Laura A Nye

Title: Laura A. Nye and Robotic Surgical Innovation

Introduction

Laura A. Nye is an inventor associated with Cincinnati, Ohio, and Cilag International GmbH. Her patent work concerns surgical technology designed to combine robotic articulation, electrosurgical treatment, irrigation, and suction.

Latest Patents

Nye is named on one patent, titled “Energized Suction and Irrigation Device for Robotic Surgical System.” The invention describes a surgical instrument configured to connect to a robotic arm. Its shaft assembly extends from the arm, while an articulatable section allows the end effector to move between a straight position and a deflected position.

The end effector includes an electrode for applying electrosurgical energy to tissue and at least one aperture for delivering fluid or applying vacuum. These features are intended to support tissue irrigation and the removal of debris during a procedure. Nye’s listed portfolio includes 1 patent.

Career Highlights

Nye’s documented patent contribution focuses on integrating multiple surgical functions into an instrument for robotic surgery. The design brings together an articulatable end effector, electrosurgical energy, and fluid or vacuum access.

Collaborations

Nye’s listed coworkers include Kyle R. Flakne and David C. Groene. The patent is associated with Cilag International GmbH.

Conclusion

Laura A. Nye’s patent work reflects an effort to combine articulation, energized tissue treatment, irrigation, and suction in a robotic surgical instrument.