Method and apparatus for selecting operations of a surgical instrument based on user intention
US11058475B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB06B1/0207
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a method for operating a surgical instrument, the surgical instrument comprising a radio frequency (RF) energy output, an ultrasonic energy output, and a first jaw and a second jaw configured for pivotal movement between a closed position and an open position, the method comprising: receiving a first input indicating a user selection of one of a first option and a second option; receiving a second input indicating whether the first jaw and the second jaw are in the closed position or in the open position; receiving a third input indicating electrical impedance at the RF energy output; and selecting a mode of operation for treating a tissue from a plurality of modes of operation based at least in part on the first input, the second input and the third input.
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