Medtronic Introduces Signia(TM) Stapling System, Innovative Surgical Stapler for Minimally Invasive Surgery
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
New Single-Handed Powered Stapling System Provides Real-time Feedback During
Surgery(1)
DUBLIN - Feb. 16, 2017 - Delivering on its commitment to develop and expand
minimally invasive surgery (MIS) technologies and capabilities, Medtronic plc
(NYSE: MDT) announced the launch of its Signia(TM) Stapling System. The latest
addition to the company's MIS portfolio, the Signia system provides surgeons
with real-time feedback and automated responses to that real-time data.
The Signia system includes Adaptive Firing(TM) technology that measures the
firing force and adjusts the stapler's speed based on tissue variability
measurements, allowing for consistent staple lines(2,3). Human tissue differs in
thickness throughout the body and its organ systems. For example, tissue is
thinnest at the top of the stomach and thickest at the bottom of the stomach
near the small intestine(4). Adaptive Firing technology can detect the
variability of tissue and automatically adjust the stapler's speed during MIS
procedures; this allows surgeons to fire staples consistently and evenly(2,3).
The Signia system also offers surgeons one-handed staple firing, allowing them
to free up their other hand and stay focused on the surgical site(5).
"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," said 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. "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 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."
The benefits of MIS procedures are well documented. MIS is less invasive than
traditional open surgery and can be used in multiple surgical procedure areas
including thoracic, bariatric, colorectal and gynecological. The Signia system
is launching initially in the United States, Western Europe, and Japan. It is
expected to roll out to additional global geographies during the company's
fiscal year 2018.
The Signia(TM) Stapling System from The Signia(TM) handle provides real-
Medtronic time feedback
The Signia(TM) stapling system is the The LED screen on the Signia(TM)
world's first stapler that empowers stapling system displays real-time
surgeons with real-time feedback in audible and visual feedback about
the palm of their hand. meaningful information.
Click the thumbnails above for a larger image.
To view an animation of the Signia Stapler System in use, click
here http://oak.ctx.ly/r/5ffs9
About Medtronic
Medtronic plc (www.medtronic.com), headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is among
the world's largest medical technology, services and solutions companies -
alleviating pain, restoring health and extending life for millions of people
around the world. Medtronic employs more than 88,000 people worldwide, serving
physicians, hospitals and patients in approximately 160 countries. The company
is focused on collaborating with stakeholders around the world to take
healthcare Further, Together.
Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as
those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated
results.
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(1) Based on internal test report #RE00024826, Signia(TM) stapling system
summative usability report, January 2016.
(2) Based on internal test report #R2146-151-0, Powered Stapling Firing Speed
DOE Analysis and ASA Parameters, 2015.
(3) Based on internal test report #R2146-173-0, ASA Verification Testing with
Slow Speed Force Limit Evaluation, 2015.
(4 )Elariny H, González H, Wang B. 24. Tissue thickness of human stomach
measured on excised gastric specimens from obese patients. Surg Technol Int.
2005; 14:119-124.
(5) Based on internal test report #RE00024826. Signia(TM) Stapling System
Summative Usability Report, Rev A, January 2016.
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Source: Medtronic plc via GlobeNewswire
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