US20070088412A1 - System and device for heating or cooling shape memory surgical devices - Google Patents
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- the present invention generally relates to a system and device for heating or cooling shape memory transformable surgical clamps used in implanted surgical applications. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system and device for heating or cooling nickel/titanium alloy implant clamps.
- Heating or cooling shape memory transformable surgical clamps are initially supplied in an open configuration at ambient temperature. After surgical placement, a quantity of heat is then provided to close the clamp and thus provide tissue support. In other configurations, the clamp can be transformed back to its original shape by cooling. Hence, the surgical implant can be made to release its fixation to the tissue.
- Various configurations of implants are available. In practice, surgical constraints require these surgical devices (or implants) to be manufactured to extremely restrictive specifications.
- a heating or cooling device In the surgical context, it is desired that a heating or cooling device to be able to transform many different types of clamps, whether they be mono-cortical or bicortical, bipode or quadripode clamps, and irrespective of their cross sectional shape or size, or the amount of shape memory metal used in their design. Many prior art designs are limited in the variety of clamps they can transform. It is also desired that a heating or cooling device include a reliable and effective safety system to prevent accidental bone necroses due to excessive heating or cooling applied by the device. Many prior art devices fail to include reliable safety systems. A common problem with the heating devices used to transform shape memory alloy implants is the inability to see the implant transform.
- the legs of these implants are imbedded in bone or tissue and in some cases do not move when transformed, but rather begin to exert forces on the tissue.
- Many prior art devices are not capable of determining when enough energy has been transferred to the implant so it transforms completely but does not get so hot as to damage the surrounding tissue. It is also desired that the device may be sterilized in an autoclave or disinfected in a bath. Many prior art device must be manually cleaned and sterilized.
- One aspect of the present invention is a system for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device.
- the system includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, and a printed circuit board positioned within the housing.
- the printed circuit board includes a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to the thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- the system includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating or cooling the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, and a printed circuit board positioned within the housing.
- the printed circuit board includes a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of a heating power or a cooling agent to the thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of the heating power or the cooling agent that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- Still another aspect of the invention is a device for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device.
- the device includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, a mechanism for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to the thermal probe, a mechanism for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a mechanism for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- FIG. 1 is side sectional view of a handheld battery-powered device according to one embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is an enlarged partial view of an electrode tip according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is an enlarged partial view of an electrode tip according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 is an isometric view of an AC-powered device according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 5 is an enlarged side sectional view of a hand piece of the device in FIG. 2 .
- system 20 for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device (not shown).
- system 20 is contained in a sealed, sterilizable handheld housing 22 .
- System 20 includes a printed circuit board 24 including a system controller 26 , both of which are contained in housing 22 .
- System controller 26 is connected with a thermal probe 28 , which extends from housing 22 , for heating the shape memory surgical device.
- Housing 22 is generally sealed such that it is sterilizable and can withstand the conditions of an autoclave without damaging any of its internal components such as system controller 26 .
- the components of system 20 generally form a handheld device in the form of housing 22 .
- Thermal probe 28 which is used to heat the shape memory surgical device, is connected with housing 22 via printed circuit board 24 and extends from an end 30 of the housing.
- thermal probe 28 is formed from a pair of electrodes 32 , which are used to apply an electric current to the shape memory surgical device. Electrodes 32 cause the shape memory surgical device to be heated by its resistance to electric current, rather than by heat conduction or radiation. As described in greater detail below, thermal probe 28 may also be defined by thermal contacts other than conventional electrodes such as electrodes 32 .
- Electrodes 32 may be formed from conductive materials such as gold, aluminum, silver, or a combination thereof. Alternatively, electrodes 32 may be formed from resistive materials such as carbon, graphite, or a combination thereof.
- Electrodes 32 formed from two graphite rods 38 , both of which are covered by an insulating material 40 , may be placed in close contact to each other.
- Current sensing wires 34 are attached to each of rods 38 .
- Current sensing wires 34 are insulated from each other and graphite rods 38 except at their point of contact with rods adjacent each tip 42 .
- Current sensing wires 34 are used to measure the current flow close tips 42 .
