US20210361312A1 - Transection device - Google Patents
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- This present disclosure relates to a transection device. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a transection device for tissue or vessels.
- liver transplantation there are two particularly challenging anastomoses: the hepatic artery and the bile duct. These structures are very delicate such that unnecessary and potentially excessive manipulation and handling may create tissue damage that may ultimately affect the functionality of the connections to the body.
- both structures must be ligated, only to be later transected again to create a smooth, regular, non-ischemic and defined surface for re-connection of these structures to those related structures of the donor organ.
- These “transections” are currently made in a rather imprecise and cumbersome fashion with scissors of various types, often leading to excessive handling and the creation of “stumps” that are often irregular and difficult to manage.
- the device described herein may be utilized to create the “cuffs” for the hepatic artery and bile stumps in a more precise manner which will facilitate management of these anastomoses while potentially saving time in performing the procedure and resulting in fewer complications related to these connections. While the specific use of the device described herein is the transaction of delicate tubular structures in the setting of liver (hepatic artery and bile duct), kidney (ureter) and any solid organ transplant, it is recognized that the device may be configured for a wide range of applications, for example, in vascular and other surgical settings other than those related to transplantation.
- the device is not limited to use on in vivo human tissue, but may be utilized in other applications, for example, in non-human animals and in vitro laboratory or other procedures.
- the device can be utilized in any setting in which a simplified way to create a uniform surface to lessen the complex nature of anastomoses is desirable.
- At least one exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure provides a transection device including a hollow tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end.
- a plurality of stabilizing members extend from the distal end of the tubular body and define a reduced diameter opening into a receiving chamber adjacent the distal end of the tubular body.
- a blade is positioned within the tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the tubular body to an extended position wherein at least a portion of the blade extends into the receiving chamber.
- a depressible member extends from the proximal end and is configured to move the blade between the initial position and the extended position.
- a compression member may be positioned between a portion of the plunger member and the blade.
- At least one embodiment provides for a transection device including a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, and said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, for example.
- said receiving chamber may be defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end may have a surface facing the receiving chamber and an outside surface comprising an elongated region, for example.
- the distal end may comprise at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example.
- a cutting member may be positioned within said curved tubular body and may be moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position and at least a portion of the cutting member may extend into the receiving chamber, for example.
- a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, may be provided.
- the depressible member may have a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface within the curved tubular body, for example.
- a compression member may extend between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface may contact the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member, for example.
- the elongated region is tapered.
- the elongated region is curved.
- the cutting member may be rotated at a first angle relative to the axis of the tubular body by rotating the plunger by the first angle relative to the axis of the tubular body.
- the plunger has a contact surface, said contact surface having markings indicative of desired angles for transection, for example.
- At least a portion of the cutting member or distal end of the receiving chamber is an electrode connected to an electric conductor that extends through the proximal end of the device.
- the electric conductor is a wire.
- the cutting member and at least a portion of the distal end of the receiving chamber are electrodes with opposite polarities.
- a transection device having a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, is disclosed.
- said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, said receiving chamber defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end comprises at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example.
- a cutting member may be positioned within said curved tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position wherein at least a portion of the cutting member extends into the receiving chamber, for example.
- a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, wherein the depressible member has a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface within the curved tubular body, for example.
- the cutting member is rotatable to an angle relative to the axis of a vessel, duct, or tissue to be transected; and said angle corresponds to an alignment of an angle setting on the contact surface of the depressible member and a marking on the proximal end of the tubular body, for example.
- a compression member extending between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface contacts the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member, for example.
- a transection device may include a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, for example.
- said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, said receiving chamber defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end has a surface facing the receiving chamber and an outside surface comprising an elongated region, for example.
- said distal end comprises at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example.
- a cutting member positioned within said curved tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position and at least a portion of the cutting member extends into the receiving chamber, for example.
- a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, for example.
- the depressible member has a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface may be positioned within the curved tubular body, for example.
- a compression member extending between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface contacts the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member is disclosed, for example.
- FIG. 1 is a side elevation view of an exemplary transection device in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is an elevation view of the distal end of the device as indicted by the arrows 2 - 2 in FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 in an initial position.
- FIGS. 4 and 5 are cross-sectional views similar to FIG. 3 illustrating progressive actuation of the transection device.
- FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.
- FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a distal portion of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.
- FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.
- FIG. 9 is a perspective view of an exemplary interchangeable head of the transection device of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 10 is a perspective view, in partial cross-section, of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.
