339 patents
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Endoscopic visualization system comprising an endoscope, a cable and a monitor
16 Jan 24
An endoscopic visualization system (10) includes an endoscopic subsystem (26) comprising an endoscope having an optical channel and an illumination channel, an image sensor operatively coupled to receive light from the optical channel and a solid-state light source operatively coupled to transmit light through the illumination channel; at least one electrical cable extending from the endoscopic subsystem; and a monitor subsystem (12) comprising a frame defining an inner compartment, a display screen and at least one port configured to receive the at least one electrical cable connected to the endoscopic subsystem.
Eric J. Peterson, Walter M. DiBacco
Filed: 25 Jul 18
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Suture passer needle
16 Jan 24
This invention relates to surgical suturing devices and methods by which suture may be passed through tissue during surgery, and, more particularly, to an improved blade of a suture passer needle.
Grady Breslich
Filed: 7 Jun 17
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Orthopedic drill bit with swiveling head
9 Jan 24
An orthopedic drill bit that is configurable to form a first bone tunnel having a first bore when inserted through a bone and a second, larger bore as the drill is partially withdrawn from bone to produce a reverse counterbore for accepting an anchor.
Andrew Kam, Andrew P. Muser
Filed: 23 Dec 21
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Devices and Methods for Applying a Hemostatic Clip Assembly
21 Dec 23
A device for applying a hemostatic clip assembly includes a proximal delivery catheter having a proximal handle assembly, a catheter body defining a longitudinal axis and extending distally from the proximal handle assembly, and a distal clip assembly removably connected to a distal end of the catheter body.
Daniel P. Damato
Filed: 30 Apr 21
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Scissor Style Vessel Sealer with Squeeze Activated Transection
21 Dec 23
A scissor-style vessel sealing having a knife engagement mechanism that will automatically drive a knife between the jaws when the handles are moved into the closed position.
Aaron SZABO
Filed: 3 Nov 21
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Composite Scaffold for the Repair, Reconstruction, and Regeneration of Soft Tissues
14 Dec 23
A composite scaffold having a highly porous interior with increased surface area and void volume is surrounded by a flexible support structure that substantially maintains its three-dimensional shape under tension and provides mechanical reinforcement during repair or reconstruction of soft tissue while simultaneously facilitating regeneration of functional tissue.
Kevin A. Rocco, Bhavana Mohanraj, Jeffrey Ott, Justin Bendigo, Jacob Edward Komenda, Mark Theodore Aronson, Andrew James Carter
Filed: 9 Jun 23
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Composite Scaffold for the Repair, Reconstruction, and Regeneration of Soft Tissues
7 Dec 23
A composite scaffold having a highly porous interior with increased surface area and void volume is surrounded by a flexible support structure that substantially maintains its three-dimensional shape under tension and provides mechanical reinforcement during repair or reconstruction of soft tissue while simultaneously facilitating regeneration of functional tissue.
Kevin A. Rocco, Bhavana Mohanraj, Jeffrey Ott, Justin Bendigo, Jacob Edward Komenda, Mark Theodore Aronson, Andrew James Carter
Filed: 10 Apr 23
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Devices and Methods for Applying a Hemostatic Clip Assembly
30 Nov 23
A device for applying a hemostatic clip assembly includes a proximal delivery catheter having a proximal handle assembly, an elongated catheter body defining a longitudinal axis and extending distally from the proximal handle assembly, and a distal clip assembly removably connected to a distal end of the elongated catheter body.
Michael Barenboym, Daniel P. Damato, Doug Sjostrom
Filed: 30 Apr 21
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System and method for securing tissue to bone
28 Nov 23
Disclosed herein are methods and devices for securing soft tissue to a rigid material such as bone.
Malcolm Heaven, Michael Ko, John P. Greelis, Mikxay Sirivong
Filed: 17 Feb 21
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Drill guide assembly
28 Nov 23
A drill guide to facilitate drilling a hole into a bone and inserting an anchor.
Grady Breslich, Trey Smith
Filed: 10 Aug 21
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Filtering System, Apparatus, and Method
16 Nov 23
Presented are a method and apparatus for evacuation.
