile imaging protective system comprising:a first flexible drape with a cavity configured to surround an imaging intensifier associated with a c-arm imaging system; and a proximal portion,', 'a distal portion located opposite the proximal portion,', 'a pocket disposed between the proximal portion and the distal portion,', 'a top sterile portion extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion,', 'a lower portion extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion, and', 'a plurality of reusable fasteners located on the proximal portion and the distal portion, the plurality of reusable fasteners on the distal portion configured to be releasably attached to the first flexible drape when in an expanded configuration;, 'a second drape comprising a flexible enclosure withthe second drape configured to be repeatedly expanded and collapsed to take one of the expanded configuration or a collapsed configuration,where sterility is maintained about the imaging intensifier as the c-arm imaging system is rotated.2. The sterile imaging protective system of wherein the first flexible drape is a bag that is pulled down ...

Dental Curing Light Sleeve

A dental curing light sleeve with a closed distal end, an open proximal end, and an elongated tubular structure with at least three different sections of varying circumferences is disclosed. The sleeve may be created by heat sealing at least two sheets of an impermeable polymeric material. Three sheets of impermeable polymeric material may be used to create the sleeve, with the two outer sheets being substantially the same length and dimensions and the third sheet of a shorter length placed between the two outer sheets. This provides the sleeve with added strength along the majority of the sleeve while still having minimal obstruction of the curing light, which may occur when additional sheets of material are included. Additionally, the sleeve may have a ring section located at the open proximal end, which allows a user to grip the sleeve and apply it to the dental curing light.

Blood Pressure Cuff Cover with Rip-Away Liners.

A cover for a blood pressure cuff is disclosed. A base portion with tabs removably attaches to the blood pressure cuff. The base portion has attached to it a stack of sheets. The stack features multiple sheets of thin material where each sheet can be ripped off the stack after the blood pressure cuff has been used to take a patient's blood pressure. Sequential numbers on each sheet allow for tracking of use patterns. 1. A cover for a blood pressure cuff comprisinga stack of sheets and a base,where the base comprises a flat portion of thin material, where the flat portion comprises a front, a back, and two side portions, and at least two tab portions, where the at least two tab portions comprise a section of thin material that extends laterally away from the side portions, where there is at least one tab on each of the two side portions, and where the at least two tab portions can be folded back on themselves of the edges of a blood pressure cuff to removably secure the blood pressure cuff cover to the blood pressure cuff;where the stack of sheets comprises a plurality of thin, film members, where the stack of sheets additionally comprises a bottom sheet and an uppermost sheet, and a plurality of middle sheets, where the bottom sheet is attached to the flat portion of the base, and each of the middle sheets and the uppermost sheet is at least partially attached to the adjacent sheets, and each sheet in the stack of sheets can be easily detached from the stack of sheets;whereby the uppermost sheet can be used to effectively protect a patient's arm from germs contained on the blood pressure cuff, and effectively prevent any germs on the patient's arm from contamination by the blood pressure cuff, then a clinician can easily and quickly remove the uppermost sheet from the stack, dispose of the uppermost sheet, and have a next sheet of the middle sheets be exposed as a new uppermost sheet, ready to protect the arm of the next patient.2. The cover of claim 1 , wherein the ...

SURGICAL SLEEVES FOR SPECULUMS OR RETRACTORS AND A METHOD OF USING THE SAME

A speculum drape for use in ophthalmic procedures. The speculum drape has at least a first sleeve made of surgical drape material and being is to envelop at least a first retaining portion of a speculum or retractor. The sleeve is an elongate hollow structure with first and second open ends through which at least the first retaining portion is insertable. The sleeve is adapted and arranged such that, with the first retaining portion of the speculum or retractor inserted into the sleeve and with the speculum or retractor in an operating position with the respective retaining portions of the speculum or retractor engaged with opposite edges of an eyelid of a patient, the sleeve (i) envelops the inserted first retaining portion (ii) is maintained in a disposition between the inserted retaining portion and the eyelid of the patient solely by compressive force and (iii) covers an eyelash of the patient. 114-. (canceled)16. The article according to claim 15 , wherein the first sleeve portion and the second sleeve portion are maintained in the disposition solely by compressive force.17. The article according to claim 16 , wherein the opening is in the connecting portion.18. The article according to claim 15 , wherein the opening is at an end of the first sleeve portion or the second sleeve portion opposite the base portion of the first sleeve portion or the second sleeve portion.19. The article according to claim 18 , wherein the article further comprises a flat drape portion connected to the first sleeve portion claim 18 , the second sleeve portion and the connecting portion respectively.20. The article according to claim 19 , wherein the drape portion comprises adhesive along a periphery thereof.21. The article according to claim 20 , wherein the article comprises a peel back strip covering the adhesive.22. The article according to claim 15 , wherein each of the first and second sleeve portions comprises a tubular claim 15 , teardrop or indented tubular or teardrop shape ...

