Cut optimization for excessive tissue conditions
US11911038B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/032
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of operating a surgical stapler includes advancing a knife assembly at a first velocity until a predetermined force is detected, advancing the knife assembly at a second velocity when the predetermined force is detected, the second velocity being less than the first velocity, and continuing to advance the knife assembly at the second velocity until the knife assembly travels a cutting stroke distance.
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