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Methods of guiding manual movement of medical systems

A computer-assisted medical system includes a user device wearable by an operator. The user device includes a display device configured to present imagery overlaid in an environment of a manipulator assembly, and a sensor configured to detect one or more landmarks in the environment. The medical system includes a controller configured to execute instructions to perform operations The operations include receiving, from the sensor, position or orientation information for the one or more landmarks in the environment, and directing a manual movement of a portion of the manipulator assembly by causing the display device to present the imagery overlaid in the environment based on the received position or orientation information.
Owner:INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS INC

Visual guidance for repositioning a computer-assisted system

Techniques for displaying an extended reality (XR) indication of a potential collision between a portion of an object and a portion of a computer-assisted system include the following. The computer-assisted system comprises a sensor system configured to capture sensor data of an environment, and a control system communicably coupled to the sensor system. The control system is configured to: determine a pose of a portion of an object in the environment based on the sensor data, determine a pose of a portion of the computer-assisted system, determine at least one characteristic associated with a potential collision between the portion of the object and the portion of the computer-assisted system, select the potential collision for display based on the at least one characteristic, and cause an XR indication of the potential collision to be displayed to an operator via a display system.
Owner:INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS INC

Co-manipulation surgical system for use with surgical instruments for performing laparoscopic surgery

Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.
Owner:MOON SURGICAL SAS

Systems and methods for docking surgical robotic arms

An apparatus for attaching a cannula to a robotic surgical system, the apparatus comprising: a first clamp component configured to transition between an open position and a closed position; a second clamp component spaced from the first clamp component, the first and second clamp components defining a region configured to receive a portion of the cannula and configured to retain the portion of the cannula in the region when the first clamp component is in the closed position; and a locking component configured to lock the first clamp component in the open position and allow the first clamp component to automatically transition to the closed position based on a position of the portion of the cannula within the region.
Owner:AURIS HEALTH INC

Minimally invasive intervention device for cerebrovascular surgery

The invention belongs to the technical field of operation auxiliary devices, and particularly relates to a minimally invasive intervention device for cerebrovascular surgery, which comprises a universal support assembly, a quick-release control assembly, a detachable assembly, a handle assembly, an annular support assembly and an adjustable support leg assembly, the quick-release control assembly and the handle assembly are arranged below and above the universal supporting assembly respectively. Driving electric energy and electric signals can be transmitted between the first metal contact and the second metal contact, after the first metal contact and the second metal contact are connected, actions of surgical tools can be controlled through the touch screen, a magnetic adsorption type quick release structure is designed between the magnetic suction tool seat and the magnetic suction base, the tools can be conveniently replaced in the surgical process, and the surgical efficiency is improved. And different tools are operated and controlled through the same control handle and the same touch screen, so that the operation is simpler for doctors.
Owner:PEOPLES HOSPITAL OF HENAN PROV

Auxiliary device for cutting warts in dermatology

The application discloses a dermato logical auxiliary device for cutting warts, and relates to the technical field of skin treatment, which comprises a fixed base, the lower surfaces of four ends of the fixed base are fixedly installed with self-locking wheels, the inner bottom wall of a shell is fixedly installed with a hydraulic cylinder, the output end of the hydraulic cylinder is fixedly connected with a steady lifting mechanism, the cutting height of a cutting clamp plate is steadily adjusted through multi-stage guiding during lifting movement, the adjusting mechanism and the steady lifting mechanism are in transmission connection, so that the cutting clamp plate is further bidirectionally adjusted in radial horizontal movement and angular deflection after completing lifting adjustment, the radial closing movement of the cutting clamp plate is realized through the transmission of bidirectional threads of a clamping and lifting mechanism, and the two sides of the warts are clamped and lifted at an angle to the center point through a synchronous linkage oblique hinged structure, the application has the effects of improving cutting precision and stability, realizing multi-dimensional adjustment to adapt to complex working conditions, and enhancing the reliability and safety of wart clamping.
Owner:SHENYANG COLOR BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD

