Abstract: A surgical instrument with insulating grips is described. The grips can include internal metal frames that are arranged to limit electrical conductivity within the grips and to other components that attach to a grip, such as a ratchet. The internal metal frames can be constructed of multiple internal portions, spatially separated from one another to interrupt electrical conductivity between the internal portions, but coated with an insulating overmold to provide mechanical coupling between the portions. An internal metal frame can also include a notch, cut-out, or other region partially surrounded by the structure of the internal metal frame, which can be coated with an insulating overmold to define a region of the grip that does not have an internal metal frame therein but which can include an attachment point for mechanically coupling other components while limiting electrical coupling between the metal frame and the other components.

Abstract: An end effector assembly includes a first jaw and a second jaw, at least one of which is moveable between an open positon and a closed position, a third jaw that is carried on and translates along the first jaw, and a third jaw closing mechanism that brings the third jaw into a position approximating the first jaw.

Abstract: In some examples, an apparatus may include a needle configured to define a path through tissue of a patient, tubing configured to slidably receive the needle via a proximal opening, an anchor configured to slidably receive at least a portion of the tubing, and an anchor deployment member comprising a body and an anchor engagement member. Such an apparatus may be used to introduce and anchor an implantable medical device within a patient.

Abstract: In a treatment instrument, one of a pair of jaws is supported by a supporter while being pivot able around the supporter with respect to the supporter. A drive member moves along a longitudinal axis so that the pair of the jaws are closed with respect to each other, thereby applying an axial force onto an elongated member from the drive member by way of the one of the jaws and the supporter in a direction along the longitudinal axis. A contact surface of the elongated member abuts on a housing when the elongated member moves with respect to the housing under the axial force, thereby suppressing rotation of the elongated member around the longitudinal axis with respect to the housing.

Abstract: An endoscopic bipolar forceps includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof. The jaw members are movable relative to one another from a first position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a second position wherein the jaw members cooperate to grasp tissue therebetween. The forceps also includes a source of electrical energy connected to each jaw member such that the jaw members are capable of conducting energy through tissue held therebetween to effect a seal. A generally tube-like cutter is included which is slidably engaged about the elongated shaft and which is selectively movable about the elongated shaft to engage and cut tissue on at least one side of the jaw members while the tissue is engaged between jaw members.

Abstract: Surgical instruments are movable in several different dimensions and about several distinct axes. Surgical instruments include a head portion having a desired tool, a body portion freely moveable in several dimensions with respect to the head to which it connects via a connection or joint, which may be maneuverable and lockable in several head-body orientations. The connection may include one or more cooperative shafts, a rotator that angularly moves the head portion, a joint that translates the angular motion from rotator to the head in any relative orientation of the head portion, a crank that couples the shafts with the head portion, and a collar having an end slot to accommodate one or more of the shafts. In this way, as the shaft moves upward and downward, the head portion is transverse angularly displaced.

Abstract: Surgical tools that are capable of both manipulating a needle and cutting surgical thread during a suturing operation can sometimes be problematic due to inadvertent severing of the surgical thread. Surgical tools capable of exposing a bladed cutting surface only when severing of surgical thread is desired can substantially alleviate this issue. Such surgical tools may comprise an end effector comprising an end effector axle, a first jaw and a second jaw rotatably mounted to the end effector axle, and a first cutting body having a first blade and second cutting body having a second blade. The first cutting body is configured to move in tandem with the first jaw and the second cutting body is configured to move in tandem with the second jaw, such that the first and second blades are occluded when the first and second jaws are closed or partially opened.

Abstract: Surgical tool are disclosed that include a first tip and a second tip. The first tip and the second tip can have a first configuration, an intermediate configuration, and a second configuration. In the first configuration the tool operates as forceps and in the second configuration the tool operates as scissors. In the intermediate configuration the tool operates as a probe. The tips can be brought together to transition between the first configuration and the intermediate configuration. The tips can be rotated to transition between the intermediate configuration and the second configuration. Method are disclosed that include the step of providing a tool having a first tip extending distally and a second tip extending distally, moving at least one of the first tip and the second tip toward the other of the first tip and the second tip, and rotating the first tip and the second tip.

