公开(公告)号：US20130150842A1

公开(公告)日：2013-06-13

申请号：US13324863

申请日：2011-12-13

Applicant: William H. Nau, JR. ,  Arlan J. Reschke ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Duane E. Kerr

Inventor： William H. Nau, JR. ,  Arlan J. Reschke ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Duane E. Kerr

IPC: A61B18/00 ,  A61B17/28

CPC classification number: A61B17/295 ,  A61B17/285 ,  A61B17/320092 ,  A61B18/085 ,  A61B18/1445 ,  A61B18/1447 ,  A61B18/1815 ,  A61B18/20 ,  A61B18/22 ,  A61B2017/2933 ,  A61B2018/00011 ,  A61B2018/00601 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/0097 ,  A61B2018/00994 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2018/1807 ,  A61B2090/032 ,  A61B2090/034 ,  A61B2090/036

Abstract: A forceps includes an end effector assembly having first and second jaw members movable relative to one another between a spaced-apart position, a first approximated position, and a second approximated position. One or both of the jaw members including a first stop member coupled thereto and disposed between the jaw members. The first stop member is longitudinally translatable along a surface of the at least one jaw member from a first position, wherein the first stop member inhibits approximation of the jaw members beyond the first approximated position, and a second position, wherein the first stop member inhibits approximation of the jaw members beyond the second approximated position.

Abstract translation: 镊子包括端部执行器组件，其具有第一和第二钳口构件，所述第一和第二钳口构件可在间隔开的位置，第一近似位置和第二近似位置之间相对于彼此移动。 一个或两个钳口构件包括与其连接并设置在钳口构件之间的第一止动构件。 所述第一止动件可沿着所述至少一个钳口构件的表面从第一位置纵向平移，其中所述第一止动构件抑制所述钳口构件超过所述第一近似位置的近似值，以及第二位置，其中所述第一阻挡构件禁止 钳口构件的近似值超过第二近似位置。

公开(公告)号：US20130085516A1

公开(公告)日：2013-04-04

申请号：US13251380

申请日：2011-10-03

Applicant: Duane E. Kerr ,  James D. Allen, IV ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Allan J. Evans ,  Russell D. Hempstead ,  Glenn A. Horner ,  Mark J. Huseman ,  Daniel A. Joseph ,  Arlan J. Reschke ,  Robert M. Sharp

Inventor： Duane E. Kerr ,  James D. Allen, IV ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Allan J. Evans ,  Russell D. Hempstead ,  Glenn A. Horner ,  Mark J. Huseman ,  Daniel A. Joseph ,  Arlan J. Reschke ,  Robert M. Sharp

IPC: A61B17/285 ,  B23P19/00

CPC classification number: A61B18/1445 ,  A61B17/282 ,  A61B17/295 ,  A61B17/3213 ,  A61B18/085 ,  A61B18/1442 ,  A61B18/18 ,  A61B2017/0023 ,  A61B2017/00473 ,  A61B2017/2933 ,  A61B2017/2937 ,  A61B2017/2939 ,  A61B2017/2946 ,  A61B2018/00345 ,  A61B2018/00404 ,  A61B2018/00589 ,  A61B2018/00595 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/0097 ,  A61B2018/1452 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2018/1462 ,  Y10T29/49815

Abstract: A forceps includes an end effector assembly having first and second jaw members movable between a spaced-apart position and an approximated position for grasping tissue therebetween. A knife assembly having a cutting blade disposed at a distal end thereof is also provided. The knife assembly is translatable relative to the end effector assembly between a retracted position and an extended position, wherein the cutting blade extends between the jaw members to cut tissue grasped therebetween. The knife assembly includes a proximal component and a first distal component that includes the cutting blade. The proximal and first distal components are removably coupled to one another to facilitate replacement of the first distal component while the end effector assembly remains in a substantially assembled condition, i.e., without requiring substantial disassembly of the end effector assembly.