- FIG. 11 is an expanded perspective view of a portion of the transection device of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 12A is another embodiment of a transection device.
- FIG. 12B is another embodiment of a transection device.
- FIG. 12C is an embodiment of a bipolar transection device.
- FIG. 12D is an embodiment of a monopolar transection device.
- FIG. 13 a is an embodiment of a transection device having a depressible member with a contact surface having various angles embossed thereon.
- FIG. 13 b is an embodiment of a transection device having a rotatable blade.
- the transection device 10 includes a tubular body 20 extending from an open proximal end 21 to an open distal end 23 with a hollow chamber 22 defined therebetween. While the ends 21 , 23 are illustrated as opened, it is recognized that either end may be closed or sealed other than the passage of the plunger or blade as described hereinafter.
- the body 20 has a curved configuration with the axis of the proximal end 21 angled at approximately 45° relative to the axis of the distal end 23 .
- the body 20 may have other configurations with more or less of an angle or alternatively may be a straight configuration.
- a pair of finger rests 24 extend from the body 20 proximate the proximal end 21 thereof.
- the finger rests 24 allow the user to hold the device 10 in one hand, while still being able to access and actuate the plunger 34 as described hereinafter. While the finger rests 24 are illustrated as rings, they may have various other configurations.
- a plurality of stabilizing members 26 extend distally of the distal end 23 of the body 20 .
- Each stabilizing member 26 includes a flexible arm 25 extending from the body 20 with an inwardly extending protrusion 28 at the distal end thereof. As illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2 , the protrusions 28 extend toward one another to define a reduced diameter opening 27 and a retaining chamber 29 between stabilizing members 26 . While four stabilizing members 26 are illustrated, the device may have more or fewer. Additionally, the stabilizing members are not limited to the illustrated configuration, but may have other configurations and may contain additional features such as a synthetic coating or serrations.
- the reduced diameter opening 27 remains open in the distal direction such that the device 10 may be moved distally toward a target tissue or vessel 100 , which will pass between the protrusions 28 and be retained within the chamber 29 .
- the flexible nature of the arms 25 facilitates expansion of the opening 27 to allow passage of the tissue or vessel 100 therethrough, however, provides a sufficient holding force during the transection.
- the distal opening avoids the need for a portion of the device 10 to be extended past the tissue or vessel to align with an inward chamber.
- the device 10 ′′ includes a tubular body 20 ′ with a platform 17 extending from the distal end 23 .
- the stabilizing members 26 ′ extend from the platform 17 , preferably perpendicular thereto, such that the opening 27 ′ into the chamber 29 faces generally perpendicular to the axis of the distal end of the tubular body 20 ′.
- the stabilizing members 26 ′ each include a flexible arm 25 ′ with an inwardly extending protrusion 28 ′ at the distal end thereof, similar to the previous embodiment. Other configurations may also be utilized.
- a cutting member 30 is positioned within the tubular body 20 proximate to the distal end 23 .
- the illustrated cutting member 30 is a blade with a double-edge cutting surface 32 facing toward the distal end 23 , however, it is not limited to such and may have other configurations, for example, a concave, serrated or multi-edged structure or blade.
- the blade 30 is configured for linear motion from the illustrated initial position to an extended position wherein the blade 30 extends into the retaining chamber 29 (see FIGS. 4 and 5 for progression of the blade toward the extended position).
- Motion of the blade 30 is controlled by a plunger 34 or similar depressible member extending from the proximal end 21 .
- the plunger 34 includes a shaft 35 extending between a contact surface 36 and a force applying surface 38 . While it is possible for the force applying surface 38 to directly contact and push the blade 30 , it is preferred that a compression member 40 extends between the force applying surface 38 and the blade 30 .
- the compression member 40 is in the form of a compressible spring. During initial depression of the plunger 34 as indicated by arrow A in FIG. 4 , the compression member 40 will maintain its original configuration and simply move the blade 30 distally since there is no resistance on the blade 30 .
- the compression member 40 is configured to compress to some degree such that the tissue or vessel 100 is not subject to the full force applied to the plunger 34 , but instead begins the transection in a less traumatizing manner. After full depression of the plunger 34 , the compression member 40 may decompress and further extend the blade 30 in a controlled manner. It is contemplated that the compression member is adjustable to adjust the respective forces.
- the cutting member or blade 30 can be rotated at an angle relative to the axis of the tubular member 20 by simply rotating the plunger 34 . This is accomplished by rotating the plunger 34 to the desired angle.
