Medical device for use in laparoscopic surgery
US6381495B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 10, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/05
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved medical implant device for laparoscopic surgery is especially adapted for precise and proper placement of electrode leads relative to tissue to be treated. Once properly placed, the device and the electrode leads can be secured to substantially reduce the risk of displacement during normal movement of tissue. The implant device is adapted for electrostimulation and/or electrical monitoring of endo-abdominal tissue or viscera. The device comprises: 1) an elongated body with immobilizing mechanisms or devices to secure it to the tissue or viscera to be treated, 2) two or more electric poles that are electrically connected to an electric connection terminal for connection to a power source, 3) a mechanism for penetration of the tissue or viscera to be treated, and 4) a quick-release connecting device to separate the penetration device from the elongated body. A unique arrangement of immobilizing mechanisms and poles along the lead body permits easy insertion and placement of the device, and ensures effective electrostimulation and/or electrical monitoring of tissue, viscera, and internal organs of a person (or other mammal's) endo-abdominal cavity.
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