- Electrodes 32 may be formed into a cylindrical shape using an insulation 44 to facilitate placement into a surgical site.
- a resistive wire or ribbon 45 may be joined with and extend between electrodes 32 .
- a current is passed through wire or ribbon 45 .
- Wire or ribbon 45 rather than electrodes 32 , is brought into contact with the shape memory surgical device to heat the device.
- printed circuit board 24 is typically positioned within housing 22 to ensure it is protected during sterilization.
- Printed circuit board 24 includes system controller 26 , which is generally defined by a power circuit (not shown) for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to each thermal probe 28 , a feedback circuit (not shown) for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit (not shown) for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe. If thermal probe 28 includes electrodes 32 , system controller 26 will control the flow of electrical current to the electrodes.
- the control circuit typically includes an automatic-cutout circuit (not shown) for terminating the distribution of heating power to thermal probe 28 after a specific amount of time or upon the occurrence of a predetermined condition.
- System 20 may also incorporate one or more digital microprocessors (not shown) for determining a proper temperature and time to heat the shape memory surgical device so that the temperature generated in the shape memory surgical device does not exceed a predetermined maximum value.
- the one or more digital microprocessors are in cooperation with the control circuit.
- the shape memory surgical devices are typically designed to be shape transformed at specific temperatures, usually between 45 and 50 degrees Celsius.
- the control circuit ensures that system 20 heats the shape memory surgical devices to a temperature slightly higher than that needed for shape transformation, but no more. A temperature limit allows the implant to be shape transformed, but not induce tissue necrosis from over heating.
- System 20 typically includes a source 46 for supplying heating power to the power circuit and system in general.
- system 20 is configured to include sensors (not shown) or another mechanism for supplying heating power automatically when thermal probe 28 is brought into contact with the shape memory surgical device.
- source 46 may include rechargeable or disposable batteries 47 positioned within housing 22 or a power cord (not shown) joined with an end 48 of housing 22 for providing heating power in the form of a line current.
- source 46 may include a chemical source, a radio frequency electrosurgical generator, an ultrasonic generator, or an alternating magnetic field.
- System 20 may include manual switches such as a momentary switch 50 and a multi-position switch 52 , which are positioned on housing 22 .
- Momentary switch 50 allows a user to manually activate the system.
- Multi-position switch 52 allows a user to manually set the amount of time or the amount of current to be delivered to the shape memory surgical device.
- Visual and audible signaling features such as an LED 54 , piezo beeper 56 , and a digital or analog readout 58 alert a user when a certain condition has occurred, e.g., the desired temperature of the shape memory surgical device was achieved, a predetermined amount of operation time elapsed, the device moved to a desired shape, or a predetermined amount of current passed through the device.
- system 20 is operated by first selecting a position of multi-position switch 52 appropriate for the size of the shape memory surgical device to be transformed. Moving multi-position switch 52 to one of several shape memory surgical device size positions illuminates LED 54 . LED 54 indicates power is available to the unit.
- tip 36 of thermal probe 28 is placed in contact with one side of the shape memory surgical device.
- current sensing wires 34 sense the completion of the circuit.
- a user presses momentary switch 50 and current is supplied to electrodes 32 for a number of seconds until an audible signal from piezo beeper 56 is heard.
- LED 54 changes color indicating that both contact is being made with the shape memory surgical device and the power circuit is delivering a specific current to tip 36 .
- LED 54 changes back to its original color at the end of the heating sequence.
- Current sensing wires 34 are provided to more precisely measure the current at each of tips 36 . After a specific amount of time has passed, the power circuit stops delivering current.
- System 120 for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device (not shown).
- System 120 is substantially similar to system 20 with one exception being that system 120 includes a sealed, sterilizable housing 122 that is joined with a separate sealed, sterilizable handheld unit 124 via a cord 126 and a plug 128 .
- Housing 122 generally contains a system controller substantially similar to system controller 26 .
- system 120 is an AC powered device that includes an AC power cord 130 joined with housing 122 .
- system 120 may also include be powered by any source capable of powering system 20 .
- Housing 122 generally includes an ON/OFF switch 132 , a power/time selector 134 , an LED 136 , and piezo buzzer 138 .
