C11623: Time-saving Laparoscopic Lens Cleaning ToolNovelty:
This technology is a multipurpose laparoscopic trocar that allows a surgeon to clean the stained lens of a scope without removing it from the trocar, resulting in increased procedure efficiency, increased patient safety, and decreased operating room costs.
Value Proposition:
Laparascopic surgery is less invasive than traditional large incision procedures, yet typically lasts longer. During a laparoscopic procedure, the scope lens will inevitably become stained by fluid, tissue, or condensation. Currently, surgeons must remove the lens and complete an extensive cleaning routine each and every time the lens becomes stained during the procedure, wasting time and money. Additionally, removal of the scope prevents the surgeon from seeing what is happening in the operative field and allows tissue to fall back into the working area. This invention allows the laparoscopic lens to be cleaned without removal of the trocar. Additional advantages of this invention include:
• Visibility of procedure site during lens cleaning
• Brightly colored components for ease of identification
• Modified trocar to prevent cleaning fluid buildup
• Increased procedure efficiency and patient safety
Technical Details:
Johns Hopkins researchers have developed a multipurpose trocar that is able to efficiently and effectively clean a stained scope lens without having to remove the lens from the trocar. This multi-component device allows removal of fluid and tissue buildup on the lens and features a means of dispensing saline solution and anti-fogging solution to the lens. Further, these components are collapsible and do not contribute extra bulkiness to the trocar.
Looking for Partners:
To develop and commercialize the technology as a novel laparoscopic tool to improve the efficiency and safety of minimally invasive procedures.
Stage of Development:
Prototype
Data Availability:
Under CDA/NDA
Publications/Associated Cases:
Not available at this time.
