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Control program adaptation based on device status and user input

US11759251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 2020
Grant dateSep 19, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG16H40/40
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A surgical system comprising a surgical instrument, a generator configured to supply power to an end effector, and a processor configured to run a control program to operate the surgical system is disclosed. The surgical instrument comprises the end effector which includes a first jaw and a second jaw. At least one of the first jaw and the second jaw is moved with respect to one another between an open position and a closed position. Tissue is configured to be positioned between the first jaw and the second jaw. The processor is configured to detect a first parameter of the surgical system, detect at least one user input, and modify the control program in response to the detected first parameter and the at least one user input.

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