Adaptive Surgical Stapler Buttress for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857190_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Surgical Stapler Buttress for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857190_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857190_0004_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. 11,857,190.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An innovative surgical stapler buttress with variable length feature tailored for specific, high-stakes environments, such as high-altitude, disaster relief, extreme weather, high-security, and high-impact settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original surgical stapler buttress with variable length feature, as described in the original patent, has limitations in adapting to unique operational environments. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating specialized features and modules to ensure optimal performance in niche settings.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The adaptive surgical stapler buttress comprises a pressure-sensing module for high-altitude environments, a sterilization module for disaster relief operations, a thermal insulation layer for extreme cold weather conditions, a biometric authentication module for high-security environments, and a shock-absorbing material for high-impact surgical procedures. These specialized components enable the surgical stapler buttress to adapt to diverse operational environments, ensuring reliable staple formation and minimizing risks.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features and modules that are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the integration of these specialized components to create an adaptive surgical stapler buttress that can effectively operate in niche environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include incorporating additional sensors to monitor environmental factors, using advanced materials for enhanced durability, or integrating the adaptive surgical stapler buttress with other surgical instruments for a comprehensive system. Variations may involve adapting the concept for specific industries, such as aerospace or defense.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive surgical stapler buttress has significant commercial potential in niche markets, including high-altitude medical research, disaster relief organizations, extreme weather search and rescue operations, high-security government agencies, and military field hospitals. The target industries include medical devices, aerospace, defense, and emergency response services.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/07292
A A61 A61B2017/0725
A A61 A61B2017/07285

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,190
TitleSurgical stapler buttress with variable length feature
Assignee(s)Cilag GmbH International