Intuitive Surgical. has been granted a patent for a surgical instrument featuring a shaft, end effector, and a wrist with a central channel. An insert guide member within the channel includes dual passages, enhancing functionality and design for surgical applications. GlobalData’s report on Intuitive Surgical gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Intuitive Surgical, Surgical robots was a key innovation area identified from patents. Intuitive Surgical's grant share as of June 2024 was 60%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Surgical instrument with an insert guide member for procedures
The patent US12042209B2 describes a surgical instrument designed for enhanced functionality in surgical procedures. The instrument features a shaft, an end effector, and a wrist that connects the two, with a central channel running through the wrist. Within this channel is an insert guide member that includes both an exterior and an interior lateral wall, defining a bore that extends from one end of the guide member to the other. Notably, the insert guide member contains two passages on either side of a longitudinal axis, with each passage comprising a first portion that runs parallel to the longitudinal axis and a second portion that opens radially outward. The design allows for the second portion to exhibit angular displacement and follow a non-helical path, enhancing the instrument's versatility.
Additionally, the surgical instrument incorporates an actuation member within the bore of the insert guide member, which is linked to the end effector. The passages can accommodate flux conduits, such as electrical conductors or optical fibers, which can be connected to the end effector, potentially allowing for the delivery of electrosurgical energy. The end effector may consist of opposing jaw members, and the insert guide member is structured with proximal, intermediate, and distal portions, which can be formed as a single component. The wrist of the instrument may include multiple joints with articulation axes that are oriented in various directions, providing improved maneuverability during surgical operations. The design's unique features, including the non-symmetrical cross-section of the second portion of the insert guide member, contribute to the instrument's innovative approach to surgical tasks.
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