- the contact surface 36 of the plunger 34 has settings 360 embossed or printed that correspond to the desired angle of transection. The angle desired is selected by rotating the plunger to line up the desired angle with an indicator 210 on the proximal end 21 of the tubular member 20 .
- a transection device 10 ′ in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the invention is illustrated.
- the transection device 10 ′ is the same as in the previous embodiment except that the compression member 40 ′ is defined by a compressible mass.
- the compressible mass may include a foam material, a rubber material or any other elastomeric material.
- the compression member 40 ′ is configured such that it will maintain its original configuration and simply move the blade 30 distally during initial depression of the plunger. Once the blade 30 contacts the target tissue or vessel 100 , the compression member 40 ′ is configured to compress to some degree such that the tissue or vessel 100 is not subject to the full force applied to the plunger 34 , but instead begins the transection in a less traumatizing manner. After full depression of the plunger 34 , the compression member 40 ′ may decompress and further extend the blade 30 in a controlled manner.
- a transection device 10 ′ in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the invention is illustrated.
- the transection device 10 ′ is the same as in the previous embodiment except that the cutting member 30 ′ is positioned within an interchangeable transection device head 50 which also defines the stabilizing members 26 ′′.
- the tubular body 20 ′′ has a truncated distal end 19 which ends proximate the distal end of the compression member 40 ′.
- the interchangeable head 50 includes a body 52 with an open end 54 configured to connect to the truncated distal end 19 , for example, via threads 56 .
- the opposite end of the body 52 defines the distal end 23 ′ when the head 50 is connected to the tubular body 20 ′′ such that the tubular body 20 ′′ and the head 50 together define a tubular body extending from a proximal end 21 to a distal end 23 ′.
- the stabilizing members 26 ′′ extend from the body 52 with each stabilizing member 26 ′′ including a flexible arm 25 ′′ with an inwardly extending protrusion 28 ′′ at the distal end thereof, similar to the previous embodiments.
- the cutting member 30 ′ is positioned within the body 52 and is configured for movement relative thereto such that the cutting member 30 ′ is moveable between an initial position and an extended position similar to the previous embodiments.
- the cutting member 30 ′ is connected to a guide block 39 which moves in opposed internal tracks 58 defined in the inside surface of the body 52 .
- the guide block 39 is positioned adjacent the compression member 40 ′ such that actuation of the plunger 34 will move the cutting member 30 ′ in a manner similar to the previous embodiments. While the present embodiment is illustrated with the compression member 40 ′, it is recognized that it may utilize the compression member 40 of the first embodiment or any other desired compression member or no compression member wherein the plunger 34 will directly contact the guide block 39 .
- FIGS. 12A and 12B illustrate other embodiments of the invention.
- FIG. 12A illustrates a device 100 with a stabilizing member 250 having an elongated region 251 opposite the side of the stabilizing member 250 that is facing the reservoir 290 .
- the elongated region 251 may be tapered to a blunted tip 252 that may be useful in pushing through tissue, via blunt dissection, such as adhesions that may be present and blocking access to the vessel that is to be transected.
- the transection device As the transection device is advanced through or around the tissue, the vessel can be captured in the chamber 290 and transected by the blade 300 .
- the device may also be used to transect the adhesions directly.
- the blade 300 is a single edge blade beveled to assist in securing the tissue by having the leading edge of the blade 301 closest to the opening 270 so that it secures the vessel or tissue in the chamber 290 as it transects.
- FIG. 12B illustrates another embodiment of the device 101 wherein the elongated region 254 is curved and tapers to a blunted tip 253 .
- the device utilizes energy to assist in transection of tissue such as adhesions that may contain blood vessels therein. Applied energy will help seal transected vessels and reduce bleeding.
- forms of energy that may be useful include electrocautery, radiofrequency energy in the form or bipolar or monopolar energy, and ultrasonic energy.
- ESU's are used for surgical cutting or to control bleeding by causing coagulation (hemostasis) at the surgical site. They deliver high-frequency electrical currents and voltages through an active electrode, causing desiccation, vaporization, or charring of the target tissue.
- the cutting member of the transection device acts as an active electrode.
- the cutting member 300 is comprised of a positive electrode 360 and at least a portion of the stabilizing member of the receiving chamber is a negative electrode 370 .
- a wire 365 or other electric conductor connects the positive electrode to the generator.