Retractor for surgical procedures

A retractor may include a proximal portion and a distal portion opposite the proximal portion. The distal portion may include first and second blade retractors each having a blade receptacle defined in a first end of a body. The blade receptacle has an opening that narrows to a seat for receiving a blade head, the seat defining a shape that reduces translation, rotation, and / or angulation of the blade head.
Owner:ALPHATEC SPINE INC

Augmented reality assisted joint arthroplasty

Systems and methods of providing augmented reality assisted surgery are disclosed. Certain aspects provide a method including generating a virtual scene comprising one or more virtual elements comprising one or more anatomical elements corresponding to one or more anatomy parts. The method further includes identifying one or more references in an actual physical scene comprising the one or more anatomy parts. The method further includes registering the virtual scene to the one or more references to generate an augmented scene. The method further includes displaying the augmented scene on a display device.
Owner:MATERIALISE NV

Ultrasound transducer with transmit-receive capability for histotripsy

A histotripsy therapy system configured for the treatment of tissue is provided, which may include any number of features. Provided herein are systems and methods that provide efficacious non-invasive and minimally invasive therapeutic, diagnostic and research procedures. In particular, provided herein are optimized systems and methods that provide targeted, efficacious histotripsy in a variety of different regions and under a variety of different conditions without causing undesired tissue damage to intervening / non-target tissues or structures.
Owner:THE RGT UNIV OF MICHIGAN

Apparatus, systems, and methods for intraoperative instrument tracking and information visualization

Systems and methods for intraoperative tracking and visualization are disclosed. A current minimally invasive surgical (MIS) instrument pose may be determined based on a live intraoperative input video stream comprising a current image frame captured by a MIS camera. In addition, an instrument activation state and at least one parameter value associated with the instrument may also be determined. Intraoperative graphic visualization enhancements may be determined based on the activation state of the instrument, and / or a comparison of parameter values with corresponding parametric thresholds. The visualization enhancements may be applied to a current graphics frame. The current graphics frame may also include visualization enhancements related to proximate anatomical structures with proximity determined from the instrument pose and an anatomical model. The current graphics frame may be blended with the current input image frame to obtain an output blended image frame, which may form part of an output video stream.
Owner:AURIS HEALTH INC

Steerable instrument comprising a hinge with a slotted structure

A cylindrical element with a hinge structure has:a first portion (524; 1124; 522(n−1); 1122(n−1));a second portion (522(1); 1122(1); 522(n); 1122(n)) which is rotatable relative to the first portion (524; 1124; 522(n−1); 1122(n−1)) about two rotation sections (530(1); 1130(1); 530(n); 1130(n)) arranged at locations 180° rotated relative to one another viewed in a tangential direction of the cylindrical element;an attachment element (502(1); 1006; 502(n)).The rotation sections (530(1); 1130(1); 530(n); 1130(n)) are implemented by:either the first portion (524; 1124; 522(n−1); 1122(n−1)) or the second portion (522(1); 1122(1); 522(n); 1122(n)) is provided with an opening accommodating a pin (556(1); 1156(1); 556(n); 1156(n));the pin (556(1); 1156(1); 556(n); 1156(n)) is attached to a portion of the attachment element (502(1); 1006; 502(n));the other one of the first portion (524; 1124; 522(n−1); 1122(n−1)) and the second portion (522(1); 1122(1); 522(n); 1122(n)) is attached to another portion of the attachment element (502(1); 1006; 502(n));such that the first portion (524; 1124; 522(n−1); 1122(n−1)) and the second portion (522(1); 1122(1); 522(n); 1122(n)) cannot move relative to one another in a longitudinal direction, a tangential direction and a radial direction but are configured to rotate relative to one another about a center of rotation.
Owner:FORTIMEDIX ASSETS II BV