- a first end 140 of handheld unit 124 is generally attached to housing 122 via cord 126 and plug 128 .
- Thermal probes 142 such as electrodes 144 extend from an end 146 of handheld unit 124 opposite first end 140 .
- Wires 148 are typically joined with each of electrodes 144 and connect the electrodes to housing 122 via cord 126 and plug 128 .
- Electric current is provided to electrodes 144 via wires 148 in cord 126 .
- Current sensing wires 150 are joined with each of electrodes 144 at or near a tip 152 of each electrode. Current sensing wires 150 also extend back to housing 122 through cord 126 and plug 128 .
- Handheld unit 124 also includes an activation switch 154 that is electrically connected with the system controller in housing 122 via one or more wires 156 extending through cord 126 .
- FIGS. 1 and 2 Another embodiment of the present invention is a system for heating or cooling a thermally transformable shape memory surgical device.
- a system for heating or cooling a thermally transformable shape memory surgical device may be substantially similar to systems 20 and 120 .
- Such a system will differ from systems 20 and 120 in that it will include a thermal probe for heating and cooling the shape memory surgical device.
- such a system will control the receipt and distribution of a heating power or a cooling agent (not shown) to the thermal probe.
- the source of heating power may be the same as those provided in systems 20 and 120 .
- a source 160 of cooling power in the form of a cooling agent may be contained in housing 22 adjacent to batteries 47 . Examples of cooling agents include a compressed gas or a thermoelectric cooler.
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A system for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device. The system includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, and a printed circuit board positioned within the housing. The printed circuit board includes a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to the thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe. The control circuit includes an automatic-cutout circuit for terminating the distribution of heating power to the thermal probe after a specific amount of time or upon the occurrence of a predetermined condition.
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- This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/726,703, filed Oct. 13, 2005, which is incorporated by reference as if disclosed herein in its entirety.
- (1) Field of the Invention
- The present invention generally relates to a system and device for heating or cooling shape memory transformable surgical clamps used in implanted surgical applications. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system and device for heating or cooling nickel/titanium alloy implant clamps.
- (2) Description of the Related Art
- Heating or cooling shape memory transformable surgical clamps are initially supplied in an open configuration at ambient temperature. After surgical placement, a quantity of heat is then provided to close the clamp and thus provide tissue support. In other configurations, the clamp can be transformed back to its original shape by cooling. Hence, the surgical implant can be made to release its fixation to the tissue. Various configurations of implants are available. In practice, surgical constraints require these surgical devices (or implants) to be manufactured to extremely restrictive specifications.
- In the surgical context, it is desired that a heating or cooling device to be able to transform many different types of clamps, whether they be mono-cortical or bicortical, bipode or quadripode clamps, and irrespective of their cross sectional shape or size, or the amount of shape memory metal used in their design. Many prior art designs are limited in the variety of clamps they can transform. It is also desired that a heating or cooling device include a reliable and effective safety system to prevent accidental bone necroses due to excessive heating or cooling applied by the device. Many prior art devices fail to include reliable safety systems. A common problem with the heating devices used to transform shape memory alloy implants is the inability to see the implant transform. The legs of these implants are imbedded in bone or tissue and in some cases do not move when transformed, but rather begin to exert forces on the tissue. Many prior art devices are not capable of determining when enough energy has been transferred to the implant so it transforms completely but does not get so hot as to damage the surrounding tissue. It is also desired that the device may be sterilized in an autoclave or disinfected in a bath. Many prior art device must be manually cleaned and sterilized.
- One aspect of the present invention is a system for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device. The system includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, and a printed circuit board positioned within the housing. The printed circuit board includes a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to the thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- Another aspect of the invention is a system for heating or cooling a thermally transformable shape memory surgical device. The system includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating or cooling the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, and a printed circuit board positioned within the housing. The printed circuit board includes a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of a heating power or a cooling agent to the thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of the heating power or the cooling agent that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- Still another aspect of the invention is a device for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device. The device includes a sealed, sterilizable housing, a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, the thermal probe being connected with the housing, a mechanism for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to the thermal probe, a mechanism for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a mechanism for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe.
