Enhanced Surgical Anchor Device for Improved Chirurgical Treatment

Publication ID: 24-11857191_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Surgical Anchor Device for Improved Chirurgical Treatment,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857191_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857191_0006_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. 11,857,191.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An advanced surgical anchor device featuring antimicrobial coatings, controlled temperature variation, modified spiral-wound metal wire mesh, and built-in sensors or imaging technology to enhance chirurgical treatment outcomes and patient safety.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a surgical anchor device for protecting anastomoses in the intestine. However, it had limitations in terms of infection risk, anchor migration control, and radial elasticity. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing innovative features that improve the device's performance, safety, and customization capabilities.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced surgical anchor device comprises an anchor element coated with an antimicrobial material to reduce the risk of infection. The device utilizes controlled temperature variation to radially expand or retract the anchor element, allowing for precise control over anchor migration. The anchor element features a modified spiral-wound metal wire mesh that provides improved radial elasticity and controlled anchoring force. Additionally, the device includes built-in sensors or imaging technology to monitor the anchor's position and migration, ensuring accurate placement and minimizing complications. The device's maximum outer diameter can be adjusted to accommodate individual patient needs, allowing for customization of the anchor's radial expansion.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features that significantly improve the original patent's limitations. The antimicrobial coating, controlled temperature variation, modified spiral-wound metal wire mesh, built-in sensors or imaging technology, and adjustable maximum outer diameter are all new and non-obvious advancements that enhance the device's performance, safety, and customization capabilities.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the enhanced surgical anchor device could include different antimicrobial materials, varying temperature control mechanisms, or alternative mesh designs. Additionally, the device could be adapted for use in other medical procedures or applications, such as laparoscopic or endoscopic surgeries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced surgical anchor device has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of gastrointestinal surgery and endoscopy. The device's improved performance, safety, and customization capabilities make it an attractive solution for hospitals, clinics, and medical professionals seeking to enhance patient outcomes and reduce complications.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/08
A A61 A61F2/04
A A61 A61F5/0013
A A61 A61F5/0076
A A61 A61F5/0089
A A61 A61B17/1114
A A61 A61B2017/00818
A A61 A61B2017/00862
A A61 A61B2017/00995
A A61 A61B2017/308
A A61 A61B2090/0815
A A61 A61F2/064
A A61 A61F2/95
A A61 A61F2002/044
A A61 A61F2002/045
A A61 A61F2002/075
A A61 A61F2002/9528
F F04 F04C2270/041

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,191
TitleMethod of chirurgical treatment using a surgical anchor device