Surgical devices, systems and methods
US9949632B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/347
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for abdominal surgery is disclosed. The system can have a scope coupled to an introducer. The system can have one or more end effectors that can be attached to the introducer and inserted into the abdomen through a small puncture through the patient's umbilicus. The end effector can have a surgical tool, such as a grasper. The system can have a manipulatable control arm that can be inserted into the abdomen through a small puncture through the patient's body wall. The end effector can be attached to the control arm and simultaneously or concurrently detached from the introducer or tray. The control arm can then manipulate the end effector to perform the surgery.
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