Electrosurgical Laparoscopic Instruments
January 12, 2007 9:59 am | Encision Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Active Electrode Monitoring (AEM®) system continuously monitors laparoscopic instruments during surgery, eliminating the risk of stray energy burns to patients. Encision offers a full line of enTouch™ Surgical Instruments that are equivalent in function and size to other conventional instruments.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsVideoendoscopes for GI Surgery
January 12, 2007 9:59 am | Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Flexible Videoendoscopes are specifically designed for gastrointestinal surgical procedures. In the OR, these videoendoscopes provide superior image quality while extending system functionality and enhancing the capabilities of GI surgeons. The scopes offer improved depth of field and high-resolution true color images, as well as easy-to-operate controls and enhanced viewing capabilities.
LISTED UNDER: Video EndoscopesDigital Flexible Ureteroscope
January 12, 2007 9:59 am | Gyrus Acmi | Product Releases | CommentsThe Invisio® digital visualization technology platform has been enhanced with the release of the new DUR®-D Digital Flexible Ureteroscope. The DUR-D Ureteroscope provides a significantly larger image with superior clarity. Featuring a patented, ultra-miniature CMOS distal imaging sensor and a built-in, cool LED light source, the DUR-D Ureteroscope delivers freedom from bulky external accessories.
LISTED UNDER: Video EndoscopesLaparoscopic Needle Holder
November 13, 2006 10:14 am | Aesculap, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsAesculap’s laparoscopic axial needle holders offer superior needle control and secure suture grasping for suturing of both fine and coarse tissues. The unique ergonomic handle allows the instruments to be turned with extreme ease at the wrist. The shape and geometry of the jaw makes it easy to grasp tissues in any position, supporting the two needle holder approach and facilitating suturing in a coordinated and efficient manner.
LISTED UNDER: Suturing DevicesAutomatic Suturing Device
November 13, 2006 10:14 am | Auto Suture Co. | Product Releases | CommentsFirst marketed in 1994, the ENDO STITCH™ 10-mm single use automatic suturing device has application in endoscopic procedures as it affords surgeons the ability to perform extracorporeal and/or intracorporeal knot tying including running and interrupted sutures. Sutured needles are available in a variety of suture material, sizes, and lengths (7-inch or 48-inch) delivered by the ENDO STITCH Single Use Loading Unit or the ENDO STITCH Triple-Stitch Single Use Loading Unit.
LISTED UNDER: Suturing DevicesUltrasonic Video Gastroscope
November 13, 2006 10:14 am | Olympus | Product Releases | CommentsThe GF-UE160-AL5, a 360-degree electronic scanning radial array ultrasonic video gastroscope, is the most recent addition to Olympus’ Endoscopic Ultrasound product line. When used with the compatible Aloka SSD-Alpha5 Processor; Color, Power and Spectral Doppler are all possible. This feature provides the user with blood flow information indicating which anatomical structures are vessels.
LISTED UNDER: GastroscopesLaparoscopic Instrument System
November 13, 2006 10:12 am | Allied Surgical Instruments | Product Releases | CommentsThe Versatile™ Laparoscopic Dissection System is built around a patented blunt dissection instrument that can provide safe and effective dissection on the most delicate tissues, similar to that achieved with a "peanut" or Kittner in open surgery. Combined with the other system elements, instrument exchange is virtually eliminated.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsImage Display System
September 13, 2006 12:34 pm | Barco | Product Releases | CommentsBooth # 2419 • Barco’s NIO Fusion 4MP display system is the ideal solution to replace traditional light boxes and bring PACS imaging to the OR. This large-screen medical color display system features a 30-inch screen that enables review of archived radiology images in full size without compromising on quality.
LISTED UNDER: Image Display SystemsDissector for Hernia Repair
September 13, 2006 12:34 pm | Auto Suture Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThe SPACEMAKER™ PLUS Dissector System is designed for use in laparoscopic hernia repair procedures. Reentering the critical space after removing the dissector and replacing it with the access ports can be difficult. The SPACEMAKER PLUS system allows for access and dissection in one easy step.
LISTED UNDER: DilatorsMedical Video Management System
September 13, 2006 12:34 pm | Olympus | Product Releases | CommentsThe n-Stream Dual Channel Video Management System is ideally suited to the demands of surgical and clinical workflow. The n-Stream System offers simultaneous recording and picture-in-picture viewing of two video sources, as well as annotation, jump-back, variable speed playback and an intelligent continuous logging option.
LISTED UNDER: Video SystemsMinimally Invasive Forceps
September 13, 2006 12:32 pm | Silverglide Surgical Technologies, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Keyhole Maximum Access Forceps maximizes the surgeon’s ability to see and maneuver tissue during complex brain and spine surgeries. The Keyhole’s tines are made from a super hard material for optimal tissue manipulation. The ultra thin tips, which come in sizes as small as 0.4 millimeters, provide maximum access and visibility to keep the tissue in view, not the forceps.
LISTED UNDER: Forceps, BipolarModular Laparoscopic Instruments
September 13, 2006 12:32 pm | Aesculap, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsAesculap’s Modular Laparoscopic Instrument System is now available with Quick-Snap™ handles. The handles are available in both ratcheted and non-ratcheted versions. The ratcheted Quick-Snap Handle is designed with an easy to use one-step ratchet release and features an “off”mode, giving the surgeon true multifunctional performance.
LISTED UNDER: Laparoscopic InstrumentsVideo Endoscopy System
August 11, 2006 6:15 am | Medtronic Xomed Surgical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe SharpSite™ Video Endoscopy System offers high performance at an affordable price for the OR or medical office. A sophisticated digital camera offers true color, high resolution images and programmable buttons for quick access to key functions. The enhanced video monitor provides medical grade display while the light source options include a 150-watt halogen or 300-watt “daylight” xenon light source.
LISTED UNDER: Video SystemsLaparoscopic Access/Trocar Safety System
June 15, 2006 5:44 am | Auto Suture Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThe VersaStep™ Plus Access System provided safe and controlled non-bladed entry that reduces abdominal wall complications and patient injuries including port site abdominal wall bleeding, decreased abdominal visceral and vascular injuries, and reduced post-operative pain. The access system, which incorporates proprietary Step™ Radial Dilation Technology, provides a consistently smaller fascial defect and superior port fixation by gently spreading tissue during port insertion as opposed to cutting or “grinding” through it.
LISTED UNDER: TrocarsRigid Telescopes
June 15, 2006 5:44 am | Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Hopkins® II 5-mm telescope offers improved optics and a larger number of fibers to deliver significantly increased brightness and enhanced image quality. A new double-lumen stainless-steel shaft makes the 5-mm telescope significantly more durable, which can help reduce repair costs. Advantages of the 5-mm telescopes include distortion-free images, sapphire lenses for autoclavability and scratch resistance, clear images through the entire depth of field, and a 5.
LISTED UNDER: Rigid Endoscopes
