Devices, Systems, Methods and Kits for Performing Selective Dissection of Lung Tissue

摘要

This invention relates to device, systems, kits and methods that enable selective dissection of lung tissue to remove diseased tissue from healthy tissue without damaging blood vessels or airways. The invention and methods enable minimally invasive lung surgery procedures by providing a device and method to perform automated dissection that discriminates against traumatizing critical lung tissue.

主权项

1. A surgical instrument for separating lung tissue away from structures in the lung comprising:
an elongated housing having a longitudinal axis, a forward portion and a rearward portion of the housing; a source of work energy in the rearward portion connected to a drive mechanism in the housing; a dissecting member extending from the forward portion of the housing being operatively connected to the drive mechanism.