Surgical tools for use in minimally invasive telesurgical applications

This invention describes a surgical tool designed for remote, keyhole surgery. It attaches to a robotic arm and has a long shaft with a flexible wrist at the end. The tool's tip specifically functions as a clip applier, featuring two jaws that open and close to grasp and apply surgical clips, with a spring-like mechanism that helps close the jaws.

Why it matters: Filed before the widespread adoption of advanced robotic surgery platforms. Modern manufacturing techniques and materials could now enable more precise and durable miniature cable-driven instruments.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: ModeratePrecision cable drive, miniature surgical jaws

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