Various types of otomy control devices that secure a periphery and/or adjacent tissue of a target otomy site and maintain the size of an otomy through a single wall of a vessel, organ, or lumen within the body. Among other things, this can reduce unintentional trauma, dilation, contraction, or locomotion of an otomy during a surgical procedure. They also can serve a beneficial purpose of allowing immediate communication between lumens before the complete creation of A permanent anastomosis. In some embodiments, magnetic compression anastomosis devices and/or other devices can be deployed through a channel of the otomy control device such as for deployment in a distal lumen.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
2.
MAGNETIC COMPRESSION ANASTOMOSIS DEVICE WITH MULTIPIECE VERTEBRA
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a plurality of interconnected vertebrae including a first vertebra and a second vertebra, wherein each of the first vertebra and the second vertebra is a multipiece vertebra comprising a magnet at least partially encapsulated by a vertebra skin, and wherein the first vertebra and the second vertebra are interconnected by a cylindrical roller and at least one flex element, the roller and the at least one flex element at least partially encapsulated by the first vertebra skin and the second vertebra skin, the roller configured to allow the first and second vertebra to pivot through a predetermined range of rotation in a device plane between at least a delivery configuration and an assembled configuration while constraining movement in other degrees of freedom, the at least one flex element biasing the first and second vertebra toward the assembled configuration.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
3.
ANASTOMOSIS DEVICE WITH SENSOR FOR EXTRACORPOREAL SENSING AND MANIPULATION
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61F 2/00 - Filters implantable into blood vesselsProstheses, i.e. artificial substitutes or replacements for parts of the bodyAppliances for connecting them with the bodyDevices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents
A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
4.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR FORMING ANASTOMOSES
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
5.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS RELATED DEVICES USING SURGICAL ROBOTS
Certain embodiments include a self-contained “cartridge” style device that is designed to work with laparoscopic robotic surgery systems, e.g., to be manipulated or actuated by the robotic surgery system to deliver devices intended to create or assist in the creation of magnetic-based compression anastomoses in the GI tract. Embodiments may include a cartridge, a series of cartridges, or other delivery method for delivery of magnetic anastomosis devices and related devices such as otomy formation/access devices (e.g., cutting or energy-based devices), otomy control devices (e.g., a grommet, or other otomy control device), implants (e.g., polymer or shape-memory material implants), etc. using surgical robots. The cutting or energy-based otomy formation features may be integral to the cartridge assembly.
Certain embodiments include a self-contained “cartridge” style device that is designed to work with laparoscopic robotic surgery systems, e.g., to be manipulated or actuated by the robotic surgery system to deliver devices intended to create or assist in the creation of magnetic-based compression anastomoses in the GI tract. Embodiments may include a cartridge, a series of cartridges, or other delivery method for delivery of magnetic anastomosis devices and related devices such as otomy formation/access devices (e.g., cutting or energy-based devices), otomy control devices (e.g., a grommet, or other otomy control device), implants (e.g., polymer or shape-memory material implants), etc. using surgical robots. The cutting or energy-based otomy formation features may be integral to the cartridge assembly.
Additionally, the cartridge housing may be comprised of a material capable of conducting RF energy.