Sample collector for robotic medical system

Described herein are sample collectors configured for use with robotic medical systems. A robotic medical system can include a medical instrument that can be inserted into a patient to capture a sample. A robotic manipulator can be engaged with the medical instrument and configured to operate the medical instrument; a sterile barrier can be used to separate a sterile field containing the medical instrument from a non-sterile field containing the robotic manipulator; a sample collector can include a receiver portion positioned in the sterile field and configured to receive the sample when a distal end of the medical instrument is retracted from the patient; and a connector coupled to the receiver portion and configured to attach to the robotic medical system. The robotic system can place the sample in the receiver portion.
Owner:AURIS HEALTH INC

Co-manipulation surgical systems having optical sensors for generating graphical displays

Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.
Owner:MOON SURGICAL SAS

Device and method for dry eye treatment

A dry eye treatment device, having a roller, a holder, wherein the roller contacts and rolls over an eyelid in a plurality of directions in a treatment; a heating element to generate heat, wherein at least a portion of the heat is transferred to the roller; a temperature monitoring system, which has a thermal sensor and a temperature control circuit; and an electric power source. The roller is of a convex cylindrical or concave cylindrical shape. A method for dry eye treatment, of cleaning an eyelid with a first cleansing wipe; heating a roller to a predetermined temperature; applying thermally conductive gel between the roller and the eyelid; rolling the roller over the eyelid in a plurality of directions; and removing the thermally conductive gel and expressed debris with a second cleansing wipe; and further, increasing the temperature by an increment and repeating the treatment method.
Owner:ZHANG AIZHONG

Augmented reality guidance for surgical procedures

Aspects of the present disclosure relate to systems, devices and methods for performing a surgical step or surgical procedure with visual guidance using an optical head mounted display. Aspects of the present disclosure relate to systems, devices and methods for displaying, placing, fitting, sizing, selecting, aligning, moving a virtual implant on a physical anatomic structure of a patient and, optionally, modifying or changing the displaying, placing, fitting, sizing, selecting, aligning, moving, for example based on kinematic information.
Owner:LANG PHILIPP K

Spine-anchored targeting systems and methods for posterior spinal surgery

A monopedicular targeting system for posterior spinal surgery includes a first joint component, a fastener for affixing the first joint component to a single pedicle, a positioning arm having a second joint component for mating with the first joint component to form a first joint having three rotational degrees of freedom, and a connector for coupling the spinal surgery device to the positioning arm. The connector has a third joint component that mates with a fourth joint component of a spinal surgery device to form a second joint having three rotational degrees of freedom. A monopedicular targeting method for posterior spinal surgery includes affixing a fastener to a single pedicle and adjusting three translational degrees of freedom and three rotational degrees of freedom of a posterior spinal surgery device with respect to a pedicle of a vertebra by manipulating joints of a manipulator connecting the spinal surgery device to the fastener.
Owner:VB SPINE US OPCO LLC

medical devices

ActiveJP7770945B2EndoscopesCatheter
To enhance operability of a bent medical appliance.SOLUTION: A medical device comprises: the bent medical appliance having a bendable body and a base provided with the bendable body; and a support base having a moving stage which detachably supports the bent medical appliance and a support which movably supports the moving stage along a straight line in a predetermined direction. The moving stage movably supports the bent medical appliance along the straight line in the predetermined direction.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3
Owner:CANON KK

Quick connect mechanism for mounting of medical instruments

A quick connect mechanism for a medical instrument is provided. The quick connect mechanism includes a post and a mating cup that allows for quick mounting, controlled use, and easy dismounting of medical instruments. A set of post teeth are disposed circumferentially around a body proximate a base of the post and are configured to mate and interlock with a set of cup teeth disposed proximate the cup. The post teeth and cup teeth interlock to restrict rotation of the cup relative to the post and stabilize the medical instrument.
Owner:ACIST MEDICAL SYSTEMS INC

Relocation module and methods for surgical equipment

An anesthetic equipment storage and waste air management module configured to housing electronic and electromechanical surgical equipment including a system to measure and record administration of one or more IV medications or fluids for IV administration. The module can include a housing having a lower section and a tower-like upper section, wherein the lower section is configured to house unrelated waste heat-producing electronic and electromechanical surgical equipment. The module can also include a cowling that substantially confines waste heat generated by the unrelated waste heat-producing electronic and electromechanical surgical equipment, and can include a system for measuring and recording the administration of the one or more IV medications and fluids.
Owner:AUGUSTINE BIOMEDICAL DESIGN LLC

