Abstract: The present invention relates to a laparoscopic apparatus. In particular, it relates to an apparatus for the training of medical professionals, particularly those engaged in the field of laparoscopic surgery. The apparatus comprises a housing; an opening in the housing through which a laparoscopic tool can pass; retaining means in operative association with the opening and adapted to guide the laparoscopic tool through the opening, the retaining means providing resistance to movement of the laparoscopic tool. Accordingly, the present invention provides a realistic surgical experience by mimicking the sensation of carrying out surgical techniques on a patient.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 3, 2008
Date of Patent:
December 11, 2012
Assignee:
Endosim Limited
Inventors:
Ian Niblock, Robert Bailie, Walter Prendiville, Ray O'Sullivan
Abstract: The present invention relates to a laparoscopic apparatus. In particular, it relates to an apparatus for the training of medical professionals, particularly those engaged in the field of laparoscopic surgery. The apparatus comprises a housing; an opening in the housing through which a laparoscopic tool can pass; retaining means in operative association with the opening and adapted to guide the laparoscopic tool through the opening, the retaining means providing resistance to movement of the laparoscopic tool. Accordingly, the present invention provides a realistic surgical experience by mimicking the sensation of carrying out surgical techniques on a patient.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 3, 2008
Publication date:
July 9, 2009
Applicant:
ENDOSIM LIMITED
Inventors:
Ian NIBLOCK, Robert BAILIE, Walter PRENDIVILLE, Ray O'SULLIVAN