US 2017/0000320 A1 · ASEPTIC JOINT ASSEMBLY FOR A SURGICAL VISUALIZATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Embodiments of the present disclosure include an aseptic joint assembly for use in minimally invasive surgical imaging systems implementing a positioning arm. According to some aspects, the aseptic joint assembly includes at least one adaptor having a locking mechanism used to removably attach the adaptor onto an end of the positioning arm of the surgical visualization positioning system and directly or indirectly support at least one or both a display and an imaging device of the visualization system. In some embodiments, controlled rotation about one or more axis can be provided for moving the imaging device via an end effector and in relation to a surgical site. According to additional aspects, a surgical drape can be bonded to at least a portion of an adaptor and is configured to cover at least a portion a length of the positioning arm of the surgical visualization system.

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Dependent claims

An aseptic joint assembly for a surgical visualization system having a positioning arm, an imaging device, and a display, the aseptic joint assembly comprising:

an adaptor having;
a first locking mechanism used to removably attach the adaptor onto an end of the positioning arm of the surgical visualization positioning system, and
a second locking mechanism used for attaching the adaptor to a hinge or rotating joint that is configured to rotate about an axis and either directly or indirectly support at least one or both of the display and the imaging device;
and
a first sterile drape bonded to at least a portion of the adaptor and configured to cover at least a portion of the positioning arm of the surgical visualization system.

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Aseptic joint assembly for a surgical visualization system

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Abstract

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