Compression anastomosis devices include a tissue-engaging surface having a substantially cylindrical profile. The substantially cylindrical profile generally provides a progressive heal zone including a high pressure"kill zone."The anastomosis devices may be comprised of a plurality of magnetic segments arranged in an annular geometry, e.g., a polygon or circle. The anastomosis device may also be a continuous, non-segmented magnet, or other compression anastomosis device. The compression anastomosis device is deployed into a body lumen, e.g., endoscopically and/or laparoscopically, at a target site. A second compression anastomosis device can be placed at an adjacent target site, e.g., in an adjacent lumen. The compression anastomosis devices are brought together and mate, e.g., magnetically, creating an anastomosis.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
7.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR FORMING ANASTOMOSES
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
8.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS RELATED DEVICES USING SURGICAL ROBOTS
Certain embodiments include a self-contained "cartridge" style device that is designed to work with laparoscopic robotic surgery systems, e.g., to be manipulated or actuated by the robotic surgery system to deliver devices intended to create or assist in the creation of magnetic-based compression anastomoses in the GI tract. Embodiments may include a cartridge, a series of cartridges, or other delivery method for delivery of magnetic anastomosis devices and related devices such as otomy formation/access devices (e.g., cutting or energy-based devices), otomy control devices (e.g., a grommet, or other otomy control device), implants (e.g., polymer or shape-memory material implants), etc. using surgical robots. The cutting or energy-based otomy formation features may be integral to the cartridge assembly. Additionally, the cartridge housing may be comprised of a material capable of conducting RF energy.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
9.
MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES WITH VARYING MAGNETIC FORCE AT A DISTANCE
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
10.
Anastomosis device with sensor for extracorporeal sensing and manipulation
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
11.
MAGNETIC COMPRESSION ANASTOMOSIS DEVICE WITH MULTIPIECE VERTEBRA
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a plurality of interconnected vertebrae including a first vertebra and a second vertebra, wherein each of the first vertebra and the second vertebra is a multipiece vertebra comprising a magnet at least partially encapsulated by a vertebra skin, and wherein the first vertebra and the second vertebra are interconnected by a cylindrical roller and at least one flex element, the roller and the at least one flex element at least partially encapsulated by the first vertebra skin and the second vertebra skin, the roller configured to allow the first and second vertebra to pivot through a predetermined range of rotation in a device plane between at least a delivery configuration and an assembled configuration while constraining movement in other degrees of freedom, the at least one flex element biasing the first and second vertebra toward the assembled configuration.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
Various types of otomy control devices that secure a periphery and/or adjacent tissue of a target otomy site and maintain the size of an otomy through a single wall of a vessel, organ, or lumen within the body. Among other things, this can reduce unintentional trauma, dilation, contraction, or locomotion of an otomy during a surgical procedure. They also can serve a beneficial purpose of allowing immediate communication between lumens before the complete creation of A permanent anastomosis. In some embodiments, magnetic compression anastomosis devices and/or other devices can be deployed through a channel of the otomy control device such as for deployment in a distal lumen.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgeryManipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
A delivery system includes a reloadable handpiece to which cartridges of various configurations can be attached and operated to deliver otomy control devices, magnetic compression anastomosis devices, and/or other devices for anastomosis procedures. The handpiece generally includes a deployment mechanism (e.g., including a pusher) configured to control deployment of the at least one implant from a distal end of an attached cartridge and at least one actuator allowing a user to operate the deployment mechanism. The at least one actuator may include an implant delivery actuator and a suture release actuator.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
16.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF OTOMY SUPPORT AND ANASTOMOSIS CREATION DEVICES
A delivery system includes a reloadable handpiece to which cartridges of various configurations can be attached and operated to deliver otomy control devices, magnetic compression anastomosis devices, and/or other devices for anastomosis procedures. The handpiece generally includes a deployment mechanism (e.g., including a pusher) configured to control deployment of the at least one implant from a distal end of an attached cartridge and at least one actuator allowing a user to operate the deployment mechanism. The at least one actuator may include an implant delivery actuator and a suture release actuator.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
17.
Pressure profile magnetic compression anastomosis devices
Compression anastomosis devices having a plurality of distinct pressure profile zones on the surface of the device. The anastomosis devices may be comprised of a plurality of magnetic connecting members arranged in an annular geometry, e.g., a polygon or circle. The anastomosis device may also be a continuous, non-segmented magnet, or other compression anastomosis device. The compression anastomosis device is deployed into a body lumen, e.g., endoscopically and/or laparoscopically, at a target site. A second compression anastomosis device is placed at an adjacent target site in an adjacent lumen. The compression anastomosis devices are brought together and mate, e.g., magnetically, creating an anastomosis.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
18.
