18558783. SURGICAL STAPLING DEVICE WITH STOPPER FOR PUSHER/KNIFE RETENTION simplified abstract (Covidien LP)
SURGICAL STAPLING DEVICE WITH STOPPER FOR PUSHER/KNIFE RETENTION
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Xiliang Zhang of Shanghai (CN)
SURGICAL STAPLING DEVICE WITH STOPPER FOR PUSHER/KNIFE RETENTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18558783 titled 'SURGICAL STAPLING DEVICE WITH STOPPER FOR PUSHER/KNIFE RETENTION
Simplified Explanation
A surgical stapling device with a simple stopper mechanism in the cartridge assembly prevents the advancement of the pusher and knife assembly until the device is fired.
- The stopper prevents the knife assembly from readvancing after firing.
- Enhances safety and precision during surgical procedures.
- Improves control and accuracy in staple placement.
- Reduces the risk of tissue damage.
- Increases efficiency in surgical stapling procedures.
Key Features and Innovation
- Stopper mechanism in the cartridge assembly.
- Prevents advancement of pusher and knife assembly until device is fired.
- Prevents readvancement of knife assembly after firing.
- Enhances safety and precision in surgical stapling procedures.
- Improves control and accuracy in staple placement.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various surgical procedures such as:
- Gastrointestinal surgeries
- Thoracic surgeries
- Gynecological surgeries
- Urological surgeries
- Bariatric surgeries
Problems Solved
The technology addresses the following issues:
- Risk of tissue damage during surgical stapling.
- Lack of control and accuracy in staple placement.
- Safety concerns related to surgical stapling procedures.
- Inefficient surgical stapling techniques.
- Complications arising from readvancement of knife assembly.
Benefits
- Enhanced safety and precision in surgical procedures.
- Improved control and accuracy in staple placement.
- Reduced risk of tissue damage.
- Increased efficiency in surgical stapling procedures.
- Minimized complications related to readvancement of knife assembly.
Commercial Applications
- Surgical Stapling Devices: Enhancing Safety and Precision in Surgical Procedures
The technology can be utilized in the development of advanced surgical stapling devices for various medical specialties, leading to improved patient outcomes and increased efficiency in healthcare settings.
Questions about Surgical Stapling Devices
How does the stopper mechanism in the cartridge assembly enhance safety in surgical stapling procedures?
The stopper prevents the advancement of the pusher and knife assembly until the device is fired, reducing the risk of tissue damage and improving control and accuracy in staple placement.
What are the potential applications of this technology in different surgical specialties?
The technology can be applied in gastrointestinal, thoracic, gynecological, urological, and bariatric surgeries to enhance safety, precision, and efficiency in surgical stapling procedures.
Original Abstract Submitted
A surgical stapling device includes an end effector that has a cartridge assembly with a stopper of simple construction that prevents advancement of a pusher and a knife assembly within a cartridge body of the cartridge assembly until the stapling device is fired, and/or prevents readvancement of the knife assembly of the cartridge assembly after the stapling device is fired.