Abstract: An instrument includes a body, a shaft, and an end effector in communication with the shaft. The end effector includes opposing jaws, a staple cartridge, and a placement tip located at a distal end of one of the jaws. The placement tip includes first and second legs extending distally from one of the jaws. A void extends completely through the placement tip and separates the first and second legs. A distal portion connects the first and second legs. The distal portion has a first cross-sectional height that is greater than a second cross-sectional height of the first and second legs. The placement tip may include a body portion formed between an outer perimeter and an inner perimeter. The inner perimeter is defined by a void extending through the placement tip. At least a distal end of the body portion is bent towards the opposing jaw.

Abstract: A dissecting tip is provided for use with a surgical stapler or instrument. In one embodiment, the dissecting tip is secured to the end effector of a surgical stapler, e.g., to the anvil assembly or cartridge assembly. The dissecting tip extends distally from the end effector and is configured to dissect or separate target tissue from certain tissue, e.g., adherent, connective, joined or other tissue.

Abstract: A surgical instrument made from flexibly resilient sheet metal has a handle formed into a sheet metal beam having a convex shape for improved strength. Raised uninterrupted arcuate protrusions on the outer surface of the handle of the instrument are provided to add additional strength and to provide improved grip retention when the surgical instrument is being used during surgical procedures. The improved handle is shown integrally as part of a needle holder capable of clamping surgical needles of varying diameters.

Abstract: A knife member that can have a blade portion configured operation within a surgical stapling device. A first frame portion can extend from the blade portion to a first connection portion. A second frame portion can extend from the first frame portion to a second connection portion. At least one of the first and second frame portions can include a fused portion. The fused portion can be configured to fail when a predetermined amount of force is applied to the fused portion.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dissecting tip for use in a surgical stapler or instrument.

Abstract: A medical instrument for endoscopic surgery, including a sheath tube having a distal and a proximal end and a connecting body arranged at the sheath tube's proximal end area, whereby the sheath tube and connecting body are penetrated in axial direction by a common channel, through which an elongated actuating element passes, an end body connectable to connecting body having a hand grip attached for operating the medical instrument, a locking slider, which is slidably housed in a channel oriented at an angle to the channel within connecting body, whereby the actuation area of locking slider projects from connecting body and can be actuated to locked and free positions using finger pressure, such that the end body coupled to connecting body is positively locked to connecting body in the locked position, and the end body in the free position can be detached from connecting body.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to a system having a port assembly and instrument arm assembly. The port assembly includes an outer body, inner body, and internal channels. The outer body includes a first access port, first and second ends, and anchoring portions. The inner body may be positionable in the first access port. The internal channels may be formed around an exterior of the inner body when the inner body is positioned in the first access port. The instrument arm assembly may include one or more joint portions, arm segments, an end instrument, and an instrument arm anchor portion. One of the internal channels may be configurable to house at least a portion of the instrument arm anchor portion. The port assembly may be configurable to allow an insertion of the instrument arm assembly through the first access port of the outer body.

Abstract: Procedures may be performed on the heart after the installation of a mitral valve fixation device. In order to prepare the heart for such procedures, the fixation device may be removed or disabled in minimally invasive ways (e.g., through an endovascular procedure), without requiring open access to the heart. The fixation device may be partitioned so that one portion may remain attached to each leaflet of the mitral valve. In another example, the leaflets may be cut along the edges of the distal element(s) of the fixation device, so as to cut the fixation device from the leaflet(s). Systems and devices for performing such procedures endovascularly are disclosed. Fixation devices with improved access to a release harness are also disclosed.

Abstract: An actuating element for actuating an instrument for performing minimally invasive interventions comprises a first handle half-shell and a second handle half-shell movable relative to each other and connected with each other at one end by a biasing mechanism; a tube arranged substantially centrally between the handle half-shells; a linkage mechanism arranged between the handle half-shells and the tube in order to transmit an actuating movement of the handle half-shells; a locking mechanism with a latching rocker arranged on the first handle half-shell and a locking rocker arranged on the second handle half-shell, wherein the two rockers enter into locking connection with each other through an opening provided therefor in the tube when the handle half-shells are moved together, and wherein the rockers are mounted around a pivot axis such that a swiveling or pivoting movement of the rockers lies within a plane defined by the handle half-shells.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to apparatuses, devices, and methods for locks for endoscopic accessories. In one implementation, an adjustable lock for an endoscopic accessory includes a body slidably mounted upon a rail of the endoscopic accessory, and an arm extending about a portion of the body. The arm may be connected to the body and pivotable relative to the body between a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, teeth on an inner surface of the arm may engage a toothed rack on the rail such that the adjustable lock is secured to the rail. In the open position, the teeth on the inner surface of the arm may be clear of the toothed rack such that the lock may slide relative to the rail.

