Minimally invasive surgical applicator

摘要

The present invention provides a minimally invasive surgical applicator device. The device is useful in the application of bone wax during surgical procedures to halt or reduce bone bleeding. The device may be sterilized for re-use or may be made disposable.

主权项

1. An apparatus for the application of a surgical material or substance at an elevated temperature, comprising:
a) an applicator body, said body comprising: (i) a rear grip, (ii) a chamber for receiving said surgical material or substance, wherein the chamber for receiving surgical material or substance comprises a cover, wherein the chamber cover is a hatch, and (iii) a bayonet; b) a trigger assembly, pivotally actuable on the applicator body; c) an extrusion rod for engagement with said applicator body; d) a tip attached to the bayonet, wherein the tip comprises an angle of inclination of between 0-45 degrees relative to longitudinal axis of the bayonet; and e) a heating assembly for warming the surgical material or substance above room temperature, wherein the heating assembly comprises a heating element and a power source operably connected to said heating element, wherein the heating element is disposed about or along at least 10 percent of the length of the bayonet.