- a wire 375 or other electric conductor connects the negative electrode to the generator.
- the cutting member is negatively charged and a portion of the distal end of the receiving chamber is positively charged.
- the cutting member 300 is comprised of an electrode and is used in concert with a return electrode pad coupled to the generator and placed on the surface of the patients skin to complete the circuit.
- a wire 355 or other electric conductor connects the electrode 350 to the generator.
- the interchangeable head 50 allows the transection device 10 ′ to be easily customized to a particular application. For example, different interchangeable heads 50 may be available with different configurations of stabilizing members 26 ′′ or with different cutting members 30 ′.
- the interchangeable head also allows the head 50 to be provided as a disposable part of the device. For example, the head 50 may be provided in a sterile package while the remainder of the device is sterilized and re-used. It is understood that other components of the device, for example, the plunger and compression member, or the entire device, may be disposable. As another alternative, the interchangeable heads 50 may be configured to be sterilized and re-used while other components are disposable.
- the transection device 10 iv includes a tubular body 20 ′ extending from an open proximal end to an open distal end 23 .
- the finger rests 24 ′ take the form of spaced apart radial discs extending about the tubular body 20 ′ and the contact surface 36 ′ of the plunger 34 ′ is in the form of a ring.
- the chamber includes a proximal portion 22 a and a distal portion 22 b , with the proximal portion 22 a having a larger cross-section than the distal portion 22 b such that a shoulder is defined therebetween.
- the shaft 35 and force applying surface 38 of the plunger assembly 34 ′ or similar depressible member extend into the proximal portion 22 a of the chamber, with an extension member 16 extending from the force applying surface 38 , through the distal portion 22 b of the chamber and into contact with a block 18 of the cutting assembly.
- the compression member 40 is positioned within the proximal portion 22 a of the chamber about the extension member 16 .
- the compression member 40 extends between the contact surface 38 and the block 18 .
- a plurality of stabilizing members 26 ′′ extend distally of the distal end 23 of the body 20 ′′.
- two stabilizing members 26 ′′ are provided.
- One of the stabilizing members 26 ′′ includes a flexible arm 25 ′′ extending from the body 20 ′′′ with an inwardly extending protrusion 28 ′′ at the distal end thereof.
- the other stabilizing member 26 ′′ includes a generally linear arm 15 without any protrusion.
- the reduced diameter opening 27 is defined between the protrusion 28 ′′ and the arm 15 and the retaining chamber 29 is defined between the stabilizing members 26 ′′. As illustrated in FIG.
- the cutting member 30 ′′ has a single cutting edge facing toward the linear arm 15 such that the linear arm 15 supports the target tissue as the cutting member 30 ′′ moves thereacross.
- the transection device 10 ′ functions in a manner similar to the previously described embodiments.
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- This application is a continuation in part of U.S. application Ser. No. 17/213,515, filed on Mar. 26, 2021, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/522,339 filed on Apr. 27, 2017 (now U.S. Pat. No. 10,987,127, issued Apr. 27, 2021), which is the U.S. National Phase of International PCT Application No. PCT/US15/58337, filed Oct. 30, 2015, which claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/073,337, filed on Oct. 31, 2014, the contents of each are incorporated herein by reference in entirety.
- This present disclosure relates to a transection device. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a transection device for tissue or vessels.
- In liver transplantation, there are two particularly challenging anastomoses: the hepatic artery and the bile duct. These structures are very delicate such that unnecessary and potentially excessive manipulation and handling may create tissue damage that may ultimately affect the functionality of the connections to the body. During the initial phase of operation (the hepatectomy phase) both structures must be ligated, only to be later transected again to create a smooth, regular, non-ischemic and defined surface for re-connection of these structures to those related structures of the donor organ. These “transections” are currently made in a rather imprecise and cumbersome fashion with scissors of various types, often leading to excessive handling and the creation of “stumps” that are often irregular and difficult to manage.
- In at least one aspect of the present disclosure, the device described herein may be utilized to create the “cuffs” for the hepatic artery and bile stumps in a more precise manner which will facilitate management of these anastomoses while potentially saving time in performing the procedure and resulting in fewer complications related to these connections. While the specific use of the device described herein is the transaction of delicate tubular structures in the setting of liver (hepatic artery and bile duct), kidney (ureter) and any solid organ transplant, it is recognized that the device may be configured for a wide range of applications, for example, in vascular and other surgical settings other than those related to transplantation. Furthermore, the device is not limited to use on in vivo human tissue, but may be utilized in other applications, for example, in non-human animals and in vitro laboratory or other procedures. The device can be utilized in any setting in which a simplified way to create a uniform surface to lessen the complex nature of anastomoses is desirable.