Sterile Screen Protector

A sterile screen protector includes a frame that may be removably coupled to a touch screen in a surgical environment. A sheet is coupled to the frame. The sheet covers the touch screen when the frame is coupled to the touch screen. Thus, a sterilized user may manipulate the touch screen without comprising sterility of the sterilized user. An adhesive layer is coupled to the frame. The adhesive layer adhesively engages the touch screen thereby facilitating the frame to be removably retained on the touch screen. 1. A sterile screen protector assembly configured to cover a touch screen in a surgical environment , said assembly comprising:a frame being configured to be removably coupled to a touch screen in a surgical environment;a sheet being coupled to said frame wherein said sheet is configured to cover the touch screen when said frame is coupled to the touch screen thereby facilitating a sterilized user to manipulate the touch screen without comprising sterility of the sterilized user; andan adhesive layer being coupled to said frame wherein said adhesive layer is configured to adhesively engage the touch screen thereby facilitating said frame to be removably retained on the touch screen.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said frame has a pair of lateral arms extending between a pair of longitudinal arms claim 1 , said lateral arms being spaced apart from each other such that said frame has an open rectangular shape claim 1 , said frame having an inwardly facing edge claim 1 , an outwardly facing edge and a rear surface claim 1 , said inwardly facing edge having a slot extending toward said outwardly facing edge claim 1 , said slot being coextensive with said frame.3. The assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said outwardly facing edge has a tab extending outwardly therefrom wherein said tab is configured to be gripped thereby facilitating said frame to be removed from the touch screen claim 2 , said frame being colored wherein said frame is ...

Surgical Drape

Disclosed is a surgical drape configured to selectively allow or block a patient's view of the surgical field, as is desired in Caesarean section operations. Generally, the drape includes a main sheet, a substantially transparent sheet attached to the main sheet proximal the patient's head, and a substantially opaque screen attached to the patient-facing side of the substantially transparent sheet. This substantially opaque screen occludes the patient's visual access through the substantially transparent sheet but may be at least partially removed to permit the patient viewing access through the substantially transparent sheet towards the area of the surgery, without compromising the sterility of the surgical field. Desirably, the drape is provided with an adhesive strip disposed on the sheet or screen to permit reconnection to thereby again occlude the patient's view through the sheet.

GUIDANCE DEVICE FOR ULTRASONOGRAPHY GUIDED DEVICE PLACEMENT

A guidance device for ultrasonographic guidance of percutaneous placement of an intravascular introducer in a subject adapted for placement against the body of the subject essentially at a desired percutaneous insertion site is disclosed. A directing member is oriented such that the trocar or introducer received in the directing member provides for insertion of the trocar or introducer along a first axis. The guidance device is adapted to receive and releasably hold an ultrasonographic imaging probe such that a first axis of the directing member is positioned in a plane that is essentially perpendicular to and transversely crossing the imaging plane, and the directing member is coupled to the guidance device via an attachment member such that the directing member is configured to be movable only in the plane that is essentially perpendicular to the imaging plane. 117-. (canceled)18. A guidance device for ultrasonographic guidance of percutaneous placement of a trocar or an introducer in a subject ,said guidance device being adapted for placement against the body of the subject essentially at a desired percutaneous insertion site for said trocar or introducer, andwherein said guidance device comprises a directing member configured to receive a trocar or an introducer for percutaneous insertion of said trocar or introducer into a blood vessel of a subject,wherein said directing member is oriented such that said trocar or introducer received in said directing member provides for insertion of said trocar or introducer along a first axis A,said guidance device being adapted to receive and releasably hold an ultrasonographic imaging probe to obtain an image having an imaging plane being a first plane,wherein said guidance device is arranged to hold said ultrasonographic imaging probe such that said first axis A of said directing member is positioned in a second plane that is essentially perpendicular to and transversely crossing said first plane, andsaid directing member ...

MEDICAL DRAPE

A medical drape is disclosed. The drape comprises a base drape portion and an insert drape portion removably attached to the base drape portion. A plurality of independently configured insert drape portions may be used, each insert being configured differently for a different procedure. The base drape portion may be made of environmentally friendly biodegradable material. 1. A medical drape comprising:a base drape portion having a front side, a back side, and a perimeter comprising a first side edge, a second side edge, a top edge, and a bottom edge, the first side edge and the second side edge being positioned opposite one another, the top edge and the bottom edge being positioned opposite one another, the base drape portion defining perforations such that the perforations separate the base drape portion into a first base drape portion and a second base drape portion, the second base drape portion surrounding the first base drape portion; andan insert drape portion removably attached to the base drape portion, the insert drape portion having a perimeter and a procedure access area disposed within the perimeter; anda securement element selectively attaching the base drape portion to the insert drape portion,wherein the perimeter of the base drape portion is larger than the perimeter of the insert drape portion.2. (canceled)3. The drape of wherein the securement element is an adhesive.4. The drape of wherein the securement element is a hook and loop fastener.5. The drape of wherein the first base drape portion defines a void claim 1 , the void having a perimeter comprising a first edge.6. The drape of wherein the insert drape portion covers the void of the first base drape portion.7. The drape of wherein the insert drape portion extends beyond the first edge of the void such that the insert drape portion overlaps the first base drape portion at least along the first edge of the void.8. The drape of wherein the perimeter of the insert drape portion extends beyond the ...

PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A PART OF A MEDICAL DEVICE

A protective device () provides a protective cover for a part () of a medical device and includes a flexible part () and with a rigid part (). The rigid part () has at least one locking element (). The locking element () is lockingly connectable to a counterpiece of the corresponding part () of the medical device. 1. A protective device for a handle of a medical device , the protective device comprising:a first, flexible part; anda second, rigid part, wherein the flexible part covers at least a grip area of the handle with the protective device arranged on the handle, and wherein the rigid part detachably meshes with a base area of the handle and the rigid part comprises at least one locking element for detachable fixation to the base area.2. A protective device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid part further comprises a thread or rigid part section claim 1 , which said thread or rigid part section is configured for interaction with a thread or with a base area section in the base area.3. A protective device in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the rigid part further comprises turning assistance.4. A protective device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid part further comprises an unlocking device at the rigid part claim 1 , which said unlocking device is configured for detaching the locking element from a fixation in the base area of the handle.5. A protective device in accordance with claim 4 , wherein the rigid part further comprises at least one predetermined breaking associated in space with the unlocking device at the rigid part.6. A protective device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid part is configured as a rigid claim 1 , plate-shaped rigid part.7. A protective device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid part is configured as a clamp connected to the flexible part at least in partial areas.8. A protective device in accordance with claim 7 , wherein the rigid part is configured as a clamp and comprises at least one ...

Femoral drape

A sterile femoral drape intended to be placed over a surgical patient lying on an operating table to isolate the patient during the surgical procedure, the drape comprising a top sheet of bio-impermeable material of a length and width greater than a conventional operating table such that the top sheet fully encompasses the patient and drapes over the lateral side edges and the bottom (foot) edge of the table. Femoral access holes located proximate to the patient's groin are provided to allow access to the patient's femoral artery during heart catheterizations or other surgical procedures. The drape comprises left and right arm pockets formed underneath the bio-impermeable sheet into which the patient's respective left and right arms are inserted. The patient's arms being positioned within and supported within the arm pockets, fully isolates the patient's arms and hands from the femoral access site, thereby assuring that the patient's hands do not contaminate the femoral access site.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF STEERABLE ELONGATE DEVICE

A drape for an input control console of an elongate device may comprise a main drape section configured to fit over the input control console via a main opening at one end of the main drape section. The drape may also comprise a plurality of pockets. Each of the plurality of pockets may include a pocket opening that is attached to a respective secondary opening in the main drape section. Each of the plurality of pockets may be configured to be anchored, at the pocket opening, to a side surface of a respective raised ring or bezel on the input control console using a respective tightening element. 131-. (canceled)32. A drape for an input control console of an elongate device , the drape comprising:a main drape section configured to fit over the input control console via a main opening at one end of the main drape section; anda plurality of pockets; each of the plurality of pockets includes a pocket opening that is attached to a respective secondary opening in the main drape section; and', 'each of the plurality of pockets is configured to be anchored, at the pocket opening, to a side surface of a respective raised ring or bezel on the input control console using a respective tightening element., 'wherein33. The drape of claim 32 , wherein each of the plurality of pockets is sized to enable user interaction with an underlying infinite length of travel control input located within a boundary of the respective raised ring or bezel.34. The drape of claim 32 , wherein each of the plurality of pockets comprises excess drape material which is movable relative to the respective raised ring or bezel to which it is anchored.35. The drape of claim 32 , wherein each of the plurality of pockets is stretchable at its pocket opening between an expanded size and a collapsed size and wherein the collapsed size is smaller than a circumference of the respective raised ring or bezel to which the pocket is anchored.36. The drape of claim 32 , wherein a first material of the main drape ...

EVOKED RESPONSE PROBE AND METHOD OF USE

The disclosure relates to a surgical cranial drape, probe for mapping brain of a subject and their methods of use. Specifically, the disclosure relates to a sterile surgical cranial drape embedded with electrodes; an system for mapping physiologically functional brain regions using evoked electrophysiological responses in a first and a second region; and their methods of use in combination or separately. 1. A therapeutic effect assessment system , comprising:a. a probe shaped and sized to be inserted into a brain of a subject, having a proximal end and a distal end and a longitudinal axis, the probe comprising a plurality of contacts operably coupled thereto, disposed along the longitudinal axis, wherein said probe is selectively operable for stimulating an electrophysiological evoked responses;b. at least one electrode configured to record readings of evoked responses caused by said stimulating;andc. an analysis module electrically connected to said probe and to said at least one electrode, wherein said analysis module is configured to transform or reduce certain parameters from the recorded readings of evoked responses in order to identify a threshold of brain stimulation that produces a therapeutic effect.2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said certain parameters comprise one or more of RMS claim 1 , Normalized RMS claim 1 , power density of different frequency bands claim 1 , firing rates claim 1 , and inter spike intervals.3. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said system is operative for providing segmentation of the brain into a plurality of physiologically active brain regions based on signals recorded by said at least one electrode.4. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one electrode is positioned on said first probe.5. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one electrode is configured to be placed near muscles or inserted into muscles of said subject.6. A system according to claim 5 , wherein said at least one ...

MEDICAL ROBOT COVER

A medical robot cover covers an external surface of a medical robot including: a main unit that stands on a base; and an arm member attached to one end of the main unit in a swingable or extensible manner. The medical robot cover includes: an attaching portion to be wound around at least one of the main unit and the arm member, on an inner circumferential surface of the cover facing the external surface of the medical robot. Therefore, the medical robot cover can be easily placed on the medical robot. Further, the medical robot cover can be restricted from being damaged due to extension or swinging of the arm member, and can be restricted from inhibiting the action of the arm member. 1. A medical robot cover that covers an external surface of a medical robot , the medical robot including: a main unit that stands on a base; and an arm member attached to one end of the main unit in a swingable or extensible manner , the medical robot cover comprising:an attaching portion to be wound around at least one of the main unit and the arm member, on an inner circumferential surface of the cover facing the external surface of the medical robot.2. The medical robot cover according to claim 1 , further comprising:a body part that covers the main unit; andan arm part that covers the arm member.3. The medical robot cover according to claim 2 , wherein a first attaching portion attached to an inner circumferential surface of the body part facing the main unit; and', 'a second attaching portion to be wound around the arm part together with the arm member on the external surface of the arm part., 'the attaching portion includes4. The medical robot cover according to claim 2 , whereinthe body part has a motion space allowing extension/contraction or swing of the arm member.5. The medical robot cover according to claim 2 , whereinthe arm part has a fastening portion that fastens the arm part to the arm member. This application is based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2014-192992 ...