Abstract translation: 镊子包括末端执行器组件，其具有第一和第二钳口构件，该第一和第二钳口构件可以在间隔开的位置和近似位置之间移动，用于抓住它们之间的组织。 还提供了具有设置在其远端处的切割刀片的刀组件。 刀组件相对于端部执行器组件在缩回位置和延伸位置之间是可平移的，其中切割刀片在夹爪构件之间延伸以切割夹在其间的组织。 刀组件包括近端部件和包括切割刀片的第一远端部件。 近端和第一远侧部件可拆卸地彼此联接以有助于更换第一远端部件，同时端部执行器组件保持基本组装的状态，即不需要实际拆卸端部执行器组件。

公开(公告)号：US20120209263A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-16

申请号：US13028810

申请日：2011-02-16

Applicant: Robert M. Sharp ,  William H. Nau, JR. ,  Glenn A. Horner ,  Duane E. Kerr ,  Kristel L. Ambrosius

Inventor： Robert M. Sharp ,  William H. Nau, JR. ,  Glenn A. Horner ,  Duane E. Kerr ,  Kristel L. Ambrosius

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B18/1445 ,  A61B2017/0023 ,  A61B2018/00601 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2018/1495

Abstract: A surgical instrument includes an active electrode coupled to a source of electrosurgical energy. The active electrode includes a tissue-contacting surface on an exterior surface of the instrument such that the tissue-contacting surface of the active electrode may intimately engage tissue. A replacement electrode includes a tissue-contacting surface, and is located in an interior cavity of the instrument. A seal is formed between the active electrode and the interior cavity of the instrument such that the tissue-contacting-surface of the replacement electrode is isolated from contamination exposed to the exterior of the instrument. The active electrode is removable from the instrument to expose the tissue-contacting surface of the replacement electrode, and the replacement electrode is connectable to the source of electrosurgical energy when the active electrode is removed.

Abstract translation: 手术器械包括耦合到电外科能源的活性电极。 活性电极包括在仪器的外表面上的组织接触表面，使得有源电极的组织接触表面可以紧密接合组织。 替代电极包括组织接触表面，并且位于仪器的内部空腔中。 在活性电极和仪器的内腔之间形成密封，使得替换电极的组织接触表面与暴露于仪器外部的污染物分离。 活性电极可从仪器上取出，以暴露置换电极的组织接触表面，当去除有效电极时，替换电极可连接到电外科手术能源。

公开(公告)号：US07877853B2

公开(公告)日：2011-02-01

申请号：US12234128

申请日：2008-09-19

Applicant: Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  David W. Hixson ,  Chelsea Shields ,  Darion Peterson ,  Jeremy James ,  David M. Garrison ,  Michael R. Warzecha ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Duane E. Kerr

Inventor： Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  David W. Hixson ,  Chelsea Shields ,  Darion Peterson ,  Jeremy James ,  David M. Garrison ,  Michael R. Warzecha ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Duane E. Kerr

IPC: H01S4/00

CPC classification number: A61B18/1445 ,  A61B2017/00526 ,  A61B2018/146 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/49117 ,  Y10T29/49204 ,  Y10T29/49208

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an end effector assembly for sealing tissue includes the initial step of providing first and second electrically conductive sealing plates. The method also includes the steps of: encasing at least one of the electrically conductive sealing plates in a substantially moldable insulative material; applying a load to the electrically conductive sealing plates; allowing the insulative material to deform to create a gap between the sealing plates between about 0.001 inches to about 0.010 inches; and allowing the insulative material to cure.

Abstract translation: 用于制造用于密封组织的端部执行器组件的方法包括提供第一和第二导电密封板的初始步骤。 该方法还包括以下步骤：将至少一个导电密封板封装在基本上可模制的绝缘材料中; 对导电密封板施加载荷; 允许绝缘材料变形以在密封板之间产生约0.001英寸至约0.010英寸之间的间隙; 并允许绝缘材料固化。

公开(公告)号：US07877852B2

公开(公告)日：2011-02-01

申请号：US12234087

申请日：2008-09-19

Applicant: Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  David W. Hixson ,  Chelsea Shields ,  Darion Peterson ,  Jeremy James ,  David M. Garrison ,  Michael R. Warzecha ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Duane E. Kerr

Inventor： Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  David W. Hixson ,  Chelsea Shields ,  Darion Peterson ,  Jeremy James ,  David M. Garrison ,  Michael R. Warzecha ,  Edward M. Chojin ,  Duane E. Kerr

IPC: H01S4/00

CPC classification number: A61B18/1445 ,  A61B18/148 ,  A61B2018/00083 ,  A61B2018/00345 ,  A61B2018/00404 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/1412 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/49117 ,  Y10T29/49208

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an end effector assembly for sealing tissue includes the initial step of providing a pair of first and second jaw members each including an inwardly facing electrically conductive sealing surface. The method also includes the steps of: coating the inwardly facing electrically conductive sealing surface of one or both jaw members with an insulative material, the coating having a thickness within the range of about 0.001 inches to about 0.010 inches; allowing the insulative material to cure onto the inwardly facing electrically conductive sealing surface; removing a portion of the insulative material from the inwardly facing electrically conductive sealing surface to form a series of stop members arranged thereacross; and assembling the pair of first and second jaw members about a pivot such that the two inwardly facing electrically conductive sealing surfaces are substantially opposed to each other in pivotal relation relative to one another.