Mark C. Szymanski, Michael A. Chimiak, Kyrylo Shvetsov, Gregory Pepe, Samantha Bonano
Filed: 28 Jul 23
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System and Method for Securing Tissue to Bone
16 Nov 23
Disclosed herein are methods and devices for securing soft tissue to a rigid material such as bone.
Malcolm Heaven, John P. Greelis, Mikxay Sirivong, Matthew T. Yurek
Filed: 25 Jul 23
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Coupling Devices for Tube Sets Used with Surgical Gas Delivery Systems
16 Nov 23
A coupling system is disclosed for connecting a tube set to a trocar that includes a multi-lumen trocar having a housing that has a connector extending outwardly from the housing, the connector having a plurality of coaxial flow passages defined therein by a plurality of concentric annular walls, a multi-lumen tube set including a plurality of tubes arranged in a parallel relationship, a coupling including a generally cylindrical body having a first end portion adapted and configured to selectively mate with the coaxial flow passages of the connector of the trocar and a second end portion adapted and configured for attachment to the parallel tubes of the tube set, and a latch assembly operatively associated with the cylindrical body of the coupling for selectively engaging the connector of the trocar housing when the coupling mates with the connector.
Earl M. Zergiebel, Dominick Mastri, Michael J. Augelli, Kenneth Blier
Filed: 25 Jul 23
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Sheathed surgical saw blade with bearings
14 Nov 23
A sheathed blade assembly for minimizing or preventing contact between the moving interior blade and the exterior sheath.
John Sieh, David Gonzalez
Filed: 5 Mar 19
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Uterine Manipulator
9 Nov 23
A uterine manipulator device includes: an elongated cannulated tube having proximal and distal ends, a cervical cup positioned on the elongated cannulated tube with a top distal portion of a first diameter and a base proximal portion of a second smaller diameter, and an occluder assembly comprising an occluder positioned proximally from the cervical cup on the elongated cannulated tube, the occluder having a body with at least one primary rib and at least two secondary ribs, wherein a diameter of at least one secondary rib is smaller than the diameter of the primary rib.
Xiao Wu, Gregory Okoniewski, Ashley Holbrooks
Filed: 17 Jul 23
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Anterior boot for hip distraction
7 Nov 23
A surgical boot system and sleeve accessory for hip distraction.
Benjamin Willard
Filed: 9 May 19
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Coupling devices for tube sets used with surgical gas delivery systems
7 Nov 23
A coupling system is disclosed for connecting a tube set to a trocar that includes a multi-lumen trocar having a housing that has a connector extending outwardly from the housing, the connector having a plurality of coaxial flow passages defined therein by a plurality of concentric annular walls, a multi-lumen tube set including a plurality of tubes arranged in a parallel relationship, a coupling including a generally cylindrical body having a first end portion adapted and configured to selectively mate with the coaxial flow passages of the connector of the trocar and a second end portion adapted and configured for attachment to the parallel tubes of the tube set, and a latch assembly operatively associated with the cylindrical body of the coupling for selectively engaging the connector of the trocar housing when the coupling mates with the connector.
Earl M. Zergiebel, Michael J. Augelli, Kenneth Blier
Filed: 7 Jul 21
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Multi-lumen Shaft Used with Endoscopic Device
26 Oct 23
Briefly, in accordance with one embodiment, a multi-lumen shaft may be used to with an endoscopic instrument.
Andrew Joseph Dusbabek, Scott Arvin Olson, Christen Andrew Springs, Isaac Raijman
Filed: 27 Jun 23
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Articulating Knife Actuator for Electrosurgical Instrument
19 Oct 23
A knife driving assembly that can advance and retract a knife along a knife blade pathway defined by the jaws of the surgical instrument regardless of continuous rotation of the shaft and jaws.
Aaron Szabo, Mason Williams
Filed: 5 Oct 21
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Knotless suture anchor construct
17 Oct 23
A knotless suture anchor construct for securing a tissue in a desired position relative to a bone hole.
Peter Miller, Adrian Bosworth
Filed: 27 Feb 19