- At least one exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure provides a transection device including a hollow tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end. A plurality of stabilizing members extend from the distal end of the tubular body and define a reduced diameter opening into a receiving chamber adjacent the distal end of the tubular body. A blade is positioned within the tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the tubular body to an extended position wherein at least a portion of the blade extends into the receiving chamber. A depressible member extends from the proximal end and is configured to move the blade between the initial position and the extended position. A compression member may be positioned between a portion of the plunger member and the blade.
- At least one embodiment provides for a transection device including a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, and said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, for example. In various embodiments, said receiving chamber may be defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end may have a surface facing the receiving chamber and an outside surface comprising an elongated region, for example. In various embodiments, the distal end may comprise at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example. In various embodiments, a cutting member may be positioned within said curved tubular body and may be moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position and at least a portion of the cutting member may extend into the receiving chamber, for example. In various embodiments, a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, may be provided. Additionally, the depressible member may have a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface within the curved tubular body, for example. In various embodiments, a compression member may extend between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface may contact the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member, for example.
- In some embodiments, the elongated region is tapered.
- In some embodiments, the elongated region is curved.
- In some embodiments, the cutting member may be rotated at a first angle relative to the axis of the tubular body by rotating the plunger by the first angle relative to the axis of the tubular body.
- In some embodiments, the plunger has a contact surface, said contact surface having markings indicative of desired angles for transection, for example.
- In some embodiments, at least a portion of the cutting member or distal end of the receiving chamber is an electrode connected to an electric conductor that extends through the proximal end of the device.
- In some embodiments, the electric conductor is a wire.
- In some embodiments, the cutting member and at least a portion of the distal end of the receiving chamber are electrodes with opposite polarities.
- In some embodiments, a transection device having a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, is disclosed. In various embodiments, said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, said receiving chamber defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end comprises at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example. In various embodiments, a cutting member may be positioned within said curved tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position wherein at least a portion of the cutting member extends into the receiving chamber, for example. In various embodiments, a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, wherein the depressible member has a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface within the curved tubular body, for example. In various embodiments, the cutting member is rotatable to an angle relative to the axis of a vessel, duct, or tissue to be transected; and said angle corresponds to an alignment of an angle setting on the contact surface of the depressible member and a marking on the proximal end of the tubular body, for example. In various embodiments, a compression member extending between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface contacts the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member, for example.
- In various embodiments, a transection device is disclosed. The transection device may include a curved tubular body extending from a proximal end to a distal end, said curved tubular body having a wall and an internal chamber extending between the proximal and distal ends, for example. In various embodiments, said curved tubular body has a receiving chamber proximate to the distal end, said receiving chamber defined by the distal end and an opening in the wall, and said distal end has a surface facing the receiving chamber and an outside surface comprising an elongated region, for example. In various embodiments, said distal end comprises at least one protrusion extending toward the center of said opening, for example. In various embodiments, a cutting member positioned within said curved tubular body and moveable between an initial position within the curved tubular body to an extended position and at least a portion of the cutting member extends into the receiving chamber, for example. In various embodiments, a depressible member extending from the proximal end, said depressible member configured to move the cutting member between an initial position and an extended position, for example. In various embodiments, the depressible member has a contact surface positioned outside the curved tubular body, and a force applying surface may be positioned within the curved tubular body, for example. In various embodiments, a compression member extending between the cutting member and the depressible member, and the force applying surface contacts the compression member which in turn contacts the cutting member is disclosed, for example.