Systems, devices, and methods for endoscope or laparoscope magnetic navigation
Various embodiments incorporate an “end effector” in a magnetic anastomosis device system. The end effector is located between the handle of an endoscope or laparoscope and the distal end of the catheter. The end effector engages with and secures the magnetic anastomosis device assembly within a body lumen. The end effector is able to hold a magnetic device or devices with a tensile strength of 0-10 lbs. The end effector is small enough that two instruments of 1.8 mm diameter or smaller may be placed in a 3.7 mm working channel of an endoscope.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgeryManipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
21.
Magnetic anastomosis devices with varying magnetic force at a distance
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
22.
Systems, devices, and methods for forming anastomoses
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
23.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRESERVING AND MANIPULATING OF ACUTE OTOMIES
Various types of otomy control devices that secure a periphery and/or adjacent tissue of a target otomy site and maintain the size of an otomy through a single wall of a vessel, organ, or lumen within the body. Among other things, this can reduce unintentional trauma, dilation, contraction, or locomotion of an otomy during a surgical procedure. They also can serve a beneficial purpose of allowing immediate communication between lumens before the complete creation of A permanent anastomosis. In some embodiments, magnetic compression anastomosis devices and/or other devices can be deployed through a channel of the otomy control device such as for deployment in a distal lumen.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
A61F 2/844 - Devices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents folded prior to deployment
A61F 2/86 - Stents in a form characterised by wire-like elementsStents in a form characterised by a net-like or mesh-like structure
A61F 2/95 - Instruments specially adapted for placement or removal of stents or stent-grafts
24.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRESERVING AND MANIPULATING OF ACUTE OTOMIES
Various types of otomy control devices that secure a periphery and/or adjacent tissue of a target otomy site and maintain the size of an otomy through a single wall of a vessel, organ, or lumen within the body. Among other things, this can reduce unintentional trauma, dilation, contraction, or locomotion of an otomy during a surgical procedure. They also can serve a beneficial purpose of allowing immediate communication between lumens before the complete creation of A permanent anastomosis. In some embodiments, magnetic compression anastomosis devices and/or other devices can be deployed through a channel of the otomy control device such as for deployment in a distal lumen.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
25.
Systems, devices, and methods for endoscope or laparoscopic magnetic navigation
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action, e.g. the staples being applied simultaneously
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
26.
PRESSURE PROFILE MAGNETIC COMPRESSION ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES
Compression anastomosis devices having a plurality of distinct pressure profile zones on the surface of the device. The anastomosis devices may be comprised of a plurality of magnetic connecting members arranged in an annular geometry, e.g., a polygon or circle. The anastomosis device may also be a continuous, non-segmented magnet, or other compression anastomosis device. The compression anastomosis device is deployed into a body lumen, e.g., endoscopically and/or laparoscopically, at a target site. A second compression anastomosis device is placed at an adjacent target site in an adjacent lumen. The compression anastomosis devices are brought together and mate, e.g., magnetically, creating an anastomosis.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
Compression anastomosis devices having a plurality of distinct pressure profile zones on the surface of the device. The anastomosis devices may be comprised of a plurality of magnetic connecting members arranged in an annular geometry, e.g., a polygon or circle. The anastomosis device may also be a continuous, non-segmented magnet, or other compression anastomosis device. The compression anastomosis device is deployed into a body lumen, e.g., endoscopically and/or laparoscopically, at a target site. A second compression anastomosis device is placed at an adjacent target site in an adjacent lumen. The compression anastomosis devices are brought together and mate, e.g., magnetically, creating an anastomosis.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
28.