Abstract: A surgical manipulator includes an internal working end having an internal joint, and an external control interface linked to the internal working end for controlling the internal working end. The external control interface includes at least one lever defining a grip volume for a surgeon's hand when gripping and operating the at least one lever, and an external joint linked to the internal joint for controlling the internal joint. The external joint is positioned substantially within the grip volume.

Abstract: A differential dissecting instrument for differentially dissecting complex tissue is disclosed. The differential dissecting instrument comprises a handle and an elongate member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is connected to the handle. The differential dissecting instrument comprises a differential dissecting member configured to be rotatably attached to the second end and further comprises at least one tissue engaging surface. The differential dissecting instrument comprises a mechanism configured to mechanically rotate the differential dissecting member around an axis of rotation, thereby causing the at least one tissue engaging surface to move in at least one direction against the complex tissue. The at least one tissue engaging surface is configured to selectively engage the complex tissue such that the at least one tissue engaging surface disrupts at least one soft tissue in the complex tissue, but does not disrupt firm tissue in the complex tissue.

Abstract: Disclosed is a four-jawed combinational scissor-grasper surgical tool for use in laparoscopy, Cutting and grasping functionalities are respectively enabled via movement of a pair of such specially contoured jaw members sliding against or splaying apart from the other pair. Also disclosed are means for achieving selectable interlocking of jaw members and mechanical linkage for their actuation by human user.

Abstract: A treatment energy application structure includes a flexible substrate having an electric resistance pattern and a lead wire connection portion. A heat transfer plate faces the flexible substrate and transfers heat to the body tissue. An insulating adhesive sheet is interposed between the flexible substrate and the heat transfer plate. The insulating adhesive sheet comprises a first area to cover an entire surface of the electric resistance pattern and the heat transfer plate and a second area protruding from the heat transfer plate to cover a part of the lead wire connection portion. The heat transfer plate has a chamfered corner facing the insulating adhesive sheet. An adhesive may adhere the second area to at least one of the heat transfer plate and the substrate. The insulating adhesive sheet may adhere the substrate to both the heat transfer plate and the bridge portion of a cover.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dissecting tip for use in a surgical stapler or instrument.

Abstract: This medical manipulator is provided with: an opening/closing drive transmission unit that transmits driving force for an opening/closing operation to a tip operation section from a handle side; and a rotary driving transmission unit that transmits rotary force for a rolling operation to the tip operation section from the handle. The rotary driving transmission unit has: a rolling drive transmission tube disposed rotatably within a shaft; a bevel gear provided to the joint between the shaft and the tip operation section; and a rotating sleeve that meshes with the bevel gear. A pull-wire having flexibility and configuring a portion of the opening/closing drive transmission unit extends through the inside of the joint to the inside of the tip operation section.

Abstract: An apparatus for creating minimal skin incisions and soft tissue tunnels, particularly useful in the insertion of transverse or oblique screws through a bone and the holes in a locking nail embedded within the intra-medullary cavity of the bone. A unique surgical tool, as described herein, is used in conjunction with a targeting guide and targeting guide tunnel to create skin and soft-tissue tunnels that are precise, of minimal size, and minimally traumatic for the patient, and very quick and easy for the surgeon to create and to repair.

Abstract: Electrosurgical instruments and associated methods are disclosed herein. Embodiments of the electrosurgical instruments can include an elongate shaft that can articulate an end effector relative to the elongate shaft, with the end effector including opposed jaws and positioned at a distal end of the elongate shaft. In addition, electrosurgical instruments are provided that include a cutting feature or knife that is coupled to the end effector and can axially translate relative to the elongate shaft. Furthermore, the knife can be rotated relative to the elongate shaft, which can cause simultaneous rotation of the end effector. Electrosurgical instruments are also provided that include an end effector including opposed jaws that are configured to rotate relative to the elongate shaft and grasp objects (i.e., via opening and closing the opposed jaws). Electrical energy can also be passed through the electrosurgical instrument for performing electrosurgical procedures.

