Position gauge for surgical instruments
The position gauge with a perpendicular pin and level ensures accurate angular positioning of surgical instruments, addressing the challenge of visual judgment reliance and reducing surgical complications.
WO2026155814A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-07-23ALLIANCE VETERINARY SURGERY PLLC
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ALLIANCE VETERINARY SURGERY PLLC
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-23
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Hand-held motorized surgical instruments face challenges in achieving precise angular positioning during surgery due to reliance on visual judgment alone, leading to potential trauma or complications.
Method used
A position gauge comprising a base plate with a perpendicular pin and a liquid-filled level indicating precise angular positioning, which can be attached to or integrated with surgical instruments, ensuring accurate alignment through visual feedback.
Benefits of technology
Enables surgeons to achieve precise angular positioning of surgical instruments, reducing surgical trauma by providing real-time visual alignment guidance during operations.
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Abstract
A position gauge for a surgical instrument is formed from a base plate having an upper surface and a lower surface, a pin extending from the lower surface of the base plate at an angle perpendicular to a plane of the lower surface of the base plate, and a level arranged on the upper surface of the base plate. The level is a circular level having an enclosed chamber filled with liquid and a gas bubble disposed in the chamber. A position of the gas bubble in a center of the chamber indicates a position perpendicular to horizontal. The chamber contains a marking that indicates the position perpendicular to horizontal, when the bubble is located within the marking. The position gauge is inserted into a channel in a motorized surgical instrument so that the level can indicate the correct vertical position of the instrument to the surgeon during surgery.
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