- The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated herein and constitute part of this specification, illustrate the presently preferred embodiments of the invention, and, together with the general description given above and the detailed description given below, serve to explain the features of the invention. In the drawings:
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FIG. 1 is a side elevation view of an exemplary transection device in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is an elevation view of the distal end of the device as indicted by the arrows 2-2 inFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the device ofFIG. 1 in an initial position. -
FIGS. 4 and 5 are cross-sectional views similar toFIG. 3 illustrating progressive actuation of the transection device. -
FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. -
FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a distal portion of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. -
FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. -
FIG. 9 is a perspective view of an exemplary interchangeable head of the transection device ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 10 is a perspective view, in partial cross-section, of another exemplary transection device in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. -
FIG. 11 is an expanded perspective view of a portion of the transection device ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 12A is another embodiment of a transection device. -
FIG. 12B is another embodiment of a transection device. -
FIG. 12C is an embodiment of a bipolar transection device. -
FIG. 12D is an embodiment of a monopolar transection device. -
FIG. 13a is an embodiment of a transection device having a depressible member with a contact surface having various angles embossed thereon. -
FIG. 13b is an embodiment of a transection device having a rotatable blade. - In the drawings, like numerals indicate like elements throughout. Certain terminology is used herein for convenience only and is not to be taken as a limitation on the present invention. The following describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. However, it should be understood, based on this disclosure, that the invention is not limited by the preferred embodiments described herein.
- Referring to
FIGS. 1-5 , anexemplary transection device 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention will be described. Thetransection device 10 includes atubular body 20 extending from an openproximal end 21 to an opendistal end 23 with ahollow chamber 22 defined therebetween. While the ends 21, 23 are illustrated as opened, it is recognized that either end may be closed or sealed other than the passage of the plunger or blade as described hereinafter. In the illustrated embodiment, thebody 20 has a curved configuration with the axis of theproximal end 21 angled at approximately 45° relative to the axis of thedistal end 23. Thebody 20 may have other configurations with more or less of an angle or alternatively may be a straight configuration. - A pair of finger rests 24 extend from the
body 20 proximate theproximal end 21 thereof. The finger rests 24 allow the user to hold thedevice 10 in one hand, while still being able to access and actuate theplunger 34 as described hereinafter. While the finger rests 24 are illustrated as rings, they may have various other configurations. - A plurality of stabilizing
members 26 extend distally of thedistal end 23 of thebody 20. Each stabilizingmember 26 includes aflexible arm 25 extending from thebody 20 with an inwardly extendingprotrusion 28 at the distal end thereof. As illustrated inFIGS. 1 and 2 , theprotrusions 28 extend toward one another to define a reduceddiameter opening 27 and a retainingchamber 29 between stabilizingmembers 26. While four stabilizingmembers 26 are illustrated, the device may have more or fewer. Additionally, the stabilizing members are not limited to the illustrated configuration, but may have other configurations and may contain additional features such as a synthetic coating or serrations. The reduceddiameter opening 27 remains open in the distal direction such that thedevice 10 may be moved distally toward a target tissue orvessel 100, which will pass between theprotrusions 28 and be retained within thechamber 29. The flexible nature of thearms 25 facilitates expansion of theopening 27 to allow passage of the tissue orvessel 100 therethrough, however, provides a sufficient holding force during the transection. The distal opening avoids the need for a portion of thedevice 10 to be extended past the tissue or vessel to align with an inward chamber. - The invention is not limited to a distal facing opening. In the embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 7 , thedevice 10″ includes atubular body 20′ with aplatform 17 extending from thedistal end 23. The stabilizingmembers 26′ extend from theplatform 17, preferably perpendicular thereto, such that theopening 27′ into thechamber 29 faces generally perpendicular to the axis of the distal end of thetubular body 20′. The stabilizingmembers 26′ each include aflexible arm 25′ with an inwardly extendingprotrusion 28′ at the distal end thereof, similar to the previous embodiment. Other configurations may also be utilized. - Referring to
FIG. 3 , a cuttingmember 30 is positioned within thetubular body 20 proximate to thedistal end 23. The illustrated cuttingmember 30 is a blade with a double-edge cutting surface 32 facing toward thedistal end 23, however, it is not limited to such and may have other configurations, for example, a concave, serrated or multi-edged structure or blade. Theblade 30 is configured for linear motion from the illustrated initial position to an extended position wherein theblade 30 extends into the retaining chamber 29 (seeFIGS. 4 and 5 for progression of the blade toward the extended position). - Motion of the