Systems, devices, and methods for endoscope or laparoscope magnetic navigation
Various embodiments incorporate an “end effector” in a magnetic anastomosis device system. The end effector is located between the handle of an endoscope or laparoscope and the distal end of the catheter. The end effector engages with and secures the magnetic anastomosis device assembly within a body lumen. The end effector is able to hold a magnetic device or devices with a tensile strength of 0-10 lbs. The end effector is small enough that two instruments of 1.8 mm diameter or smaller may be placed in a 3.7 mm working channel of an endoscope.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgeryManipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
29.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR ENDOSCOPE OR LAPAROSCOPE MAGNETIC NAVIGATION
Various embodiments incorporate an "end effector" in a magnetic anastomosis device system. The end effector is located between the handle of an endoscope or laparoscope and the distal end of the catheter. The end effector engages with and secures the magnetic anastomosis device assembly within a body lumen. The end effector is able to hold a magnetic device or devices with a tensile strength of 0-10 lbs. The end effector is small enough that two instruments of 1.8 mm diameter or smaller may be placed in a 3.7 mm working channel of an endoscope.
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure including a first set of magnets attached to an outward-facing side of the first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure; and a second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure including a second set of magnets attached to an outward-facing side of the second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure, wherein the first and second multipiece internal vertebrae support structures are attached together in a sandwich configuration with an inward-facing side of the first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure facing an inward-facing side of the second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure and the magnets on the outward-facing sides of the magnetic compression anastomosis device.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
31.
MAGNETIC COMPRESSION ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES WITH MULTIPIECE INTERNAL VERTEBRAE SUPPORT STRUCTURES
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure including a first set of magnets attached to an outward-facing side of the first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure; and a second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure including a second set of magnets attached to an outward-facing side of the second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure, wherein the first and second multipiece internal vertebrae support structures are attached together in a sandwich configuration with an inward-facing side of the first multipiece internal vertebrae support structure facing an inward-facing side of the second multipiece internal vertebrae support structure and the magnets on the outward-facing sides of the magnetic compression anastomosis device.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61N 2/10 - Magnetotherapy using magnetic fields produced by permanent magnets applied within the body, e.g. with injected or implanted elements
A61N 2/06 - Magnetotherapy using magnetic fields produced by permanent magnets
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a plurality of interconnected vertebrae including a first vertebra and a second vertebra, wherein each of the first vertebra and the second vertebra is a multipiece vertebra comprising a magnet at least partially encapsulated by a vertebra skin, and wherein the first vertebra and the second vertebra are interconnected by a cylindrical roller and at least one flex element, the roller and the at least one flex element at least partially encapsulated by the first vertebra skin and the second vertebra skin, the roller configured to allow the first and second vertebra to pivot through a predetermined range of rotation in a device plane between at least a delivery configuration and an assembled configuration while constraining movement in other degrees of freedom, the at least one flex element biasing the first and second vertebra toward the assembled configuration.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
33.
MECHANISM TO CREATE ENTEROTOMY BETWEEN ONE OR MORE COMPRESSION DEVICES
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A magnetic compression anastomosis device comprises a plurality of interconnected vertebrae including a first vertebra and a second vertebra, wherein each of the first vertebra and the second vertebra is a multipiece vertebra comprising a magnet at least partially encapsulated by a vertebra skin, and wherein the first vertebra and the second vertebra are interconnected by a cylindrical roller and at least one flex element, the roller and the at least one flex element at least partially encapsulated by the first vertebra skin and the second vertebra skin, the roller configured to allow the first and second vertebra to pivot through a predetermined range of rotation in a device plane between at least a delivery configuration and an assembled configuration while constraining movement in other degrees of freedom, the at least one flex element biasing the first and second vertebra toward the assembled configuration.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
35.
ANASTOMOSIS DEVICE WITH SENSOR FOR EXTRACORPOREAL SENSING AND MANIPULATION
A system for placing and tracking one or more magnetic compression anastomosis devices at a desired target site within a patient, the system comprising: a delivery device, comprising: an elongate body including a lumen extending entirely therethrough and shaped and/or sized to receive and allow one or more magnetic compression anastomosis devices to pass therethrough; one or more magnetic compression anastomosis devices disposed within the lumen; and a tracking device, comprising: one or more detectors that detect the one or more magnetic compression anastomosis devices.
