Lukas Glutz

Title: Innovations by Lukas Glutz: A Pioneer in Surgical Instrumentation

Introduction

Lukas Glutz is an accomplished inventor based in Bern, Switzerland. He has made significant contributions to the field of surgical instrumentation, holding a total of six patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of surgical tools, particularly those that utilize ultrasonic technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, one notable invention is a surgical apparatus that features mechanisms to drive fluid toward an ultrasonic blade. This apparatus includes a body, a user input feature, a shaft assembly, an end effector, and a blade cooling system. The end effector is equipped with a clamp arm and an ultrasonic blade that can be coupled with an ultrasonic transducer. The cooling system is designed to deliver liquid coolant to the ultrasonic blade, ensuring optimal performance during surgical procedures.

Another significant patent involves features for the communication of fluid through the shaft assembly of an ultrasonic surgical instrument. This apparatus comprises a body, a shaft assembly, a rotation input assembly, and an end effector. The shaft assembly defines a longitudinal axis and includes a first fluid passageway. The rotation input assembly allows for the rotation of the shaft assembly about this axis and defines a second fluid passageway that is in fluid communication with the first. The end effector, located at the distal end of the shaft assembly, is designed to receive fluid communicated through both passageways, enhancing its operational capabilities.