Abstract: A vascular catheter wire clamp is provided. The vascular catheter clamp includes an elastic body, a clamping shaft, and a clamping shaft receiving passageway. The elastic body includes a first arm having a first retention surface, a second arm having a second retention surface, and a bent section connecting the first arm and the second arm such that first arm away from the bent section and parallel with the second arm. The clamping shaft extends inward from outward facing surface of the first arm and includes a retention member positioned along an end thereof. The clamping shaft receiving passageway is positioned through the second arm and corresponds with the clamping shaft and the retention member.

Abstract: A surgical instrument is provided and includes a housing having a shaft. An end effector assembly operatively connects to the shaft and has a pair of first and second jaw members. A jaw insert is operably associated with the first and second jaw members. The jaw insert includes one or more cam slots defined therein configured to receive a cam pin that upon movement thereof rotates the first and second jaw members from an open position to a clamping position and an opening defined therein configured to securely house a pivot pin that provides a point of pivot for the first and second jaw members. The jaw insert is manufactured from an insulative medium to dielectrically isolate the first and second jaw members.

Abstract: A device for extending, elongating, or repairing a previously created arteriovenous fistula between a first blood vessel and an adjacent second blood vessel includes a main body having a primary lumen and an articulating jaw member disposed at the distal end of the main body. The jaw member is configured with two elements to allow rotation of one element about a pivot point to grasp tissue while being rotated. The jaw member is also configured to allow thermal energy delivery to one or both elements of the jaw member that allow tissue welding and cutting. A second lumen located within one element of the jaw member is configured to allow advancement over a guidewire into the second vessel while the other element of the jaw member remains within the first blood vessel at the position where the arteriovenous fistula, or aperture, exists between the first and second blood vessel.

Abstract: A sensor embedding device according to the present disclosure is a sensor embedding device which embeds a sensor in a subject, the sensor having a sensing region in which to detect a state of the subject, including: a needle to be inserted in the subject, the needle having a hole; a sensor retainer to retain the sensor so that the sensor is ready to be embedded inside the subject in such a manner that the sensing region is oriented in a predetermined direction; and a movable section to move the sensor into the subject with a slide of the sensor retainer inside the hole.

Abstract: A dissector device having a rod-shaped hollow member, an expandable element with a pair of jaws arranged at a distal end of the rod-shaped member and a grip arranged at a proximal end of the rod-shaped member is provided. The dissector device has dispensing assembly for dispensing a fluid under pressure and has feeding channels and a dispensing channel associated with the jaws of the expandable element. The dispensing channel being has an outlet arranged proximate to or at the free end of the jaw. The feeding channels are arranged in fluid communication with a cavity of the rod-shaped member, whereby a fluid under pressure is fed throughout the cavity of the rod-shaped member in an operating condition of the dissector device.

Abstract: A surgical instrument is provided and includes a housing having a shaft. An end effector assembly operatively connects to the shaft and has a pair of first and second jaw members. A jaw insert is operably associated with the first and second jaw members. The jaw insert includes one or more cam slots defined therein configured to receive a cam pin that upon movement thereof rotates the first and second jaw members from an open position to a clamping position and an opening defined therein configured to securely house a pivot pin that provides a point of pivot for the first and second jaw members. The jaw insert is manufactured from an insulative medium to dielectrically isolate the first and second jaw members.

Abstract: A surgical instrument includes a housing and an elongated shaft operably coupled to an actuating mechanism moveable between an actuated position and an unactuated position. An end effector includes a pair of opposing first and second jaw members. One or more drive surfaces are disposed on the actuating mechanism and configured to compress a spring upon movement of the actuating mechanism to the actuated position. The spring imparts a spring force in a distal direction to bias the actuating mechanism to the unactuated position. An electrically conductive tissue sealing surface extends along a length of one or both of the jaw members and is adapted to connect to a source of electrosurgical energy.

Abstract: A surgical apparatus is disclosed. An actuation mechanism is operable from a proximal portion of the surgical apparatus and a tool assembly is pivotally positioned on a distal portion of the surgical apparatus. The tool assembly is movable between a first position in which the tool assembly is substantially aligned with a longitudinal axis of the surgical apparatus, and a second position in which the tool assembly is pivoted away from the longitudinal axis of the surgical apparatus. An articulation mechanism is positionable to move the tool assembly between the first and second positions. A drive mechanism includes a first shaft operably engaged with a second shaft at an articulation joint. The drive mechanism is configured to transfer rotational motion from the first shaft to the second shaft.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a surgical operation by wire (SOBW) type surgical operation apparatus including an end effector configured so as to remove or minimize configurations of a mechanical cable. The SOBW type surgical operation apparatus includes: a body part; an extension part having one end connected to the body part; and an end effector formed at the other end of the extension part, and receiving electrical energy transferred through the body part and the extension part and converting the electrical energy into mechanical energy.