- For the purpose of illustrating the invention, the drawings show a form of the invention that is presently preferred. However, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown in the drawings, wherein:
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FIG. 1 is side sectional view of a handheld battery-powered device according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is an enlarged partial view of an electrode tip according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 3 is an enlarged partial view of an electrode tip according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 4 is an isometric view of an AC-powered device according to one embodiment of the present invention; and -
FIG. 5 is an enlarged side sectional view of a hand piece of the device inFIG. 2 . - Referring now to the drawings in which like reference numerals indicate like parts, and in particular, to
FIG. 1 , one aspect of the present invention is asystem 20 for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device (not shown). As illustrated inFIG. 1 , in one embodiment,system 20 is contained in a sealed, sterilizablehandheld housing 22.System 20 includes aprinted circuit board 24 including asystem controller 26, both of which are contained inhousing 22.System controller 26 is connected with athermal probe 28, which extends fromhousing 22, for heating the shape memory surgical device. -
Housing 22 is generally sealed such that it is sterilizable and can withstand the conditions of an autoclave without damaging any of its internal components such assystem controller 26. The components ofsystem 20 generally form a handheld device in the form ofhousing 22. -
Thermal probe 28, which is used to heat the shape memory surgical device, is connected withhousing 22 viaprinted circuit board 24 and extends from anend 30 of the housing. Referring now toFIG. 2 , in one embodiment,thermal probe 28 is formed from a pair ofelectrodes 32, which are used to apply an electric current to the shape memory surgical device.Electrodes 32 cause the shape memory surgical device to be heated by its resistance to electric current, rather than by heat conduction or radiation. As described in greater detail below,thermal probe 28 may also be defined by thermal contacts other than conventional electrodes such aselectrodes 32. - A
current sensing wire 34 may be joined with each ofelectrodes 32 to measure the current flow between atip 36 of each electrode and the shape memory surgical device.Electrodes 32 may be formed from conductive materials such as gold, aluminum, silver, or a combination thereof. Alternatively,electrodes 32 may be formed from resistive materials such as carbon, graphite, or a combination thereof. - In one embodiment, as illustrated in
FIG. 2 ,electrodes 32 formed from two graphite rods 38, both of which are covered by aninsulating material 40, may be placed in close contact to each other.Current sensing wires 34 are attached to each of rods 38.Current sensing wires 34 are insulated from each other and graphite rods 38 except at their point of contact with rods adjacent eachtip 42.Current sensing wires 34 are used to measure the current flowclose tips 42.Electrodes 32 may be formed into a cylindrical shape using aninsulation 44 to facilitate placement into a surgical site. - Referring now to
FIG. 3 , in one embodiment, a resistive wire orribbon 45 may be joined with and extend betweenelectrodes 32. A current is passed through wire orribbon 45. Wire orribbon 45, rather thanelectrodes 32, is brought into contact with the shape memory surgical device to heat the device. - Referring again to
FIG. 1 , printedcircuit board 24 is typically positioned withinhousing 22 to ensure it is protected during sterilization. Printedcircuit board 24 includessystem controller 26, which is generally defined by a power circuit (not shown) for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to eachthermal probe 28, a feedback circuit (not shown) for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via the thermal probe, and a control circuit (not shown) for receiving data from the feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that the power circuit distributes to the thermal probe. Ifthermal probe 28 includeselectrodes 32,system controller 26 will control the flow of electrical current to the electrodes. - The control circuit typically includes an automatic-cutout circuit (not shown) for terminating the distribution of heating power to
thermal probe 28 after a specific amount of time or upon the occurrence of a predetermined condition.System 20 may also incorporate one or more digital microprocessors (not shown) for determining a proper temperature and time to heat the shape memory surgical device so that the temperature generated in the shape memory surgical device does not exceed a predetermined maximum value. The one or more digital microprocessors are in cooperation with the control circuit. The shape memory surgical devices are typically designed to be shape transformed at specific temperatures, usually between 45 and 50 degrees Celsius. The control circuit ensures thatsystem 20 heats the shape memory surgical devices to a temperature slightly higher than that needed for shape transformation, but no more. A temperature limit allows the implant to be shape transformed, but not induce tissue necrosis from over heating. -
