Abstract:
A surgical irrigation system comprises a reusable console and a disposable pump unit. The disposable pump unit includes a pump/motor module which includes a pump and a motor for driving the pump. The module is adapted to be mechanically supported within a seat in the console. The console produces a direct voltage at a pair of terminals within the seat. When the pump/motor is placed within the seat, the console terminals are connected to contacts on the module to provide a source of direct voltage for the pump motor. In the preferred embodiment, the disposable unit includes a handpiece and an irrigation valve. A flow sensing device within the outlet tube if the pump/motor module is actuated when the valve is open to turn the motor on and drive the pump. When the valve is closed, the flow sensing device turns the motor off.
Abstract:
A handpiece (10) for a surgical irrigation and suction device includes a trigger operated valving mechanism which controls the release of irrigation fluid. The valving mechanism includes a flexible tube (38) which defines a portion of the irrigation conduit (40). The valving mechanism further includes a hook and rib arrangement (84, 86, 88) in which the flexible tube (38) can be drawn into a V-shaped kinked configuration which closes off flow through the tube. The spring (90) is connected to a trigger (24) which, when squeezed, shifts positions of the spring (90) to release the kink and permit liquid flow. An irrigation wand (16) may be provided with a special nozzle (108) which directs a plurality of streams of irrigation fluid in a single plane spray pattern. A retainer clip (74) may be provided to prevent inadvertent separation of the wands (16, 18).
Abstract:
Surgical instruments and their methods of use are disclosed. In some embodiments, the surgical instrument may include a handle (4) and an elongated shaft assembly (6) extending distally from the handle. The surgical instrument may also include a fastener deployment system (15) for deploying fasteners (30) from the elongated shaft assembly including a reciprocating driveshaft (26) disposed within the elongated shaft assembly. The driveshaft may include an internal channel and at least one guide surface (136) shaped and arranged to maintain an orientation of at least one fastener in the channel of the driveshaft. In other embodiments, the fastener deployment system may include a follower (34) disposed within the elongated shaft assembly for displacing one or more fasteners within the elongated shaft assembly towards a distal fastener deployment position.
Abstract:
A surgical irrigator comprises a pumping unit connected to a handpiece by means of elongated irrigation tubing. The pumping unit includes an impeller, batteries and a battery powered motor to drive the impeller. The handpiece includes an irrigation valve which, when depressed, opens the valve and permits irrigation liquid to flow to the surgical site. A flow sensing device is positioned at the outlet of the pumping unit. When the irrigation valve is opened, liquid flow through the flow sensing device under the influence of gravity causes a float to move with the liquid. A light source provides a light beam which is interrupted by movement of the float. This is detected by a photosensor which generates a signal to turn the motor on, causing the pump to operate. A battery isolator switch is provided which interrupts the circuit between the batteries and motor so that the device cannot be turned on during transit and storage. A one-way valve connected between the source of irrigation liquid and pump maintains the liquid in the irrigator at a pressure above atmospheric when the irrigation valve is closed. The pumping unit includes an inlet which is connected to one end of a short flexible tube, the other end of which is connected to a standard spike for connecting the pumping unit to an irrigation bag. The pumping unit also includes clips which support the pumping unit on IV pole or the like. The spike is coated with silicone which makes it relatively easy to connect the pumping unit to the irrigation bag.
Abstract:
A surgical instrument is disclosed and comprises: a handle; an elongated shaft assembly extending distally from the handle. The elongated shaft assembly includes an articulable portion; and an articulation control associated with the elongated shaft assembly. The articulation control is movable between a first position in which the elongated shaft assembly is arranged in a first articulation position and a second position in which the elongated shaft assembly is arranged in a second articulation position. The articulation control includes a blocking portion; and a fastener deployment system including a locking member. The blocking portion of the articulation control is aligned with the locking member when the articulation control is located in the first position; The blocking portion of the articulation control is not aligned with the locking member when the articulation control is located in the second position.
Abstract:
Embodiments of a surgical instrument and its methods of use are disclosed. The disclosed embodiments of a surgical instrument may include a handle and an elongated shaft assembly distally extending from the handle. The elongated shaft assembly may include an articulable portion. An articulation control may be associated with the elongated shaft assembly. The articulation control may be movable between a first position in which the elongated shaft assembly is arranged in a first articulation position and a second position in which the elongated shaft assembly is arranged in a second articulation position. The surgical instrument may include a fastener deployment system with a locking member. The articulation control may block movement of the locking member when the articulation control is located in the first position. The articulation control may also permit movement of the locking member when the articulation control is located in the second position.
Abstract:
A surgical irrigation system comprises a reusable console and a disposable pump unit. The disposable pump unit includes a pump/motor module which includes a pump and a motor for driving the pump. The module is adapted to be mechanically supported within a seat in the console. The console produces a direct voltage at a pair of terminals within the seat. When the pump/motor is placed within the seat, the console terminals are connected to contacts on the module to provide a source of direct voltage for the pump motor. In the preferred embodiment, the disposable unit includes a handpiece and an irrigation valve. A flow sensing device within the outlet tube if the pump/motor module is actuated when the valve is open to turn the motor on and drive the pump. When the valve is closed, the flow sensing device turns the motor off.
Abstract:
A surgical instrument is disclosed and comprises a handle; and an elongated shaft assembly extending distally from the handle which includes an articulable portion with an articulation direction. The elongated shaft assembly comprises a first tubular member including a first flexible portion including a first plurality of slots and at least a first spine extending along a length of the first flexible portion, and a second tubular member including a second flexible portion including a second plurality of slots and at least a second spine extending along a length of the second flexible portion. The first tubular member and the second tubular member are axially fixed relative to one another at a position distal from the first flexible portion and the second flexible portion. The instrument also comprises a third tubular member including a third flexible portion with a third plurality of slots, a third spine, and a fourth spine extending along a length of the third flexible portion. The first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the third tubular member are coaxially located, and the third tubular member is rotatable relative to the first tubular member and/or the second tubular member.