Device and system for performing a laparoscopy
The laparoscopic device stabilizes the abdominal wall using a lifting unit with an inflatable support, addressing complexity and infection risks of existing systems, facilitating setup by less skilled personnel and reducing space and personnel needs.
DE102024128167A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-04-02MEDI-CAM GMBH
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE102024128167
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing laparoscopic systems are complex, expensive, require a CO2 gas supply, and need specialized personnel, occupying valuable operating room space and increasing infection risk due to numerous cables and components.
Method used
A laparoscopic device comprising a first and second lifting unit, with an inflatable support section, that lifts and stabilizes the abdominal wall without a CO2 supply or power, allowing for safe and reproducible procedures, and can be set up by less experienced users.
Benefits of technology
The device provides a compact, infection-resistant, and user-friendly laparoscopic system that reduces space requirements and personnel needs, enabling procedures in resource-limited settings.
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Abstract
The invention relates to a device for performing laparoscopy, comprising a first lifting unit 30 for lifting the abdominal wall of a patient P, which is suitable for insertion into the abdominal cavity of a patient, wherein the first lifting unit 30 comprises an insertion channel from the proximal end 32 of the first lifting unit 30 to the distal end 33 of the first lifting unit 30, and a second lifting unit 40 for lifting the abdominal wall of a patient P. The second lifting unit 40 comprises an inflatable support section 44, which is suitable for fixing at least one fixation section 35 of the first lifting unit 30 to the inner surface of a patient's abdominal wall.
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