Abstract: Various embodiments of a self-contained endoscopic surgical instrument, kit, and system are described. In one example, the endoscopic surgical instrument includes a blade complex and a dilating head. The blade complex having a blade secured within a blade guard such that a cutting edge of the blade is exposed. The blade guard having a superior portion that covers a top edge of the blade and projects over the cutting edge of the blade. The dilating head including a main body having a blade seat and configured to house a camera and a light source. The blade seat is configured to receive and secure the removable blade complex. The device also includes a handle configured to house a controller, a video processor, a video transmitter, and a power source.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a self-contained endoscopic surgical instrument, kit, and system are described. In one example, the endoscopic surgical instrument includes a blade complex and a dilating head. The blade complex having a blade secured within a blade guard such that a cutting edge of the blade is exposed. The blade guard having a superior portion that covers a top edge of the blade and projects over the cutting edge of the blade. The dilating head including a main body having a blade seat and configured to house a camera and a light source. The blade seat is configured to receive and secure the removable blade complex. The device also includes a handle configured to house a controller, a video processor, a video transmitter, and a power source.