Abstract translation: 用于制造用于密封组织的端部执行器组件的方法包括提供一对第一和第二钳口构件的初始步骤，每个钳口构件包括面向内的导电密封表面。 该方法还包括以下步骤：用绝缘材料涂覆一个或两个卡爪构件的朝内的导电密封表面，该涂层的厚度在约0.001英寸至约0.010英寸的范围内; 允许绝缘材料固化到面向内的导电密封表面上; 从面向内的导电密封表面移除绝缘材料的一部分，以形成一系列在其上布置的止动件; 以及将所述一对第一和第二钳口构件围绕枢轴组装成使得所述两个向内的导电密封表面彼此基本上彼此相对地相对地枢转。

公开(公告)号：US08961513B2

公开(公告)日：2015-02-24

申请号：US13358136

申请日：2012-01-25

Applicant: James D. Allen, IV ,  Gary M. Couture ,  James S. Cunningham ,  David M. Garrison ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Jason T. Sanders ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Jeffrey R. Unger

Inventor： James D. Allen, IV ,  Gary M. Couture ,  James S. Cunningham ,  David M. Garrison ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Jason T. Sanders ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Jeffrey R. Unger

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/1442 ,  A61B18/1445 ,  A61B2017/2825 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2018/1465

Abstract: A surgical instrument is provided. The surgical instrument includes an end effector assembly including first and second jaw members moveable relative to one another between a first, spaced-apart position and a second position proximate tissue, wherein, in the second position, the jaw members cooperate to define a cavity that is configured to receive tissue between the jaw members and a resilient electrically conductive sealing surface operably coupled to at least one jaw member, the resilient electrically conductive sealing surface selectively positionable from a first unflexed position to a second flexed position.

Abstract translation: 提供手术器械。 手术器械包括端部执行器组件，其包括第一和第二钳口构件，所述第一和第二钳口构件可相对于彼此在第一间隔开的位置和靠近组织的第二位置之间相对移动，其中，在第二位置，钳口构件协作以限定腔 构造成在钳口构件之间接收组织，并且弹性导电密封表面可操作地联接到至少一个钳口构件，所述弹性导电密封表面可选择性地从第一未弯曲位置定位到第二弯曲位置。

公开(公告)号：US20130190753A1

公开(公告)日：2013-07-25

申请号：US13357979

申请日：2012-01-25

Applicant: David M. Garrison ,  James D. Allen, IV ,  Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Duane E. Kerr ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Peter M. Mueller ,  Kim V. Brandt ,  James S. Cunningham ,  Keir Hart ,  Daniel A. Joseph ,  Jason T. Sanders ,  Robert M. Sharp

Inventor： David M. Garrison ,  James D. Allen, IV ,  Jeffrey R. Unger ,  Duane E. Kerr ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Peter M. Mueller ,  Kim V. Brandt ,  James S. Cunningham ,  Keir Hart ,  Daniel A. Joseph ,  Jason T. Sanders ,  Robert M. Sharp

IPC: A61B17/28 ,  A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/1445 ,  A61B17/29 ,  A61B18/12 ,  A61B18/1206 ,  A61B2017/2902 ,  A61B2017/2905 ,  A61B2017/2936 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2090/034

Abstract: A forceps is provided and includes a housing having a shaft. An end effector assembly operatively connects to a distal end of the shaft and includes a pair of first and second jaw members. One or both of the first and second jaw members is movable relative to the other jaw member from a clamping position to an open position. A resilient member operably couples to at least one of the first and second jaw members. The resilient member is configured to bias the first and second jaw members in the clamping position and provide a closure force on tissue disposed therebetween.