SURGICAL DRAPING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A surgical drape includes a seal connectable with a selected surface of a body to define a sterile region that includes access to at least two surgical approaches. A sleeve is connected with the seal and a draping is disposed with the body. The sleeve defines a cavity in communication with the region. Surgical instruments, systems and methods are disclosed. 1. A surgical drape comprising:a seal connectable with a selected surface of a body to define a sterile region that includes access to at least two surgical approaches; anda sleeve connected with the seal and a draping disposed with the body, the sleeve defining a cavity in communication with the region.2. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal includes a gasket.3. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal includes liquid silicone rubber.4. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal includes an adhesive strip.5. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal is malleable to a selected configuration.6. A surgical drape as recited in claim 5 , wherein the selected configuration includes an oval.7. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body includes an incision disposed within the region and the seal and the sleeve define a surgical boundary disposed about the incision.8. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least two surgical approaches includes a prone access and a lateral access.9. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the sleeve includes a movable tube.10. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the sleeve and the seal are monolithically formed.11. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal is directly connected to the selected surface.12. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the seal is fixed with the selected surface and rotatable therewith.13. A surgical drape as recited in claim 1 , wherein the draping includes a single over drape.14. A surgical drape as recited in ...

CAMERA DRAPE

A camera drape that allows easy connection between a camera and an endoscope is provided. The camera drape for covering a camera to which an endoscope is connected includes a cylindrical camera drape film having, in the following order from one end to the other end thereof, a main body portion; and a distal end portion for holding and accommodating the camera, the distal end portion having a smaller inside diameter than the main body portion. 16-. (canceled)7. A camera drape for covering a camera to which an endoscope is to be connected , comprising a cylindrical camera drape film having , in the following order from one end to the other end thereof ,a main body portion, anda distal end portion that is configured to hold and accommodate the camera therein and that has a smaller inside diameter than the main body portion,wherein the camera drape film further includes a guide portion between the main body portion and the distal end portion, the guide portion having an inside diameter that decreases in a direction from said one end to said the other end of the camera drape film.8. The camera drape according to claim 7 ,wherein the camera includes a camera body, a camera code, and a connecter portion connecting the camera body and the camera code, andwherein the distal end portion forms an angle with the guide portion, said angle being generally the same as that formed by the camera body and the connecter portion.9. The camera drape according to claim 7 ,{'sup': '2', 'wherein the camera drape film has a water vapor permeability of 1000 g/(m·24 h) or greater when measured at 40° C. and 90% RH by a humidity sensor method according to JIS 1(7129: 2008.'}10. The camera drape according to claim 7 ,further comprising a connecting member that allows connection between the endoscope and the camera.11. The camera drape according to claim 7 ,further comprising a receptacle for accommodating the camera drape film.12. The camera drape according to claim 7 , wherein the distal end ...

Zip Strip Draping System and Methods of Manufacturing Same

A medical drape has a tool-less removal feature and includes a drape material, a drape cut, an adhesive tape strip, and a scoreline. The drape material has a top side, a back side, and at least one exterior edge. The drape cut has a starting point at the exterior edge and extends completely through the thickness of the drape material. The adhesive tape strip is positioned along the length of the drape cut to overlap at least a portion of the drape material on both sides of the drape cut to initially secure the two adjoining cut edges to each other. The scoreline extends along the length of the adhesive tape strip and only partially through the thickness of the adhesive tape strip to permit easy tearing of the adhesive tape strip for separation of the two adjoining cut edges.

Surgical drape with separable elements

The present disclosure relates to a surgical drape to be used in conjunction with a surgical procedure, and more specifically to a surgical drape that includes one or more of the following: (1) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device; (2) a patient drape for use with a standalone non-draped image acquisition device with image guidance navigation technology; (3) the means to provide temporary sterile coverage of an underlying sterile field; (4) the means to provide sterile separation of at least a portion, if not the entire temporary sterile coverage; and (5) the means to provide covering of the undersurface of the operating surface and enclosing any suspended medical devices, wires, cables, tubes, etc. 1. A surgical drape , comprising:an area defined by a predetermined length and a predetermined width;a selectively separable portion extending along a substantial portion of at least one of the predetermined length, the selectively separable portion intersecting a lateral point proximal to a midpoint of the predetermined width; anda first peripheral edge at a first terminus of the predetermined width and a second peripheral edge at a second terminus of the predetermined width, each of the first and second peripheral edges comprising a bifurcated edge having a superior portion and an inferior portion,wherein the bifurcated edges are adapted to contact each other in a double-overlap manner to create four distinct layers, andwherein at least a portion of the area is substantially transmissive to a radiographic signal.2. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the lateral point proximal to the midpoint of the predetermined width is within a middle third of the predetermined width.3. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the lateral point proximal to the midpoint of the predetermined width is a point equidistant from the first peripheral edge and the second peripheral edge.4. The surgical drape of claim 1 , wherein the selectively ...