Quick connect mechanism for mounting of medical instruments

A quick connect mechanism for a medical instrument is provided. The quick connect mechanism includes a post and a mating cup that allows for quick mounting, controlled use, and easy dismounting of medical instruments. A set of post teeth are disposed circumferentially around a body proximate a base of the post and are configured to mate and interlock with a set of cup teeth disposed proximate the cup. The post teeth and cup teeth interlock to restrict rotation of the cup relative to the post and stabilize the medical instrument.
Owner:ACIST MEDICAL SYSTEMS INC

Stabilization system for medical procedures that maintains sterility of an articulating arm above a sterile barrier

PendingJP2025507106A5DiagnosticsCatheter
Disclosed herein is a stabilization system that includes a base for securing the stabilization system to a patient table by inserting the base between the patient table and a mattress on the patient table. The stabilization system also includes a connector that connects a lockable articulating arm to the base. The base protrudes slightly from under the mattress to provide a robust and predictable surface for attaching the articulating arm of the stabilization system. The base can then be used to support a lockable articulating arm that has a clamp at its distal end for holding an access sheath or delivery system. The connector attaches the articulating arm to the base such that the articulating arm is above a sterile surgical drape to maintain sterility of the articulating arm. The stabilization system is advantageous in cervical access procedures.
Owner:EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP

Ultrasonic spinal disc therapeutics

A system for ultrasonic degenerative disc therapy including an apparatus. The apparatus including a locator configured to locate a target area on a body of a patient. The apparatus including a gel applicator configured to apply a gel to the target area. The apparatus including an effector including a transducer configured to generate and transmit ultrasonic energy to the target area and at least one sensor configured to detect a temperature of the target area. The system including a controller communicatively connected to the apparatus configured to provide at least one control signal to the apparatus. The system including a power source electrically connected to the controller and the apparatus. The system including a recorder communicatively connected to the controller and the apparatus, the recorder configured to store at least one element of data measured by the sensor.
Owner:DISCOGEN LLC

Surgical robotic system

Devices, systems, and methods for a robot-assisted surgery. A surgical robotic system with integrated navigation and multiple surgical arms may assist a user with one or more surgical procedures. In addition to the multiple surgical arms, the robotic system may also have peripheral arms to position a navigation camera and surgeon displays. The robotic system is collaborative to allow for easy integration into procedural workflows, for example, to install pedicle screws, interbody implants, or other surgical devices.
Owner:GLOBUS MEDICAL INC

Robot in MRI guided intervention

Disclosed herein are systems and methods related to a novel robot for MRI guided intervention that are compatible with different MRI scanners, particularly low field scanners with apertures. The systems and methods disclosed herein may allow for precise minimally invasive procedures.
Owner:PROMAXO INC

Instrument auxiliary fixing frame for clinical operation

The utility model discloses an instrument auxiliary fixing frame for clinical surgery, which comprises a stand column and a first sliding sleeve, the first sliding sleeve is arranged on the surface of the stand column in a sliding mode, one side of the first sliding sleeve is fixedly connected with an external thread sleeve, and the utility model relates to the technical field of surgical instrument auxiliary equipment. According to the auxiliary instrument fixing frame for the clinical operation, a movable rod is arranged in an external threaded sleeve, a clamping frame is fixedly connected to one end of the movable rod, and a clamping plate with a hole is arranged in the clamping frame, so that the clamping frame can slide and rotate in the external threaded sleeve through the movable rod, and an endoscope outer rod is clamped by the clamping plate with the hole; the endoscope outer rod reaching the focus can be conveniently replaced and clamped, the burden of personnel is relieved, the positioning mechanism is arranged between the first sliding sleeve and the stand column, and therefore the first sliding sleeve can be easily fixed to the surfaces of the stand columns of different heights through the positioning mechanism.
Owner:HEFEI YIKE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY CO LTD

