18582284. ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM HAVING REPLACEABLE SUTURING TOOL MODULE simplified abstract (BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.)

ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM HAVING REPLACEABLE SUTURING TOOL MODULE

Organization Name

BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.

Inventor(s)

John Mims of Austin TX (US)

Luis Amador, Jr. of Pflugerville TX (US)

Jason N. Mehta of Austin TX (US)

Thomas Neudeck of Austin TX (US)

Michael Fries of Kingsland TX (US)

Vladimir Mitelberg of Austin TX (US)

Andrew Macleod of Cambridge (GB)

Douglas Ivan Jennings of Royston (GB)

ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM HAVING REPLACEABLE SUTURING TOOL MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18582284 titled 'ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM HAVING REPLACEABLE SUTURING TOOL MODULE

The patent application describes mounting systems designed to connect a tool module to a component of a medical instrument, particularly an elongate member suitable for passage through a patient's natural orifice. The tool module includes a replaceable end cap with a needle holder for passing a needle through tissue, along with an actuator for controlling the needle holder's movement. A suture needle with suture can be attached to the needle holder. The instrument may be linked to a robotic system for robotic control of the connected component or the tool module.

• Tool module with replaceable end cap for needle manipulation
• Suture needle attachment to the needle holder
• Robotic system integration for control of the instrument

Potential Applications: - Minimally invasive surgical procedures - Robotic-assisted surgeries - Endoscopic interventions

Problems Solved: - Enhancing precision in needle manipulation - Facilitating minimally invasive procedures - Improving surgical outcomes

Benefits: - Increased accuracy in needle placement - Reduced tissue trauma - Enhanced surgical efficiency

Commercial Applications: Title: "Robotic Tool Module for Enhanced Surgical Precision" This technology can be utilized in various surgical settings, including hospitals, surgical centers, and research institutions. It can benefit surgeons, medical professionals, and patients by improving the accuracy and efficiency of surgical procedures.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the tool module improve surgical precision? - The tool module allows for precise control of needle movement, enhancing accuracy in surgical procedures. 2. What are the potential benefits of integrating this technology with a robotic system? - By linking the instrument to a robotic system, surgeons can achieve even greater precision and control during procedures.

Original Abstract Submitted

Mounting systems configured to operably couple a tool module with respect to a component of a medical instrument. In some aspects, the component to which the tool module is operably coupled is an elongate member that is suitable for passage through a natural orifice of the patient. The tool module may include a replaceable end cap having a needle holder adapted to pass a needle through tissue, and an actuator adapted to control movement of the needle holder arm. A suture needle with suture may be removably coupled to the needle holder. The instrument may be operably associated with a robotic system for robotic control of the component of the instrument with which the tool module is operably coupled, and/or the tool module.