Vessel sealer with heating and cooling capabilities
US11589913B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2210/90
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Certain aspects relate to systems, devices and techniques for vessel sealing and cutting. In particular, an instrument is provided that is capable of performing multiple functions, including sealing and cutting. The instrument can be robotically controlled, and can include a shaft, a multi-DOF wrist, and an end effector. The end effector is capable of generating and delivering heat via different energy modalities to perform the various functions at different temperatures.
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