Surgical support assembly

a surgical object and support technology, applied in the field of minimally invasive procedures, can solve problems such as the problem of creating separate incisions for separate surgical objects

Inactive Publication Date: 2015-01-01
COVIDIEN LP
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Benefits of technology

Enables the secure positioning and maintenance of surgical objects within a body cavity, allowing for efficient manipulation of other instruments during minimally invasive procedures without the need for multiple incisions, thereby reducing trauma and recovery time.

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Creating separate incisions for separate surgical objects is problematic, as is creating larger incisions through which multiple instruments can be inserted simultaneously.

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[0028]The present disclosure will now describe in detail embodiments of a surgical support apparatus with reference to the drawings in which like reference numerals designate identical or substantially similar parts in each view. Throughout the description, the term “proximal” will refer to the portion of the assembly closest to the operator, whereas the term “distal” will refer to the portion of the assembly farthest from the operator.

[0029]It will be understood that various modifications may be made to the embodiments disclosed herein. Therefore, the above description should not be construed as limiting, but merely as exemplifications of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will envision other modifications within the scope and spirit of the present disclosure.

[0030]Referring initially to FIG. 1, a surgical support apparatus 100 is shown. The surgical support apparatus 100 includes a platform 110 that is disposed over a body surface 500a (FIG. 2). Platform 110 may be attached to ...

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Abstract

A surgical support apparatus is disclosed, including an elongate member, a first tissue penetrating member, and a second tissue penetrating member. The second tissue penetrating member includes two segments hingably attached to each other. A distal portion of the second segment of the second tissue penetrating member includes an engagement surface. The first tissue penetrating member has a distal portion including a receiving surface. The engagement surface radially approaches the receiving surface causing the secure engagement of the first and second tissue penetrating members. Surgical objects can be attached to the surgical support apparatus and supported within an internal body cavity. Also disclosed is a method of assembling the surgical support apparatus in an internal body cavity.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]The present application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13 / 437,142, filed on Apr. 2, 2012, and claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61 / 489,441, filed on May 24, 2011, the entire contents of each are incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Technical Field[0003]This application generally relates to the field of minimally invasive procedures. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a surgical support apparatus for positioning and securing surgical objects within a body cavity.[0004]2. Background of Related Art[0005]Today, many surgical procedures are performed through small incisions in the skin, as compared to the larger incisions typically required in traditional procedures, in an effort to reduce both trauma to the patient and recovery time. Generally, such procedures are referred to as endoscopic, unless performed on the patient's abdomen, in which case ...

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Patent Type & AuthorityApplications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A61B19/00A61B17/00A61B17/34
CPCA61B17/34A61B17/00234A61B2017/3492A61B2017/2927A61B19/26A61B2017/00283A61B1/313A61B90/50
InventorPANDEY, ASHWINI, K.
OwnerCOVIDIEN LP