blade 30 is controlled by aplunger 34 or similar depressible member extending from theproximal end 21. In the illustrated embodiment, theplunger 34 includes ashaft 35 extending between acontact surface 36 and aforce applying surface 38. While it is possible for theforce applying surface 38 to directly contact and push theblade 30, it is preferred that acompression member 40 extends between theforce applying surface 38 and theblade 30. In the exemplary embodiment ofFIGS. 1-5 , thecompression member 40 is in the form of a compressible spring. During initial depression of theplunger 34 as indicated by arrow A inFIG. 4 , thecompression member 40 will maintain its original configuration and simply move theblade 30 distally since there is no resistance on theblade 30. Once theblade 30 contacts the target tissue orvessel 100, as illustrated inFIG. 5 , thecompression member 40 is configured to compress to some degree such that the tissue orvessel 100 is not subject to the full force applied to theplunger 34, but instead begins the transection in a less traumatizing manner. After full depression of theplunger 34, thecompression member 40 may decompress and further extend theblade 30 in a controlled manner. It is contemplated that the compression member is adjustable to adjust the respective forces. - In one embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 13B , the cutting member orblade 30 can be rotated at an angle relative to the axis of thetubular member 20 by simply rotating theplunger 34. This is accomplished by rotating theplunger 34 to the desired angle. In one embodiment illustrated inFIG. 13A , thecontact surface 36 of theplunger 34 hassettings 360 embossed or printed that correspond to the desired angle of transection. The angle desired is selected by rotating the plunger to line up the desired angle with anindicator 210 on theproximal end 21 of thetubular member 20. - Referring to
FIG. 6 , atransection device 10′ in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the invention is illustrated. Thetransection device 10′ is the same as in the previous embodiment except that thecompression member 40′ is defined by a compressible mass. For example, the compressible mass may include a foam material, a rubber material or any other elastomeric material. Again, thecompression member 40′ is configured such that it will maintain its original configuration and simply move theblade 30 distally during initial depression of the plunger. Once theblade 30 contacts the target tissue orvessel 100, thecompression member 40′ is configured to compress to some degree such that the tissue orvessel 100 is not subject to the full force applied to theplunger 34, but instead begins the transection in a less traumatizing manner. After full depression of theplunger 34, thecompression member 40′ may decompress and further extend theblade 30 in a controlled manner. - Referring to
FIGS. 7-8 , atransection device 10′ in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the invention is illustrated. Thetransection device 10′ is the same as in the previous embodiment except that the cuttingmember 30′ is positioned within an interchangeabletransection device head 50 which also defines the stabilizingmembers 26″. Thetubular body 20″ has a truncateddistal end 19 which ends proximate the distal end of thecompression member 40′. Theinterchangeable head 50 includes abody 52 with anopen end 54 configured to connect to the truncateddistal end 19, for example, viathreads 56. The opposite end of thebody 52 defines thedistal end 23′ when thehead 50 is connected to thetubular body 20″ such that thetubular body 20″ and thehead 50 together define a tubular body extending from aproximal end 21 to adistal end 23′. The stabilizingmembers 26″ extend from thebody 52 with each stabilizingmember 26″ including aflexible arm 25″ with an inwardly extendingprotrusion 28″ at the distal end thereof, similar to the previous embodiments. - The cutting
member 30′ is positioned within thebody 52 and is configured for movement relative thereto such that the cuttingmember 30′ is moveable between an initial position and an extended position similar to the previous embodiments. In the present embodiment, the cuttingmember 30′ is connected to aguide block 39 which moves in opposedinternal tracks 58 defined in the inside surface of thebody 52. When thehead 50 is connected to thetubular body 20′ theguide block 39 is positioned adjacent thecompression member 40′ such that actuation of theplunger 34 will move the cuttingmember 30′ in a manner similar to the previous embodiments. While the present embodiment is illustrated with thecompression member 40′, it is recognized that it may utilize thecompression member 40 of the first embodiment or any other desired compression member or no compression member wherein theplunger 34 will directly contact theguide block 39. -
