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| Medtronics.com |
Medtronic today announced the launch
of its Signia(TM) Stapling System, which has Adaptive Firing(TM) technology to
detect the tissue strength and type of tissue worked at allowing for consistent
staple lines. This is in line with the company’s commitment to develop and enhance
Minimal Invasive Surgery capabilities and technology.
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| Medtronics.com |
Human tissues have variable thickness
and consistency throughout body, so the Signia stapling system can measure the
force required for a specific tissue and adjust the speed of firing staples.
The device also includes one single handheld
firing gun to allow the operator’s more choice and ease of use keeping the
other hand free.
"The Signia system is a
first-of-its-kind stapling system and represents our commitment to pioneering
intelligence-based minimally invasive surgical solutions," said Chris
Barry, senior vice president and president of the Surgical Innovations
business, which is part of the Minimally Invasive Therapies Group at Medtronic.
"Ultimately, healthcare should help patients get better, faster with less
pain; MIS delivers on that commitment."
Dana Portenier, M.D., FACS, co-program
director, Duke Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Fellowship division chief, Duke
Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery Duke Regional Hospital, chairman of surgery
said "In my experience to date, I believe the articulation, rotation and
firing of the Signia system provides an important new option in the performance
of minimally invasive surgical procedures. Its ability to provide the surgeon
with helpful data and real-time response has the potential to contribute to
more informed surgical decision-making."
The initially launch is limited to the
United States, Western Europe, and Japan. It is expected to roll out to
additional global locations during the company's fiscal year 2018.
Medtronic Signia Stapling System
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