STERILE COVERING FOR AN OPTICAL DEVICE

A sterile covering for an optical device comprises a window element and a shell. The shell is attached to the window element, the shell having an opening closed by the window element. A system comprises an optical device and a sterile covering. 1. A sterile covering for an optical device wherein the sterile covering comprises a window element and a shell , wherein the shell is attached to the window element , and wherein the shell has an opening closed by the window element.2. The sterile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the shell has an edge region claim 1 , wherein the edge region is mounted on the window element.3. The sterile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the shell and the window element are connectable by an adhesive or by a welded connection.4. The sterile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the window element is disposed with a sterile side claim 1 , and wherein the shell is attached to the sterile side.5. The sterile covering according to claim 2 , wherein the edge region is arranged at least partially not directly adjacently to edges of the window element.6. The sterile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the window element comprises a first layer and a second layer.7. The sterile covering according to claim 6 , wherein one of the first or second layers comprises a corresponding opening.8. The sterile covering according to claim 6 , wherein the first and second layer are joined together by an adhesive bond.9. The sterile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the window element is printed on at least one side.10. A system comprising an optical device and a sterile covering for an optical device claim 1 , wherein the sterile covering comprises a window element and a shell claim 1 , wherein the shell is attached to the window element claim 1 , and wherein the shell has an opening closed by the window element.11. The system according to claim 10 , wherein the window element is arranged above a measuring element of the optical device. ...

MEDICAL BANDAGE WITH SUPPORT AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

A medical bandage includes a bandage substrate having a portion designated to receive and underlie an arm of a patient as a non-sterile area. A flap attached longitudinally along one edge of the non-sterile area of the bandage substrate is positionable in: (i) an open position for insertion of the arm; and (ii) a closed position over top of the arm of the patient. The flap has an opening that exposes at least a forearm portion as a sterilizable area of the arm of the patient for therapeutic or diagnostic access to a blood vein. An inner adhesive layer is attached to an inner surface of the flap around the opening to releasably adhere to the arm of the patient. An access panel is sized to cover the opening. An outer adhesive layer attached to an outer surface releasably adheres to an outer annular area of the access panel.

Disposable Stethoscope Cover

The device of the present invention is a disposable stethoscope cover for an acoustic stethoscope having a single-sided or dual-sided chest piece with two diaphragm ends or a diaphragm end and a bell end. The device has a semi-rigid single piece or multiple piece cover having semi-rigid snap-fit or pressure fit cover elements that fit over the diaphragm and/or bell ends of the stethoscope. In a two sided configuration of the device it has a first and second ends connected by a tether flap. The diaphragm cover elements have an ascending skirt about a majority of said perimeter edge for receiving and securing the semi-rigid flat surface cover element parallel to the diaphragm of the stethoscope and a U-shaped circular ring end to be received and secured to the bell end of the stethoscope. 1. A stethoscope cover for an acoustic stethoscope with a dual-sided chest piece having a diaphragm end and a bell end comprising:a semi-rigid single piece cover having a first end that affixes to said diaphragm end and a second end that affixes to said bell end, wherein said first end and said second end are connected by a tether flap; wherein said first end having a flat surface and a perimeter edge, wherein said perimeter edge having an ascending skirt about a majority of said perimeter edge, wherein said ascending skirt receives said first end securing said flat surface of said first end parallel to said diaphragm of said stethoscope and wherein said second end having a U-shaped circular ring able to receive said second end and encompassing a majority of said second end and securing said U-shaped circular ring to said second end.2. The stethoscope cover according to claim 1 , wherein said cover is disposable.3. A stethoscope cover for an acoustic stethoscope with a dual-sided chest piece having a first diaphragm end and a second diaphragm end comprising:a semi-rigid single piece cover having a first end that affixes to said first diaphragm end and a second end that affixes to ...

STERILE ADAPTER

A sterile adapter for arrangement between a sterilizable endoscope and a camera head with a distal end attachable to the endoscope, and a proximal end attachable to the camera head, wherein the sterile adapter has a tube with a longitudinal axis, with a longitudinal portion having an internal diameter reduced in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and which forms a central opening which is dimensioned such that, while a free propagation of light is possible between the endoscope and the camera head along the longitudinal axis, it is nonetheless made difficult to reach through an interior of the sterile adapter enclosed by the tube. 1A sterile adapter for arrangement between a sterilizable endoscope and a camera head , comprising a distal end which is attachable to the endoscope , and a proximal end which is attachable to the camera head , wherein the sterile adapter has a tube with a longitudinal axis , wherein a longitudinal portion of the tube has an internal diameter which is reduced in a cross-sectional plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and which forms a central opening which is dimensioned such that , while a free propagation of light is possible between the endoscope and the camera head along the longitudinal axis , it is nonetheless made difficult to reach through an interior of the sterile adapter enclosed by the tube , wherein the central opening of the longitudinal portion has an internal diameter of at most 10 mm , and wherein the tube has an internal diameter of less than 30 mm at its distal end , and a distance of the central opening from the distal end of the tube is greater than half an internal diameter of the tube at the distal end thereof.2. The sterile adapter as claimed in claim 1 , in which the central opening of the longitudinal portion has an internal diameter of between 1 mm and 10 mm claim 1 , in particular of between 4 mm and 8 mm.3. The sterile adapter as claimed in claim 1 , in which the tube has claim 1 , in the ...