Abstract: Surgical tool are disclosed that include a first tip and a second tip. The first tip and the second tip can have a first configuration, an intermediate configuration, and a second configuration. In the first configuration the tool operates as forceps and in the second configuration the tool operates as scissors. In the intermediate configuration the tool operates as a probe. The tips can be brought together to transition between the first configuration and the intermediate configuration. The tips can be rotated to transition between the intermediate configuration and the second configuration. Method are disclosed that include the step of providing a tool having a first tip extending distally and a second tip extending distally, moving at least one of the first tip and the second tip toward the other of the first tip and the second tip, and rotating the first tip and the second tip.

Abstract: Surgical tools and methods are disclosed. The surgical tool has a first tip comprising a first tip longitudinal axis and a second tip. The surgical tool has a first configuration wherein the first and second tips operate as forceps. The surgical tool has a second configuration wherein the first and second tips operate as scissors, wherein the surgical tool is configured to transition between the first configuration and the second configuration, at least in part, by rotation of the first tip about the first tip longitudinal axis.

Abstract: An occlusion clamp including: (a) an occlusion tongs including a primary spring coupling a first longitudinal arm to a second longitudinal arm, the first longitudinal arm including a first linear occlusion surface configured to be parallel to and overlap a second linear occlusion surface of the second longitudinal arm, each of the first and second longitudinal arms having a free distal end; and, (b) a secondary spring removably coupled to the occlusion tongs.

Abstract: An eyelid speculum for retracting a pair of eyelids, comprises: a first arm having a first blade portion contoured to generally conform to an eyeball globe and one of the pair of eyelids; a second arm having a second blade portion contoured to generally conform to the eyeball globe an the other of the pair of eyelids; and a mechanism carrying the first arm and the second arm. The mechanism is operable to hold the first arm and the second arm parallel to and in proximity to each other so that the first blade portion and the second blade portion may be inserted between said eyelids to engage said eyelids. The mechanism is further operable to move the first arm and the second arm apart from each other while maintaining the first arm and the second arm in parallel such that the first blade portion and the second blade portion retract said pair of eyelids. The mechanism advantageously moves away from the surgical field of the eye when retracting the eyelids.

Abstract: A surgical instrument includes an elongated shaft having a distal portion and a proximal portion coupled to a housing. An inner shaft member extends at least partially through the elongated shaft and is selectively movable in a longitudinal direction. An end effector is supported by the distal portion of the elongated shaft. The end effector includes upper and lower jaw members pivotally coupled to the distal portion of the elongated shaft about a pivot axis and including a pair of laterally spaced flanges. The pairs of flanges of the jaw members are arranged in an offset configuration such that one flange of the upper jaw member is positioned on a laterally exterior side of a corresponding flange of the lower jaw member, and the other flange of the upper jaw member is positioned on a laterally interior side of the other flange of the lower jaw member.

Abstract: A surgery robot according to one embodiment of the present invention includes: a position transformation unit having at least one portion which can be introduced into the body, wherein the position transformation unit is formed into a plurality of joints so as to be capable of positional transformation; a surgery unit which is coupled to the position transformation unit and the position of which is transformed along with the position transformation of the position transformation unit, wherein a surgery section is mounted on one portion of the distal end thereof for performing surgery on an affected area; and a driving unit which generates a driving force for the positional transformation of the position transformation unit, wherein the driving unit may have a driving section and a driving transmission section which adjusts the position of one of the joints with respect to another of the joints.

Abstract: A medical device includes a handle, a flexible member extending from a proximal end connected to the handle to a distal end, a rotation mechanism connected to the distal end of the flexible member, an end effector coupled to a distal portion of the rotation mechanism and a push member extending through the handle and flexible member and connecting to the rotation mechanism, the rotation mechanism being configured and dimensioned to convert axial movement of the push member into rotation of the end effector.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an electrode assembly for use with an electrosurgical instrument. The electrode assembly includes a pair of opposing jaw members and an electrode positioned on each jaw member. One or both of the electrodes includes a tissue contacting surface that has an outer periphery and defines a side surface depending therefrom. The tissue contacting surface and the side surface include a conjoining edge formed at a first predetermined angle that defines a first linear transition zone dimensioned to reduce arcing between the opposing jaw members during activation of the electrosurgical instrument.

