Specialized Anastomosis Clamp Systems for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857192_0009_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Anastomosis Clamp Systems for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857192_0009_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857192_0009_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. 11,857,192.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A family of self-service anastomosis clamp systems tailored for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote, and high-altitude environments, offering enhanced functionality and adaptability.

Background and Problem Solved

The original self-service anastomosis clamp and delivery system, while effective for general medical applications, lacks the specialized features and adaptability required for niche environments. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing novel components and modifications to ensure reliable and efficient anastomosis in challenging scenarios.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a range of specialized anastomosis clamp systems, each designed to operate effectively in a specific niche environment. The high-security variant features a secure data transmission module integrated into the handle, enabling real-time monitoring and control of the anastomosis clamp delivery process. The disaster relief embodiment is adapted for use in a portable, waterproof, and shock-resistant container. The extreme weather version incorporates a thermally-insulated and water-resistant outer casing, as well as a reinforced pulling cable resistant to wind and rain. The remote or resource-constrained area variant includes a solar-powered energy source and a satellite-based communication module for remote monitoring and technical support. The high-altitude embodiment features a pressurized and oxygen-enriched delivery system, along with a specialized anastomosis clamp designed for use in low-oxygen environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in the introduction of specialized components and adaptations tailored to specific niche environments, which are not obvious extensions of the original patent. The inventive step resides in the creative combination of existing technologies and novel features to address the unique challenges posed by these environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Other embodiments of the inventive concept could include anastomosis clamp systems designed for use in confined spaces, such as during laparoscopic procedures, or in environments with limited access to medical resources. Alternative variations may incorporate advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, or robotic assistance to further enhance the functionality and adaptability of the anastomosis clamp systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized anastomosis clamp systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including medical device manufacturing, disaster relief, and remote healthcare services. The target market includes medical professionals, emergency responders, and organizations operating in challenging environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/1114
A A61 A61B17/00234
A A61 A61B17/122
A A61 A61B17/11
A A61 A61B17/15
A A61 A61B2017/00269
A A61 A61B2017/00336
A A61 A61B2017/00862
A A61 A61B2017/00902
A A61 A61B2017/111
A A61 A61B2017/1107
A A61 A61B2017/1132

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically minimally invasive surgical technologies for gastrointestinal tract interventions, with expertise in mechanical design, biomedical engineering, and surgical instrumentation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or surgical device designer with advanced degree, 5-10 years experience in medical device development, familiar with endoscopic technologies, mechanical adaptations, and medical device design constraints

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the specialized anastomosis clamp systems represent predictable variations of the source patent's fundamental design, utilizing standard engineering adaptation techniques to address specific environmental challenges. The core mechanical principles of the original anastomosis clamp delivery system remain unchanged, with modifications representing routine design iterations. The proposed variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within medical device engineering, applying known technological solutions to expand functional capabilities.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Transparent cap with multi-layered hole structure for cable routing
PTD Variation
Integrating secure data transmission module into handle for real-time monitoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding communication capabilities represents a predictable technological enhancement using standard electrical integration techniques, known in medical device miniaturization
Source Patent Element
Flexible sheath and cable-based deployment mechanism
PTD Variation
Waterproof, shock-resistant container for disaster relief applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting existing mechanical design for environmental resilience is a standard engineering approach, utilizing known protective enclosure and material science techniques
Source Patent Element
Pulling cable with Ω-like loop structure
PTD Variation
Reinforced pulling cable resistant to wind and rain for extreme weather conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying cable material and structural characteristics represents a routine design optimization using known material engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Anastomosis clamp delivery system with modular components
PTD Variation
Solar-powered energy source and satellite communication module for remote environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating power and communication systems is a predictable technological extension using established medical device miniaturization techniques
Source Patent Element
Transparent cap and thrust ring deployment mechanism
PTD Variation
Pressurized and oxygen-enriched delivery system for high-altitude environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting device performance for environmental conditions represents a standard engineering problem-solving approach using known physiological and mechanical compensation techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857192's comprehensive anastomosis clamp delivery system disclosure, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed specialized variations would have been obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, representing predictable technological extensions utilizing standard engineering adaptation techniques and known medical device design principles.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,192
TitleSelf-service anastomosis clamp for digestive tract and delivery system thereof
Assignee(s)MICRO-TECH (NANJING) CO., LTD.