SURGICAL DRAPING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING SAME

A surgical draping system includes an under-draping, an over-draping, and a connecting draping connected by the under-draping and the over-draping. The surgical draping system is used to establish and maintain a surgical corridor to a surgical site or sites on a patient supported by a surgical table. The surgical draping system can accommodate rotation of the patient on the surgical table, such that the sterile surgical corridor is maintained even during such rotation. The sterile surgical corridor extends through an aperture formed in the over-draping, through an enclosed passageway formed through the connecting draping, and through an aperture formed in the under-draping. 1. A surgical draping system for providing a sterile surgical corridor to at least two surgical sites on a patient during articulation of a surgical table positioned on an operating room floor and supporting the patient , the surgical draping system comprising:an under-draping adapted to be positioned on the patient, a portion of the under-draping adapted to be maintained in a substantially static position with respect to the patient, the portion of the under-draping including a first aperture therethrough, the first aperture being sized and adapted to afford access to the at least two surgical sites on the patient;an over-draping adapted for positioning over and separated from the under-draping and the patient, the over-draping adapted to be maintained in a substantially static position above the patient, the over-draping including a second aperture therethrough, the second aperture being sized and adapted to afford access to the at least two surgical sites on the patient;a connecting draping adapted for attachment between the under-draping and the over-draping, the connecting draping being expandable and contractible between a first position and a second position, the connecting draping including a first end, a second end, a third aperture formed at the first end, a fourth aperture formed at ...

MEDICAL TABLE AND SURGICAL DRAPE FOR USE IN SURGICAL PROCEDURES

A surgical drape is disclosed herein that is to be used for medical procedures in order to ensure sterile portions are not contaminated. The surgical drape can be configured to be placed around a surgical site where an operative procedure is to be conducted. The surgical drape includes a u-shaped opening, at least one sleeve, and at least one flap on its proximal end. The at least one sleeve and the at least one flap extend outwardly from a top surface of the drape. The at least one flap includes adhesive components on one side that allow the at least one flap to be folded back on to itself to provide additional protective harder from contamination. 1. A drape for use in a surgical procedure , comprising:a top surface and an opposite bottom surface, the bottom surface configured to contact a first user, the top surface configured to engage with a second user, the top surface and the bottom surface extending between a proximal end and a distal end of the drape;at least one sleeve extending perpendicularly from the top surface, the at least one sleeve including an opening extending from the bottom surface to an interior of the at least sleeve; andat least one flap extending perpendicularly from the top surface, the at least one flap configured to form a barrier by wrapping around a first device and the at least one sleeve.2. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the opening of the at least one sleeve is configured to receive a second device claim 1 , the second device is configured to engage with the first device prior to the at least one flap is configured to form the barrier.3. The drape of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sleeve includes at least one projection claim 1 , the first projection extends from a base of the at least one sleeve to a first free end claim 1 , the first free end is configured to be engaged by the second user for maneuvering the at least one sleeve over a second device.4. The drape of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,the at least one sleeve includes a ...

Interactive surgical drape, system, and related methods

Embodiments disclosed herein relate to an interactive surgical drape and system including at least one sensor and at least one controller that operates indicating sensing feedback from the at least one sensor to cause display of information on a dynamic display integrated with the interactive surgical drape. The dynamic display assists the surgical team while performing surgery and can operate to improve the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the surgical team.

IV POLE ISOLATION AND CLEANING DEVICES AND METHODS

Elongate medical appliance isolation and cleaning devices and methods are disclosed. The isolation devices provide disposable coverings of the elongate medical appliance, such as an IV pole, to protect the elongate medical appliance from contamination. The cleaning devices provide a tool to clean and disinfect the elongate medical appliance following use. 1. An isolation device for an elongate medical appliance comprising:a cover disposed over the elongate medical appliance, wherein the cover is configured to isolate the elongate medical appliance from contamination.2. The isolation device of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises any one of an antimicrobial agent claim 1 , an antiviral agent claim 1 , an antifungal agent claim 1 , and any combination thereof.3. The isolation device of claim 2 , wherein any one of the antimicrobial agent claim 2 , the antiviral agent claim 2 , the antifungal agent claim 2 , and any combination thereof is disposed within a polymeric layer coupled to an inside and/or an outside surface of the cover.4. The isolation device of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises:a support apparatus configured to couple with an end of an IV pole; anda sleeve configured to be deployed from the support apparatus over the IV pole.5. The isolation device of claim 4 , wherein the support apparatus comprises a cavity configured to retain the sleeve prior to deployment over the IV pole.6. The isolation device of claim 4 , wherein the sleeve comprises transverse perforations configured to separate portions of the sleeve.7. The isolation device of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises:a ring-shape dispenser configured to be coupled to and at least partially surround an IV pole; anda sleeve configured to be deployed from the ring-shape dispenser over the elongate medical device.8. The isolation device of claim 7 , wherein the ring-shape dispenser comprises a cavity configured to retain the sleeve prior to deployment over the elongate medical appliance.9. The ...

