Enhanced Surgical Instrument Systems through Synergistic Combinations

Publication ID: 24-11857182_0003_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Surgical Instrument Systems through Synergistic Combinations,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857182_0003_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857182_0003_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,182.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept relates to the integration of surgical instruments with advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create more powerful and efficient systems for surgical procedures.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed surgical instruments with combination function articulation joint arrangements, but these instruments have limitations in terms of precision, flexibility, and data management. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating distinct technologies to create a more advanced and secure system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a surgical instrument system integrating a robotic-assisted surgical instrument, a machine learning-based tissue analysis module, and a blockchain-based data storage unit for secure and transparent data management during surgical procedures. Alternatively, the system may include IoT-enabled sensors, AI-driven predictive analytics, and advanced material-based staple cartridges for optimizing surgical stapling and cutting operations. The system may also feature a modular surgical instrument platform integrating a surgical stapling and cutting instrument, an AI-powered surgical guidance system, and a novel nanomaterial-based coating for enhanced biocompatibility and reduced tissue adhesion.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept's novelty lies in the synergistic combination of advanced technologies with surgical instruments, providing a more powerful and efficient system for surgical procedures. The inventive step is the integration of these distinct technologies to create a system that is more than the sum of its parts.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Other embodiments of the inventive concept may include the integration of additional technologies such as virtual or augmented reality, 3D printing, or advanced robotics. The system may also be adapted for use in various surgical procedures, including laparoscopic, endoscopic, or robotic-assisted surgeries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of surgical instrumentation, data management, and analytics. The target market includes hospitals, surgical centers, and medical research institutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/0686
A A61 A61B17/00234
A A61 A61B17/068
A A61 A61B17/072
A A61 A61B17/07207
A A61 A61B17/29
A A61 A61B17/320092
A A61 A61B34/30
A A61 A61B2017/00314
A A61 A61B2017/00323
A A61 A61B2017/00336
A A61 A61B2017/00367
A A61 A61B2017/00389
A A61 A61B2017/00398
A A61 A61B2017/00477
A A61 A61B2017/07214
A A61 A61B2017/07257
A A61 A61B2017/07271
A A61 A61B2017/07278
A A61 A61B2017/07285
A A61 A61B2017/2927
A A61 A61B2017/320071
A A61 A61B2017/320093
A A61 A61B2017/320094
A A61 A61B2017/320095
A A61 A61B2017/320097
A A61 A61B2034/301

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,182
TitleSurgical instruments with combination function articulation joint arrangements
Assignee(s)Cilag GmbH International