Automated tissue welding system and method

Details Automated tissue welding system and method Automated tissue welding system and method

2005-02-15

2005-02-15

Cohen, Lee S (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Light application

C128S898000, C606S002000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06855139

ABSTRACT:
An automated energy irradiator guidance system is disclosed which reduces the potential for human error and improves the consistency and repeatability of tissue welding techniques. The system includes a mapper, a patternizer, an energy director and can additionally include an energy regulator. An interface is included, allowing pattern creation, selection and editing by a user. The system further provides control of energy irradiator parameters for use in tissue welding.

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