A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
36.
Systems, devices, and methods for endoscope or laparoscopic magnetic navigation
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action, e.g. the staples being applied simultaneously
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
37.
Systems, devices, and methods for forming anastomoses
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
38.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING AND POSITIONING MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS COMPRESSION DEVICES FOR SUBSEQUENT FORMATION OF ANASTOMOSES
The invention provides a system including a securement apparatus for providing improved placement and securement of magnetic compression devices at a desired target site so as to create anastomoses between tissues. The delivery apparatus is configured to be used in the placement and securement of magnetic compression devices that include one or more guide elements, such as sutures or wires, used for the positioning and/or manipulation of the devices once delivered to the target tissue, to achieve optimal placement and subsequent anastomosis formation.
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action, e.g. the staples being applied simultaneously
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
40.
MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES AND METHODS OF DELIVERY
The invention concerns delivering paired magnetic anastomosis devices to either side of tissues to be joined. The magnetic anastomosis devices are coupled to a guide element that facilitates delivery and manipulation of the devices when using minimally-invasive techniques such as endoscopy and laparoscopy. Elongated manipulators and guide tubes ae also disclosed that improve a user's dexterity with the devices during placement.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
41.
Methods and apparatus for magnet-induced compression anastomosis between adjacent organs
Methods and apparatus for creating an anastomosis or fistula between the gallbladder and an adjacent organ are disclosed. First, a parent magnet, typically a permanent magnet, is deployed in the stomach, small intestine, or another organ adjacent to the gallbladder, and a mating daughter material is deployed in the gallbladder in order to create a magnet-compression anastomosis. The gallbladder may then be ablated or otherwise functionally inactivated through the anastomosis. Another aspect of the invention relates to an all-in-one surgical kit that contains all the necessary specialized tools for a surgeon to perform the procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
42.
MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES WITH VARYING MAGNETIC FORCE AT A DISTANCE
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like. The device for forming a compression anastomosis may comprise: at least one field controlled magnetic array (FCMA), wherein each FCMA includes a support structure having a receptacle configured to receive and secure a plurality of small magnetic segments each having a north magnetic pole individually oriented within the FCMA.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/03 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith
A61B 17/10 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for applying or removing wound clampsWound clamp magazines
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
45.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING AND POSITIONING MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS COMPRESSION DEVICES FOR SUBSEQUENT FORMATION OF ANASTOMOSES
The invention provides a system including a securement apparatus for providing improved placement and securement of magnetic compression devices at a desired target site so as to create anastomoses between tissues. The deliver}' apparatus is configured to be used in the placement and securement of magnetic compression devices that include one or more guide elements, such as sutures or wires, used for the positioning and/or manipulation of the devices once delivered to the target tissue, to achieve optimal placement and subsequent anastomosis formation.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
46.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR ENDOSCOPE OR LAPAROSCOPIC MAGNETIC NAVIGATION
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
Surgical and medical apparatus and instruments for use in surgery; medical anastomosis devices and instruments for application thereof, namely, a medical anastomosis device employing the use of magnets
Surgical and medical apparatus and instruments for use in surgery; medical anastomosis devices and instruments for application thereof, namely, a medical anastomosis device employing the use of magnets
50.
Magnetic anastomosis devices and methods of delivery
The invention concerns delivering paired magnetic anastomosis devices to either side of tissues to be joined. The magnetic anastomosis devices are coupled to a guide element that facilitates delivery and manipulation of the devices when using minimally-invasive techniques such as endoscopy and laparoscopy. Elongated manipulators and guide tubes ae also disclosed that improve a user's dexterity with the devices during placement.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
53.
Magnetic anastomosis devices with varying magnetic force at a distance
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
54.
Systems, devices, and methods for forming anastomoses
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
55.
