Mechanical Tissue Coupling System for Minimizing Trauma
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional suturing methods for tissue coupling are time-consuming and cause additional tissue damage, necessitating faster and less invasive procedures for both surface and subcutaneous wounds.
Innovation Solution
A mechanical tissue coupling system comprising identical or dissolvable tissue grasping assemblies with gripping structures and a joining assembly, applied using an applicator with forceps and a disengaging mechanism, allowing for secure and efficient tissue coupling without extensive suturing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional suturing methods are used to couple tissue together, then tissue coupling is achieved, but the procedure becomes time-consuming and causes additional tissue damage
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the tissue coupling function into separate modular components: tissue grasping assemblies (with gripping structures) that can be independently positioned on each tissue side, and a joining assembly that connects them. This segmentation allows simultaneous operation on multiple tissue sides without sequential suture placement, reducing procedure time and tissue trauma.
Solution Approach 2:
The joining assembly acts as an intermediary component that connects the first and second tissue grasping assemblies. This mediator structure enables the two tissue sides to be coupled together through a single integrated device rather than multiple separate suture operations, thereby speeding up the procedure and minimizing additional tissue manipulation and damage.
2Reliability
If multiple sutures are used for extensive tissue coupling, then secure tissue connection is achieved, but the procedure time increases substantially
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple suture functions into a single integrated device that simultaneously grasps and secures both tissue sides. The first and second tissue grasping assemblies work together with the joining assembly to achieve extensive tissue coupling in one operation rather than requiring multiple separate suture placements, thereby maintaining security while reducing procedure time.
Solution Approach 2:
The tissue grasping assemblies incorporate multiple gripping structures that can simultaneously engage multiple points on the tissue, providing multi-functional securing capability. This universal design allows a single device to perform the work of multiple sutures, ensuring reliable tissue connection without increasing procedure duration.
3Ease of operation
If traditional suture structures are used, then tissue coupling is achieved, but further tissue damage occurs due to extensive manipulation
Solution Approach 1:
The tissue grasping assemblies are pre-configured with gripping structures designed to gently engage tissue without requiring extensive manipulation. The structures are prepared in advance to match the tissue geometry, allowing straightforward application that minimizes additional tissue trauma while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The gripping structures incorporate flexible elements that can conform to tissue surfaces without requiring forceful insertion or manipulation. This flexibility allows the device to adapt to tissue geometry smoothly, reducing mechanical trauma while maintaining ease of application and secure coupling.
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AI summary
A mechanical tissue coupling system that includes a first side tissue grasping assembly, a second side tissue grasping assembly and a joining assembly. The joining assembly is structurally configured to join the first side tissue grasping assembly to the second side tissue grasping assembly. An applicator is likewise disclosed as is a method of using the system and the applicator.