Surgical visualization systems and related methods

US11344190B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Medos International Sarl · CH

Inventors

• Daniel Thommen · Liestal, CH
• Judith Flock · Basel, CH
• Veronique Christine Zollmann · Gebenstorf, CH
• William J. Kane · Newport Beach, US
• J. Riley Hawkins · Cumberland, US
• Thomas Gamache · Raynham, US
• John Conidi · Plainville, US
• Leonard Bryant Guffey · Duxbury, US
• Eric Kolb · Sandy Hook, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Feb 21, 2018
• Grant date: May 31, 2022
• Expiry date: Jan 16, 2039

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61F2002/4635
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Surgical visualization systems and related methods are disclosed herein, e.g., for providing visualization during surgical procedures. Systems and methods herein can be used in a wide range of surgical procedures, including spinal surgeries such as minimally-invasive fusion or discectomy procedures. Systems and methods herein can include various features for enhancing end user experience, improving clinical outcomes, or reducing the invasiveness of a surgery. Exemplary features can include access port integration, hands-free operation, active and/or passive lens cleaning, adjustable camera depth, and many others.