Methods and apparatus for magnet-induced compression anastomosis between adjacent organs
Methods and apparatus for creating an anastomosis or fistula between the gallbladder and an adjacent organ are disclosed. First, a parent magnet, typically a permanent magnet, is deployed in the stomach, small intestine, or another organ adjacent to the gallbladder, and a mating daughter material is deployed in the gallbladder in order to create a magnet-compression anastomosis. The gallbladder may then be ablated or otherwise functionally inactivated through the anastomosis. Another aspect of the invention relates to an all-in-one surgical kit that contains all the necessary specialized tools for a surgeon to perform the procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
56.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING AND POSITIONING MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS COMPRESSION DEVICES
The invention provides improved devices and techniques for minimally-invasive formation of anastomoses within the body, e.g., the gastrointestinal tract. More specifically, the invention provides a controller for providing improved deployment and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired target site so as to create anastomoses between tissues. The controller is configured to be used in the placement and manipulation / positioning of magnetic compression devices that include one or more guide elements, such as sutures or wires, used for the positioning and/or manipulation of the devices once delivered to the target tissue, to achieve optimal placement and anastomosis formation.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
The invention provides systems, devices, and methods for the delivery, deployment, and positioning of magnetic compression devices at a desired site so as to improve the accuracy of anastomoses creation between tissues, organs, or the like.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure.
A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
59.
Self-assembling magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
60.
Magnetic anastomosis devices and methods of delivery
The invention concerns delivering paired magnetic anastomosis devices to either side of tissues to be joined. The magnetic anastomosis devices are coupled to a guide element that facilitates delivery and manipulation of the devices when using minimally-invasive techniques such as endoscopy and laparoscopy. Elongated manipulators and guide tubes are also disclosed that improve a user's dexterity with the devices during placement.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
61.
Self-assembling magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
62.
TARGETING SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING ACCURATE PLACEMENT OF MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES
The invention provides a system for providing improved placement of magnetic compression devices at a desired target site so as to create anastomoses between tissues. The system includes a targeted member or medium configured to be placed within a hollow body of a patient. The hollow body may include, but is not limited to, the stomach, gallbladder, pancreas, duodenum, small intestine, large intestine, bowel, vasculature, including veins and arteries, or the like. The targeted member or medium is configured to provide a target site at desired anatomical location within the hollow body for formation of an anastomosis between a first portion of tissue of the hollow body at the target site and a second portion of tissue of the hollow body.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/22 - Implements for squeezing-off ulcers or the like on inner organs of the bodyImplements for scraping-out cavities of body organs, e.g. bonesSurgical instruments, devices or methods for invasive removal or destruction of calculus using mechanical vibrationsSurgical instruments, devices or methods for removing obstructions in blood vessels, not otherwise provided for
63.
Methods and apparatus for magnet-induced compression anastomosis between adjacent organs
Methods and apparatus for creating an anastomosis or fistula between the gallbladder and an adjacent organ are disclosed. First, a parent magnet, typically a permanent magnet, is deployed in the stomach, small intestine, or another organ adjacent to the gallbladder, and a mating daughter material is deployed in the gallbladder in order to create a magnet-compression anastomosis. The gallbladder may then be ablated or otherwise functionally inactivated through the anastomosis. Another aspect of the invention relates to an all-in-one surgical kit that contains all the necessary specialized tools for a surgeon to perform the procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
64.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR FORMING ANASTOMOSES
The invention relates to deployable magnetic compression devices and systems and methods for the deployment of such magnetic compression devices. The magnetic compression devices are particularly useful for creating anastomoses, e.g., in the gastrointestinal tract. The devices are especially useful for minimally-invasive delivery, e.g., using endoscopic techniques. The systems, devices, and methods can be used to treat a variety of gastrointestinal and metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and cancer.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
65.