Abstract: An electrosurgical instrument includes a housing including an elongated shaft. A stationary actuation member is axially disposed within the elongated shaft and includes a cam pin. An actuating mechanism is operably coupled to the elongated shaft and is moveable relative to the housing to selectively cause movement of the elongated shaft. An end effector includes a pair of opposing first and second jaw members operably coupled about a common pivot. One or both of the jaw members includes a camming slot configured to engage the cam pin. Each jaw member includes an electrically conductive tissue sealing surface adapted to connect to a source of electrosurgical energy. A knife blade is supported in the elongated shaft and moveable in a longitudinal direction to cut tissue disposed between the jaw members. A switch is configured to be engaged by the actuating mechanism to initiate delivery of electrosurgical energy to tissue.

Abstract: An electrosurgical forceps is provided with a shaft that extends from a housing of the electrosurgical forceps. An end effector assembly includes a pair of first and second jaw members pivotably coupled to one another via a pivot pin. One or both of the first and second jaw members may be movable from an open position for positioning tissue therebetween to a clamping position for grasping tissue. A detent is operably disposed proximal the pivot pin and extends radially outward from a proximal flange of one of the jaw members. The detent is configured to releasably engage a corresponding slot disposed on a proximal flange of the other jaw member. The detent and slot are configured to control a gap distance between the first and second jaw members when the first and second jaw members are in the clamping position.

Abstract: A surgical tool including an elongated housing having an outer diameter at a location adjacent the front end which can pass through a targeting tunnel of a targeting guide. The surgical tool also includes a first blade with a first cutting edge, a second blade with a second cutting edge, each blade being movably connected adjacent to a first end of an actuation mechanism in the elongated housing. The blades include an at-rest scissors position and a scalpel position. When in the at-rest position the width of the blades does not extend beyond an outer diameter of the elongated housing and when the blades are in a scalpel position, the blades extend beyond the outer diameter of the elongated housing.

Abstract: A medical cutting instrument for cutting muscles and tendons, having a shaft on whose distal end a tool is mounted consisting of two jaw members, such that at least one jaw member can move with respect to the other jaw member, and on whose proximal end a handle is mounted, such that the movable jaw member and the handle operatively interact with one another by way of an actuation element mounted in the shaft in such a way that the movable jaw member can be shifted between a closed position and an opened position of the tool by actuating the handle and whereby the tool is configured for simultaneous severing and holding of one end of the severed muscle/tendon tissue. At least in the other jaw member, a guide is configured for controlled insertion of the muscle/tendon tissue that is to be severed.

Abstract: An ovarian ligament shear that includes a blade pivotally disposed upon a perhensile section, said prehensile section disposed at a distal end of a foremember, and a securing clasp pivotally disposed proximal the blade, each of the blade and the securing clasp moveable by means of each of a respective first cable and second cable disposed within an interior cavity, said first and second cables rotationally torqued by a pivot pin rotatably disposed in a center-piece, said pin attached to a second handle member, wherein the second handle member rotates the pivot pin when the second handle member is moved between an open position and a closed position, whereby each of the blade and the securing clasp are moved from a first position to a second position and a pedicle is securable and severable thereby.

Abstract: The present invention is a device having a rigidly linked jaw that is decoupled from an articulating wrist. The device provides for articulating motion as well as actuation that may be used in grasping, cutting, suturing or the like.

Abstract: Surgical tools and methods are disclosed. The surgical tool has a first configuration wherein the first tip and the second tip operate as forceps. The surgical tool has a second configuration wherein the first tip and the second tip operate as scissors, wherein rotating the first tip and the second tip about a longitudinal axis of the surgical tool transitions the surgical tool between the first configuration and second configuration. A method of using a surgical tool is disclosed that includes providing a surgical tool having a first tip and a second tip, wherein the first and second tips are configured for use as forceps. The method includes rotating the first tip relative to a longitudinal axis of the surgical tool and the second tip relative to the longitudinal axis of the surgical tool, wherein the rotation reconfigures the first and second tips for use as scissors.