REMOVABLE DEVICE COVERS

The present disclosure provides example device covers implementing differential adhesive systems allowing for clean removal of the cover after a prolonged dwell period. An example device cover comprises a bore section, a first drape section extending from a first end of the bore section, and a second drape section extending from a second end of the bore section. A first edge of the first drape section may extend from the first end of the bore section at approximately a 50° angle, a second edge of the first drape section may extend from the first end of the bore section at approximately a 130° angle. The first drape section and second drape section may be symmetrical with respect to each other. The device cover may further comprise one or more adhesive tabs, each comprising an intermediary body with a first acrylic adhesive layer and an opposite second rubber adhesive layer.

Skin-to-skin contact obstetrical surgical drape

The present invention is a fenestration drape and a method for providing skin-to-skin contact of a newborn with the mother immediately after birth during a Cesarean delivery. The novel fenestration drape comprises a portal which may be opened and reclosed without compromise to the sterile barrier. The novel method facilitates the critical contact without interruption and with continuity of sterile field throughout the procedure.

DYNAMIC FEEDBACK END EFFECTOR

An end effector system for use in spinal surgery may be described herein. The end effector comprises a sterile section and a non-sterile section. The sterile section comprises an instrument holder that has pins for piercing a plastic sleeve. The instrument holder holds an instrument for performing spinal surgery. The non-sterile section comprises an end effector. The end effector comprises a motor and a transducer. The motor applies a torsional and axial force to the instrument. The transducer provides feedback to the end effector system to adjust a force applied to the instrument. 1. An end effector system for use in spinal surgery , the end effector comprising: an instrument holder, wherein the instrument holder has pins for piercing a plastic sleeve,', 'wherein the instrument holder holds an instrument for performing spinal surgery;, 'a sterile section, the sterile section comprising'} a motor, wherein the motor applies a torsional and axial force to the instrument; and', 'a transducer, wherein the transducer provides feedback to the end effector system to adjust a force applied to the instrument., 'a non-sterile section, the non-sterile section comprising an end effector, wherein the end effector comprises2. The end effector system of claim 1 , wherein the end effector simultaneously performs a rotary motion and an axial motion.3. The end effector system of claim 1 , wherein a current is passed through the end effector for neuromonitoring.4. The end effector system of claim 1 , wherein non-sterile section is covered with a sterile plastic sleeve.5. The end effector system of claim 1 , wherein instrument holder has five pins.6. The end effector system of claim 5 , wherein a first pin is used to pass torque through to an instrument.7. The end effector system of claim 6 , wherein the first pin is electrically insulated for neuromonitoring.8. The end effector system of claim 5 , wherein a second pin and a third pin are locating pins.9. The end effector system of ...

DEVICE FOR ROBOT-ASSISTED SURGERY

A device for robot-assisted surgery with at least one coupling unit () of a manipulator arm () comprising a first transmitting means (). A sterile cover () comprising a sterile lock () serves to shield the manipulator arm () from a sterile area (). The sterile lock () is connectable both to the coupling unit () and to the sterile unit (). The sterile lock () has at least one lock flap () which in a closed state shields the first transmitting means () in a sterile manner. The sterile unit () comprising a second transmitting means () has sterile flaps () which in a closed state shield the second transmitting means () in a sterile manner. When connecting the sterile unit () to the sterile lock () the lock flap () and the sterile flap () are opened so that a direct transmission between the first transmitting means () and the second transmitting means () is possible. When separating the sterile unit () from the sterile lock () the lock flaps () and the sterile flap () are each automatically closed and locked so that they shield the first transmitting means () and the second transmitting means () from the sterile area (). Further, the invention relates to a sterile lock () and a method for robot-assisted surgery. 1. A device for robot-assisted surgery , comprising:at least one non-sterile manipulator arm having a coupling unit which has at least one first transmitting means,at least one sterile unit arranged in a sterile area and having at least one second transmitting means,a sterile cover for shielding at least a part of the non-sterile manipulator arm from the sterile area,wherein the sterile cover comprises a sterile lock with which the coupling unit and with which the sterile unit are each connectable,the sterile lock has at least one lock flap, andthe lock flap in a closed state shields the first transmitting means in a sterile manner,so that when connecting the sterile unit to the sterile lock a movement of the lock flap from the closed state into the open state ...

PRELOADED STERILE BAG

A sterile bag for covering medical equipment comprises: a barrier section, a flexible body section, and an attaching section. The flexible body section has a tubular shape extending from a proximal end to a distal end thereof, and an outer surface, an inner surface, and an open end. The barrier section is coupled to the proximal end, and the attaching section is formed at the distal end of the flexible body section. The barrier section is a rigid or semirigid component which attaches the sterile bag to a sterile component or to an unsterile component of the medical equipment in a pleaded or folded state. The flexible body section is configured to be deployed over the unsterile component so as to enclose within the inner surface thereof the unsterile component. The unsterile component is connectable to the sterile component through the central opening of the barrier section. 1. A sterile cover for covering medical equipment , comprising:a barrier section having a central opening; anda flexible body section coupled to the barrier section, the flexible body section extending from a proximal end to a distal end thereof, and having an outer surface, an inner surface, and an open end,wherein the barrier section is coupled to the flexible body section at the proximal end thereof and the barrier section is configured to preload the sterile cover to a sterile component or to attach the sterile cover to an unsterile component of the medical equipment,wherein the flexible body section is configured to be deployed over the unsterile component so as to enclose within the inner surface thereof the unsterile component, andwherein the unsterile component is connectable to the sterile component through the central opening of the barrier section.2. The sterile cover according to claim 1 ,wherein the sterile cover is configured to be preloaded to the sterile component, andwherein the sterile cover is preloaded by sliding the central opening of the barrier section onto a connecting ...