Systems, devices, and methods for forming anastomoses
The invention relates to deployable magnetic compression devices and systems and methods for the deployment of such magnetic compression devices. The magnetic compression devices are particularly useful for creating anastomoses, e.g., in the gastrointestinal tract. The devices are especially useful for minimally-invasive delivery, e.g., using endoscopic techniques. The systems, devices, and methods can be used to treat a variety of gastrointestinal and metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and cancer.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 50/30 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/04 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for suturing woundsHolders or packages for needles or suture materials
A61B 17/02 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for holding wounds open, e.g. retractorsTractors
A61B 50/00 - Containers, covers, furniture or holders specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments, e.g. sterile covers
A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
66.
Magnetic anastomosis devices with varying magnetic force at a distance
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
67.
MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES WITH VARYING MAGNETIC FORCE AT A DISTANCE
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
Surgical and medical apparatus and instruments for use in surgery; medical anastomosis devices and instruments for application thereof, namely, a medical anastomosis device employing the use of magnets
69.
Magnetic anastomosis devices and methods of delivery
The invention concerns delivering paired magnetic anastomosis devices to either side of tissues to be joined. The magnetic anastomosis devices are coupled to a guide element that facilitates delivery and manipulation of the devices when using minimally-invasive techniques such as endoscopy and laparoscopy. Elongated manipulators and guide tubes are also disclosed that improve a user's dexterity with the devices during placement.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
70.
MAGNETIC ANASTOMOSIS DEVICES AND METHODS OF DELIVERY
The invention concerns delivering paired magnetic anastomosis devices to either side of tissues to be joined. The magnetic anastomosis devices are coupled to a guide element that facilitates delivery and manipulation of the devices when using minimally-invasive techniques such as endoscopy and laparoscopy. Elongated manipulators and guide tubes are also disclosed that improve a user' s dexterity with the devices during placement.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
71.
Self-assembling magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
72.
Methods and apparatus for magnet-induced compression anastomosis between adjacent organs
Methods and apparatus for creating an anastomosis or fistula between the gallbladder and an adjacent organ are disclosed. First, a parent magnet, typically a permanent magnet, is deployed in the stomach, small intestine, or another organ adjacent to the gallbladder, and a mating daughter material is deployed in the gallbladder in order to create a magnet-compression anastomosis. The gallbladder may then be ablated or otherwise functionally inactivated through the anastomosis. Another aspect of the invention relates to an all-in-one surgical kit that contains all the necessary specialized tools for a surgeon to perform the procedure.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
73.
Self-assembling magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
74.
Self-assembling magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton
The invention is an implantable magnetic anastomosis device having an exoskeleton that directs self-assembly. The design allows the device to be delivered in a linear configuration using a minimally-invasive technique, such as endoscopy or laparoscopy, whereupon the device self-assembles into, e.g., a polygon. A coupled set of polygons define a circumscribed tissue that can be perforated, or the tissue can be allowed to naturally necrose and perforate. The device can be used to create anastomoses in a variety of tissues, such as tissues found in the gastrointestinal, renal/urinary, and reproductive tracts. New procedures for using anastomoses, e.g., surgical bypass are also disclosed.
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/122 - Clamps or clips, e.g. for the umbilical cord
75.
Methods and apparatus for magnet-induced compression anastomosis between adjacent organs
Methods and apparatus for creating an anastomosis or fistula between the gallbladder and an adjacent organ are disclosed. First, a parent magnet, typically a permanent magnet, is deployed in the stomach, small intestine, or another organ adjacent to the gallbladder, and a mating daughter material is deployed in the gallbladder in order to create a magnet-compression anastomosis. The gallbladder may then be ablated or otherwise functionally inactivated through the anastomosis. Another aspect of the invention relates to an all-in-one surgical kit that contains all the necessary specialized tools for a surgeon to perform the procedure.
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 17/11 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for closing wounds or holding wounds closedAccessories for use therewith for performing anastomosisButtons for anastomosis