System 20 typically includes a source 46 for supplying heating power to the power circuit and system in general. In one embodiment,system 20 is configured to include sensors (not shown) or another mechanism for supplying heating power automatically whenthermal probe 28 is brought into contact with the shape memory surgical device. Wherethermal probe 28 is defined byelectrodes 32, source 46 may include rechargeable ordisposable batteries 47 positioned withinhousing 22 or a power cord (not shown) joined with anend 48 ofhousing 22 for providing heating power in the form of a line current. Wherethermal probe 28 is defined by non-conventional electrodes or other thermal contacts, source 46 may include a chemical source, a radio frequency electrosurgical generator, an ultrasonic generator, or an alternating magnetic field. -
System 20 may include manual switches such as amomentary switch 50 and amulti-position switch 52, which are positioned onhousing 22.Momentary switch 50 allows a user to manually activate the system.Multi-position switch 52 allows a user to manually set the amount of time or the amount of current to be delivered to the shape memory surgical device. Visual and audible signaling features such as anLED 54,piezo beeper 56, and a digital oranalog readout 58 alert a user when a certain condition has occurred, e.g., the desired temperature of the shape memory surgical device was achieved, a predetermined amount of operation time elapsed, the device moved to a desired shape, or a predetermined amount of current passed through the device. - In use,
system 20 is operated by first selecting a position ofmulti-position switch 52 appropriate for the size of the shape memory surgical device to be transformed. Movingmulti-position switch 52 to one of several shape memory surgical device size positions illuminatesLED 54.LED 54 indicates power is available to the unit. - Next,
tip 36 ofthermal probe 28 is placed in contact with one side of the shape memory surgical device. Whenelectrodes 32 are placed in contact with the shape memory surgical device,current sensing wires 34 sense the completion of the circuit. Upon completion of the conductivity circuit, a user pressesmomentary switch 50 and current is supplied toelectrodes 32 for a number of seconds until an audible signal frompiezo beeper 56 is heard. At this time, LED 54 changes color indicating that both contact is being made with the shape memory surgical device and the power circuit is delivering a specific current to tip 36.LED 54 changes back to its original color at the end of the heating sequence.Current sensing wires 34 are provided to more precisely measure the current at each oftips 36. After a specific amount of time has passed, the power circuit stops delivering current. - Referring now to
FIGS. 4 and 5 , another aspect of the present invention is asystem 120 for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device (not shown).System 120 is substantially similar tosystem 20 with one exception being thatsystem 120 includes a sealed,sterilizable housing 122 that is joined with a separate sealed, sterilizablehandheld unit 124 via acord 126 and aplug 128. -
Housing 122 generally contains a system controller substantially similar tosystem controller 26. In one embodiment,system 120 is an AC powered device that includes anAC power cord 130 joined withhousing 122. However,system 120 may also include be powered by any source capable of poweringsystem 20.Housing 122 generally includes an ON/OFF switch 132, a power/time selector 134, anLED 136, andpiezo buzzer 138. - Now referring to
FIG. 5 , afirst end 140 ofhandheld unit 124 is generally attached tohousing 122 viacord 126 and plug 128.Thermal probes 142 such aselectrodes 144 extend from anend 146 ofhandheld unit 124 oppositefirst end 140.Wires 148 are typically joined with each ofelectrodes 144 and connect the electrodes tohousing 122 viacord 126 and plug 128. Electric current is provided toelectrodes 144 viawires 148 incord 126.Current sensing wires 150 are joined with each ofelectrodes 144 at or near atip 152 of each electrode.Current sensing wires 150 also extend back tohousing 122 throughcord 126 and plug 128.Current sensing wires 150 provide feedback to the system controller (not shown) inhousing 122 regarding the condition ofelectrodes 144.Handheld unit 124 also includes anactivation switch 154 that is electrically connected with the system controller inhousing 122 via one ormore wires 156 extending throughcord 126. - Another embodiment of the present invention is a system for heating or cooling a thermally transformable shape memory surgical device. Referring again to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , such a system may be substantially similar tosystems systems systems housing 22 adjacent tobatteries 47. Examples of cooling agents include a compressed gas or a thermoelectric cooler. - Although the invention has been described and illustrated with respect to exemplary embodiments thereof, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing and various other changes, omissions and additions may be made therein and thereto, without parting from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Accordingly, other embodiments are within the scope of the following claims.