FIGS. 12A and 12B illustrate other embodiments of the invention.FIG. 12A illustrates adevice 100 with a stabilizingmember 250 having anelongated region 251 opposite the side of the stabilizingmember 250 that is facing thereservoir 290. Theelongated region 251 may be tapered to a bluntedtip 252 that may be useful in pushing through tissue, via blunt dissection, such as adhesions that may be present and blocking access to the vessel that is to be transected. As the transection device is advanced through or around the tissue, the vessel can be captured in thechamber 290 and transected by theblade 300. The device may also be used to transect the adhesions directly. In one embodiment, theblade 300 is a single edge blade beveled to assist in securing the tissue by having the leading edge of theblade 301 closest to theopening 270 so that it secures the vessel or tissue in thechamber 290 as it transects.FIG. 12B illustrates another embodiment of thedevice 101 wherein theelongated region 254 is curved and tapers to a bluntedtip 253. - In one embodiment, the device utilizes energy to assist in transection of tissue such as adhesions that may contain blood vessels therein. Applied energy will help seal transected vessels and reduce bleeding. Forms of energy that may be useful include electrocautery, radiofrequency energy in the form or bipolar or monopolar energy, and ultrasonic energy. ESU's are used for surgical cutting or to control bleeding by causing coagulation (hemostasis) at the surgical site. They deliver high-frequency electrical currents and voltages through an active electrode, causing desiccation, vaporization, or charring of the target tissue. In an electrocautery embodiment, the cutting member of the transection device acts as an active electrode. In a bipolar energy embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 12C , the cuttingmember 300 is comprised of apositive electrode 360 and at least a portion of the stabilizing member of the receiving chamber is anegative electrode 370. Awire 365 or other electric conductor connects the positive electrode to the generator. Awire 375 or other electric conductor connects the negative electrode to the generator. In another bipolar energy embodiment, the cutting member is negatively charged and a portion of the distal end of the receiving chamber is positively charged. In a monopolar embodiment illustrated inFIG. 12D , the cuttingmember 300 is comprised of an electrode and is used in concert with a return electrode pad coupled to the generator and placed on the surface of the patients skin to complete the circuit. Awire 355 or other electric conductor connects theelectrode 350 to the generator. - The
interchangeable head 50 allows thetransection device 10′ to be easily customized to a particular application. For example, differentinterchangeable heads 50 may be available with different configurations of stabilizingmembers 26″ or withdifferent cutting members 30′. The interchangeable head also allows thehead 50 to be provided as a disposable part of the device. For example, thehead 50 may be provided in a sterile package while the remainder of the device is sterilized and re-used. It is understood that other components of the device, for example, the plunger and compression member, or the entire device, may be disposable. As another alternative, theinterchangeable heads 50 may be configured to be sterilized and re-used while other components are disposable. - Referring to
FIGS. 10 and 11 , anexemplary transection device 10 iv in accordance with another embodiment of the invention will be described. Thetransection device 10 iv includes atubular body 20′ extending from an open proximal end to an opendistal end 23. In the present embodiment, the finger rests 24′ take the form of spaced apart radial discs extending about thetubular body 20′ and thecontact surface 36′ of theplunger 34′ is in the form of a ring. With this configuration, a user can position their thumb through the ring of thecontact surface 36′ and two fingers between the discs of the finger rests 24′ to manipulate thedevice 10 iv. - With the
tubular body 20′, the chamber includes aproximal portion 22 a and adistal portion 22 b, with theproximal portion 22 a having a larger cross-section than thedistal portion 22 b such that a shoulder is defined therebetween. Theshaft 35 andforce applying surface 38 of theplunger assembly 34′ or similar depressible member extend into theproximal portion 22 a of the chamber, with anextension member 16 extending from theforce applying surface 38, through thedistal portion 22 b of the chamber and into contact with ablock 18 of the cutting assembly. Thecompression member 40 is positioned within theproximal portion 22 a of the chamber about theextension member 16. Thecompression member 40 extends between thecontact surface 38 and theblock 18. With such a configuration, depression of theplunger 34′ will push theextension member 16 and theblock 18 to move the cuttingmember 30′, however, such will be against the force of thecompression member 40 with the resultant control as described above. - As in the previous embodiments, a plurality of stabilizing
members 26″ extend distally of thedistal end 23 of thebody 20″. In the present embodiment, two stabilizingmembers 26″ are provided. One of the stabilizingmembers 26″ includes aflexible arm 25″ extending from thebody 20′″ with an inwardly extendingprotrusion 28″ at the distal end thereof. The other stabilizingmember 26″ includes a generallylinear arm 15 without any protrusion. The reduceddiameter opening 27 is defined between theprotrusion 28″ and thearm 15 and the retainingchamber 29 is defined between the stabilizingmembers 26″. As illustrated inFIG. 11 , the cuttingmember 30″ has a single cutting edge facing toward thelinear arm 15 such that thelinear arm 15 supports the target tissue as the cuttingmember 30″ moves thereacross. In other aspects, thetransection device 10′ functions in a manner similar to the previously described embodiments. - These and other advantages of the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the foregoing specification. Accordingly, it will be recognized by those skilled in the art that changes or modifications may be made to the above-described embodiments without departing from the broad inventive concepts of the invention. It should therefore be understood that this invention is not limited to the particular embodiments described herein, but is intended to include all changes and modifications that are within the scope and spirit of the invention as defined in the claims.
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