MEDICAL IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An apparatus for supporting an extremity during tissue debridement and capturing fluid and tissue resulting from tissue debridement includes an extremity-supporting base. The apparatus may further include a barrier shroud. The apparatus can be used in tissue irrigation and debridement procedures to contain and control drainage of fluid and tissue. The apparatus supports a patient extremity, such as an arm or a leg. The base has a length, proximal end (i.e., nearest the patient's body), and distal end (i.e., farthest from the patient's body). The shroud can have a top portion, bottom portion, and shroud drainage opening. A method includes debriding tissue from a patient extremity supported by the base and at least partially enclosed within the barrier shroud, which acts as a shield for fluid and tissue emanating from the extremity. Fluid and tissue exit the shroud through a shroud drainage opening. 1. An apparatus for supporting an extremity and capturing fluid and tissue resulting from tissue irrigation and debridement , comprising: ["a proximal end positioned nearest a patient's body during use;", 'a distal end opposite the proximal end;', 'a bottom surface;', 'a support surface; and', 'a total of two opposing sidewalls extending above the support surface and longitudinally along sides of the support surface;, 'an extremity-supporting base configured to support an extremity of a patient during tissue irrigation and debridement, the extremity-supporting base havingthe support surface and the two opposing sidewalls forming a trough of fixed length longitudinally extending from a first point near the proximal end of the extremity-supporting base to a second point near the distal end of the extremity-supporting base and being adapted for placement and support of an extremity thereon,the extremity-supporting base having a height that decreases from the first point to the second point so that the trough slopes downwardly between the first point and the second point,the ...

Pocket and Drape System for Providing Sterile Fields

A pocket and drape system which provides multiple (e.g., at least two) sterile fields and the methodology for employing said pocket and drape system is provided. The system includes a base drape material having an upper edge, lower edge, first side edge, and second side edge to define a perimeter, where the base drape material also includes a first (outer) surface and a second (inner) surface. A first zone of pockets is present on a portion of the first surface and a second zone of pockets present on a portion of the second surface. The manner in which the base drape material is folded at first and second longitudinal fold lines and first and second transverse fold lines during assembly (e.g., prior to sterilization) maintains the sterility of the first zone of pockets and the second zone of pockets until each zone is ready for use during a medical procedure. 1. A pocket and drape system comprising:a base drape material having an upper edge and a lower edge both extending in a longitudinal direction and a first side edge and a second side edge both extending in a transverse direction to define a perimeter, wherein the base drape material includes a first longitudinal fold line, a second longitudinal fold line, a first transverse fold line, and a second transverse fold line;a first zone of pockets located on a first surface of the base drape material; anda second zone of pockets located on a second surface of the base drape material.2. The pocket and drape system according to claim 1 , wherein the first row of pockets and the second row of pockets are formed from a clear material.3. The pocket and drape system according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of vertical seals are present in the first zone of pockets and the second zone of pockets to define individual pockets in each of the first zone of pockets and the second zone of pockets.4. The pocket and drape system according to claim 1 , wherein the first zone of pockets and the second zone of pockets each include a ...

Pocket and drape system for providing sterile fields

A pocket and drape system which provides multiple (e.g., at least two) sterile fields and the methodology for employing said system is provided. The system includes first and second base drape materials each having upper and lower edges edge both extending in a longitudinal direction and first and second side edges both extending in a transverse direction. The first base drape material and the second base drape material also each include a longitudinal fold line. A first zone of pockets is present on a surface of the first base drape material and a second zone of pockets is present on a surface of the second base drape material. The manner in which the base drape materials are folded and joined to each other during assembly (e.g., before sterilization) maintains the sterility of the first and second zone of pockets until each zone is ready for use during a medical procedure.

Pocket and drape system for providing sterile fields

A pocket and drape system which provides one or more sterile fields, as well as the methodology for employing said pocket and drape system is provided. The pocket and drape system includes a base drape material having an upper edge, a lower edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge to define a perimeter. The base drape material further includes a first longitudinal fold line, a second longitudinal fold line, a first transverse fold line and a second transverse fold line, wherein the first and second transverse fold lines are generally perpendicular to the first and second longitudinal fold lines. The base drape material has a first surface and an opposing second surface. In addition, the system includes a flap covering a portion of the first surface of the base drape material, wherein the flap has a first surface and an opposing second surface, wherein the flap maintains at least one sterile field. The system further includes a first row of pockets configured on the first surface of the flap, and a second row of pockets configured on the first surface of the base drape material.

Pocket and drape system for providing sterile fields

A pocket and drape system which provides one or more sterile fields, as well as the methodology for employing said pocket and drape system is provided. The pocket and drape system includes a base drape material having an upper edge, a lower edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge to define a perimeter. The base drape material further includes a first longitudinal fold line, a second longitudinal fold line, a first transverse fold line and a second transverse fold line, wherein the first and second transverse fold lines are generally perpendicular to the first and second longitudinal fold lines. The base drape material has a first surface and an opposing second surface. The system further includes a first row of pockets configured on the first surface of the flap, and a second row of pockets configured on the first surface of the base drape material. In addition, the system includes a flap configured to maintain at least one sterile field.