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1. A system for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device, said system comprising:
a sealed, sterilizable housing;
a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, said thermal probe being connected with said housing; and
a printed circuit board positioned within said housing, said printed circuit board including a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to said thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via said thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from said feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that said power circuit distributes to said thermal probe.
2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said control circuit further comprises an automatic-cutout circuit for terminating the distribution of heating power to said thermal probe after a specific amount of time or upon the occurrence of a predetermined condition.
3. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising one or more digital microprocessors for determining a proper temperature and time to heat the shape memory surgical device so that the temperature generated in the shape memory surgical device does not exceed a predetermined maximum value, wherein said one or more digital microprocessors are in cooperation with said control circuit.
4. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said thermal probe is an electrode for applying an electric current to the shape memory surgical device.
5. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising current sensing wires joined with said thermal probe, wherein said current sensing wires are configured to measure a conductivity between a tip of said thermal probe and the shape memory surgical device.
6. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising a digital or analog readout for indicating a condition of the shape memory surgical device.
7. A system according to claim 4 , wherein said electrode is formed from one of gold, aluminum, silver, or a combination thereof.
8. A system according to claim 4 , wherein said electrode is formed from one of carbon, graphite, or a combination thereof.
9. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising a second thermal probe and a resistive wire or ribbon joined with and extending between said thermal probe and said second thermal probe.
10. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising means for supplying heating power automatically when said thermal probe is brought into contact with the shape memory surgical device.
11. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising a sealed, sterilizable handheld unit from which said thermal probe extends.
12. A system according to claim 11 , wherein said handheld unit and said thermal probe are connected with said housing via a cord.
13. A system according to claim 1 , wherein said housing is configured to be handheld and said thermal probe extends from said housing.
14. A system according to claim 1 , further comprising means for supplying heating power.
15. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include batteries positioned within said housing and joined with said power circuit.
16. A system according to claim 15 , wherein said housing is configured to be handheld and said thermal probe extends from said housing.
17. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include a power cord for providing heating power in the form of a line current to said power circuit.
18. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include a chemical source for providing heating power to said power circuit.
19. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include a radio frequency electrosurgical generator for providing heating power to said power circuit.
20. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include an ultrasonic generator for providing heating power to said power circuit.
21. A system according to claim 14 , wherein said means include an alternating magnetic field for providing heating power to said power circuit.
22. A system for heating or cooling a thermally transformable shape memory surgical device, said system comprising:
a sealed, sterilizable housing;
a thermal probe for heating or cooling the shape memory surgical device, said thermal probe being connected with said housing; and
a printed circuit board positioned within said housing, said printed circuit board including a system controller having a power circuit for controlling the receipt and distribution of a heating power or a cooling agent to said thermal probe, a feedback circuit for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via said thermal probe, and a control circuit for receiving data from said feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of said heating power or said cooling agent that said power circuit distributes to said thermal probe.
23. A system according to claim 22 , wherein said cooling agent is a compressed gas.
24. A system according to claim 22 , wherein said cooling agent is generated from a thermoelectric cooler.
25. A system according to claim 22 , wherein said control circuit further comprises an automatic-cutout circuit for terminating the distribution of heating power to said thermal probe after a specific amount of time or upon the occurrence of a predetermined condition.
26. A device for heating a heat-transformable shape memory surgical device, said device comprising:
a sealed, sterilizable housing;
a thermal probe for heating the shape memory surgical device, said thermal probe being connected with said housing;
means for controlling the receipt and distribution of heating power to said thermal probe;
means for measuring a condition of the shape memory surgical device via said thermal probe; and
means for receiving data from said feedback circuit and adjustably controlling an amount of heating power that said power circuit distributes to said thermal probe.
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