Ring Retractors
March 19, 2012 7:54 am | Millenium Surgical Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsMillennium Surgical works with American and German manufacturers to customize existing retractors adding fiberoptic capability, duplicate out-of-production items, and alter handle styles to suit surgeon preference. A full range of ring retractors, including custom blades and initial incision retractors for hip cases, is available.
LISTED UNDER: Retractor Holders, SystemsVersaport Bladeless Optical Trocar
March 16, 2012 6:12 am | Covidien | Product Releases | CommentsCovidien has launched the Versaport bladeless optical 5 mm trocar which will give surgeons clear visualization of the tissue layers during insertion in laparoscopic and thoracic procedures. The proprietary cannula design offers excellent fixation for port security and stability. The low-profile design delivers optimal maneuverability, even when the trocar is used in small spaces.
LISTED UNDER: TrocarsACCU-Surg
March 2, 2012 5:19 am | Product Releases | CommentsTTI Medical offers the ACCU-Surg®, an environmentally friendly alternative to single-use disposable suction/irrigation cannulas for MIS. The patented trumpet valve is guaranteed not to leak or stick and is backed up with a 5 year guarantee. The product line consists of various 5mm cannulas, 10mm cannulas and laser fiber inserts.
LISTED UNDER: TrocarsAirSeal System
February 29, 2012 6:38 am | Surgiquest, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSurgiQuest has introduced the AirSeal® System, the world’s first intelligent and integrated access system for laparoscopic and robotic surgery. The AirSeal iFS and the AirSeal Access Port work together to provide stable pneumoperitoneum (even under constant suction), continuous smoke evacuation, and valve-free access to the abdominal cavity throughout a surgical procedure, reducing CO2 absorption by the patient and operative time by 15 percent.
LISTED UNDER: TrocarsSurgical Retractor System
December 20, 2011 6:17 am | Pemco, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Rultract Skyhook Retractor from Pemco Inc. uses gentle and uniform lift allowing for maximum exposure. This system has a quick and easy set-up,independently pivoting rakes and allows for quick directional change.
LISTED UNDER: Retractor Holders, SystemsReusable Cannulas
December 19, 2011 7:06 am | Pemco, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsDecember 19. 2011 The unique ergonomic design of Pemco cannulas provides for proper placement of tip. Pemco reusable cannulas are precision crafted from stainless steel and are available in Fixed or Leak Proof Swivel tip styles. Tip styles and handle configurations shown are examples of full product line.
LISTED UNDER: TrocarsUnitrac Retraction And Holding System
December 7, 2011 6:31 am | Aesculap, Inc. | Product Releases | Comments2011 ESP Honorable Mention The pneumatically-powered Unitrac® Retraction and Holding System from Aesculap, Inc. increases procedure efficiency and allows for an obstruction-free surgical site in both open and minimally invasive surgery. Precise adjustments are possible with the push of a single button, thus freeing the surgical assistant to carry out higher priority tasks.
LISTED UNDER: Retractor Holders, SystemsLaparoscopic Peanuts
December 7, 2011 6:00 am | Apollo Surgical Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | Comments2011 ESP Honorable Mention Apollo Surgical’s patented Laparoscopic Peanuts are the only dissectors to use five to seven layers of 100 percent surgical cotton gauze on the peanut tip, which allows the surgeon to use one peanut for an entire procedure without compromising quality or durability.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsTriPort+ Access System
November 28, 2011 10:10 am | Olympus America Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsYellow Ribbon Winner - Instrumentation Category Olympus recently launched the new TriPort+ access port for single-site surgery. The TriPort+ has three 5 mm ports and a 10 mm port (reducible to 5 mm) enabling a surgeon to replicate the traditional 4-port Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy through a single incision in the umbilicus.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsSingle Incision Access Port
November 28, 2011 9:46 am | Innovia Llc | Product Releases | CommentsRed Ribbon Winner - Instrumentation Category The InnoPort from Innovia LLC, facilitates performance of laparoscopic surgery through one incision, instead of multiple incisions, with the goal of minimizing pain, scarring and recovery time for patients. The device's hollow, cone-shape design grants physicians unrestricted access to the abdominal cavity with up to three rigid, curved and/or articulating 5 mm instruments.
LISTED UNDER: LaparoscopesDisposable Port For Laparoscopic Surgery
November 9, 2011 7:24 am | Innovia Llc | Product Releases | CommentsThe InnoPort from Innovia LLC is a sterile, disposable port for laparoscopic surgery which allows three instruments to access the abdominal cavity, preferably via the umbilicus, while maintaining pneumoperitoneum and fully clinically relevant range of instrument motion.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsEndo360° MIS Surturing Device
October 31, 2011 5:34 am | Product Releases | CommentsEndoEvolution, LLC has launched the Endo360°™ MIS suturing device. In addition, the company is developing the 5mm EndoTransformer™, the world’s smallest automated MIS suturing device.EndoEvolution’s patented Endo360° and EndoTransformer devices are the only automated MIS suturing devices using curved needles and precisely replicating the traditional methods used by surgeons to place stitches and tie intracorporeal knots.
LISTED UNDER: Suturing DevicesUniversal Drain Set For Laparoscopic Surgery
October 13, 2011 5:30 am | Videos | CommentsThe DrainTow® facilitates laparoscopic drain placement while holding pneumo-peritoneum. Ease and choice of drains encourages routine use for improving outcomes.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsConsidering Economics & Ergonomics When Choosing Instrumentation
June 15, 2011 5:25 am | by Neil Grenham, Clinical Development Manager, Applied Medical | Articles | CommentsWhen a single incision approach is elected over a standard laparoscopic approach, many technical challenges present for the surgeon. Far too often, access devices are coupled with specialized instruments to overcome hurdles such as limited triangulation, restricted visualization, fixed port placement and limited procedural applications.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsWound Protection/Retraction
May 6, 2011 7:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsApplied Medical’s Alexis® wound protector/retractor is designed for soft tissue protection and retraction, effectively holding the incision site open, and maximizing surgical efficiency. Available in multiple sizes to accommodate a wide range of procedures, the Alexis wound protector/retractor provides: Protection by significantly decreasing risk of infection† and maintaining moisture at the incision site.
LISTED UNDER: Retractor Holders, Systems