Sternum lifting device

The sternum lifting device of the invention comprises a fixing structure designed to be fixed to an operating table; and a movable body connected to the fixing structure by means of a safety mechanism attached to the fixing structure, wherein the movable body is arranged above the operating table with the possibility of vertical movement; wherein the movable body has a plate that is concentrically rotatable about an axis that coincides with or is parallel to the vertical movement of the movable body; wherein said safety mechanism is designed to be manually actuated and to transmit and convert the actuation into a vertical upward movement of the movable body relative to the operating table; and wherein the safety mechanism is designed to hold the movable body in its position relative to the operating table in a condition of use in which it receives a downward force from the plate.
Owner:ANSABERE SURGICAL

A pericardial effusion puncture and drainage device with angle adjustment

This invention discloses a pericardial effusion puncture and drainage device with angle adjustment, including an installation mechanism, a support mechanism in the middle of the installation mechanism, and an isolation mechanism at the top of the installation mechanism. A puncture mechanism is located in the middle of the support mechanism, and clamping assemblies are fixed at both ends on one side of the support mechanism. A tube guide mechanism is located on one side of the puncture mechanism. This invention utilizes the cooperation between the support mechanism and the puncture mechanism on the installation mechanism. A first worm gear in a first adjustment box drives a first worm wheel, and a second worm gear drives a second worm wheel, which in turn drives a large gear via a small gear. During puncture, the doctor can flexibly adjust the puncture position and finely adjust the puncture angle according to the patient's condition, avoiding prolonged holding of the puncture device, freeing the doctor's hands, ensuring a stable puncture process, making the operation more convenient for the doctor, and improving work efficiency.
Owner:FIRST HOSPITAL AFFILIATED TO GENERAL HOSPITAL OF PLA

Segmented adjustble arm with locking mechanism

PendingEP4487047A4DiagnosticsShafts
A segmented adjustable arm device comprising a segment chain of a plurality of interconnected segments, wherein adjacent ends of each pair of adjacent segments of the segment chain form a ball and socket joint, one of the adjacent ends of each pair of the adjacent segments presenting a spherical or partially spherical plug and the other end of the adjacent ends presenting a socket configured to receive and hold the plug, allowing relative radial motion between the segments of that pair; and a locking mechanism, including a locking train that includes one or a plurality of rigid elements arranged in series along the segment chain, configured, when subjected to applied pressure, to pull the plurality of interconnected segments away from each other, and increase friction at the ball and socket joint to immobilize motion between adjacent segments.
Owner:NOGA ENG & TECH 2008

Robotic system and control dynamics for ocular surgery

A robotic system for performing an ocular surgery includes a robot and an electronic control unit (ECU). The robot includes an end-effector, six or more electric motors connected to or operable for moving six or more links and controllable via the ECU, and all-pose gravity compensation structure. A surgical tool is connected to the end-effector. The robot and surgical tool, in response to electronic control signals from the ECU, perform a surgical task on an eye during the ocular surgery. The ECU includes scaling logic operable for downscaling or limiting a tool force imparted to the eye by the surgical tool and / or a tool velocity of the surgical tool. All-pose gravity compensation minimizes a perceived weight of the surgical tool during the ocular surgery. The robotic system may include a surgeon-operated haptic device / master in which the robot acts as a slave device.
Owner:ALCON INC

Augmented reality assisted joint arthroplasty

Systems and methods of providing augmented reality assisted surgery are disclosed. Certain aspects provide a method including generating a virtual scene comprising one or more virtual elements comprising one or more anatomical elements corresponding to one or more anatomy parts. The method further includes identifying one or more references in an actual physical scene comprising the one or more anatomy parts. The method further includes registering the virtual scene to the one or more references to generate an augmented scene. The method further includes displaying the augmented scene on a display device.
Owner:MATERIALISE NV