Abstract translation: 提供镊子并且包括具有轴的壳体。 端部执行器组件可操作地连接到轴的远端并且包括一对第一和第二钳口构件。 第一和第二钳口构件中的一个或两个可相对于另一夹爪构件从夹紧位置移动到打开位置。 弹性构件可操作地联接到第一和第二钳口构件中的至少一个。 弹性构件构造成在夹紧位置偏置第一和第二钳口构件，并且在其间设置的组织上提供闭合力。

公开(公告)号：US20120172873A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-05

申请号：US13415471

申请日：2012-03-08

Applicant: Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp

Inventor： Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B18/1442 ,  A61B18/1206 ,  A61B34/76 ,  A61B2018/00404 ,  A61B2018/00601 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00916 ,  A61B2018/126 ,  A61B2018/1412 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2090/034 ,  A61B2090/065

Abstract: A bipolar electrosurgical instrument includes a housing and an elongated shaft. An end effector is coupled to a distal end of the elongated shaft. A handle assembly includes a movable handle movable relative to a fixed handle for effecting movement of the jaw members from a first position to a second position. Each jaw member is configured to connect to a source of electrosurgical energy. A switch is disposed on the fixed handle and configured to be depressed between a first position and at least one subsequent position upon biasing engagement with a switch engaging surface disposed on the movable handle. The first position of the switch causes the relay of information to the user corresponding to a desired pressure on tissue grasped between the jaw members and the at least one subsequent position is configured to activate the source of electrosurgical energy.

Abstract translation: 双极电外科器械包括壳体和细长轴。 端部执行器联接到细长轴的远端。 手柄组件包括可相对于固定手柄移动的可移动手柄，用于使夹爪构件从第一位置移动到第二位置。 每个钳口构件被构造成连接到电外科能源。 开关设置在固定手柄上，并且构造成在与设置在可移动手柄上的开关接合表面偏置接合时在第一位置和至少一个后续位置之间被压下。 开关的第一位置使得对应于在钳夹构件和至少一个后续位置之间抓握的组织上的期望压力的对象的信息的继电器被配置为激活电外科能量源。

公开(公告)号：US09345534B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-24

申请号：US13415471

申请日：2012-03-08

Applicant: Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp

Inventor： Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp

IPC: A61B18/14 ,  A61B18/00 ,  A61B19/00

CPC classification number: A61B18/1442 ,  A61B18/1206 ,  A61B34/76 ,  A61B2018/00404 ,  A61B2018/00601 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00916 ,  A61B2018/126 ,  A61B2018/1412 ,  A61B2018/1455 ,  A61B2090/034 ,  A61B2090/065

Abstract: A bipolar electrosurgical instrument includes a housing and an elongated shaft. An end effector is coupled to a distal end of the elongated shaft. A handle assembly includes a movable handle movable relative to a fixed handle for effecting movement of the jaw members from a first position to a second position. Each jaw member is configured to connect to a source of electrosurgical energy. A switch is disposed on the fixed handle and configured to be depressed between a first position and at least one subsequent position upon biasing engagement with a switch engaging surface disposed on the movable handle. The first position of the switch causes the relay of information to the user corresponding to a desired pressure on tissue grasped between the jaw members and the at least one subsequent position is configured to activate the source of electrosurgical energy.

Abstract translation: 双极电外科器械包括壳体和细长轴。 端部执行器联接到细长轴的远端。 手柄组件包括可相对于固定手柄移动的可移动手柄，用于使夹爪构件从第一位置移动到第二位置。 每个钳口构件被构造成连接到电外科能源。 开关设置在固定手柄上，并且构造成在与设置在可移动手柄上的开关接合表面偏置接合时在第一位置和至少一个后续位置之间被压下。 开关的第一位置使得对应于在钳夹构件和至少一个后续位置之间抓握的组织上的期望压力的对象的信息的继电器被配置为激活电外科能量源。

公开(公告)号：USD748260S1

公开(公告)日：2016-01-26

申请号：US29415267

申请日：2012-03-08

Applicant: Shu Kuen Chang ,  Stephan Merkle ,  Subrat K. Samantray ,  Grant T. Sims ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Roland J. Wyatt

Designer： Shu Kuen Chang ,  Stephan Merkle ,  Subrat K. Samantray ,  Grant T. Sims ,  Sean T. O'Neill ,  Ryan C. Artale ,  Tony Moua ,  Robert M. Sharp ,  Roland J. Wyatt