Technological advancements in minimally invasive surgery have led to significant
improvements in patient outcomes. One such technology is surgical stapling, which has …

While there are many benefits to minimally invasive surgery, force feedback, or touch
sensation, is lacking in the currently available MIS tools, including surgical robots, creating …

The introduction of both new surgical devices and reengineered existing devices leads to
modifications in the way traditional tasks are carried out and allows for the development of …

Objectives We aim to determine what threshold of compressive stress small bowel and colon
tissues display evidence of significant tissue trauma during laparoscopic surgery. Design …

Background Since its adoption as a surgical technique over a half-century ago, stapling has
continually undergone improvements, both in the devices used and in our understanding of …

As next generation stapling devices enter the marketplace with robotic adaptations, tri-staple
technology, preloaded reinforcement materials, etc., in this perspective piece we assert that …

Introduction. Analysis of force application in laparoscopic surgery is critical to understanding
the nature of the tool-tissue interaction. The aim of this study is to provide real-time data …

Background Analysis of safe laparoscopic grasping thresholds for the colon has not been
performed. This study aimed to analyse tissue damage thresholds when the colon is …

Methods A systematic review of studies exploring tool-tissue forces applied during surgery
was performed in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. Results 45 studies discussing tool …

This article presents an investigation into the mechanical properties of porcine mesocolon,
small intestinal mesentery, fascia, and peritoneum tissues to generate a preliminary …