CMR Surgical has announced the launch of the Ultrasonic Dissector, a robotic advanced energy instrument delivering ultrasonic energy to cut and coagulate tissue, as part of its Versius Plus offering.
The Ultrasonic Dissector is the first instrument in the advanced energy instrument range to be introduced by CMR. It was developed to deliver ultrasonic energy via a torsional design, and can seal vessels up to 5 mm in diameter, with a mean burst pressure of 908 mmHg, – 7.5x that of normal systolic blood pressure. The Ultrasonic Dissector promotes haemostatic coagulation and simultaneous cutting with multiple, surgeon-selectable modes to suit each procedural need, supporting surgeons through more complex surgical procedures.
The introduction of the Ultrasonic Dissector to the Versius instrument suite completes a series of product launches made as part of Versius Plus. Versius Plus is designed to facilitate advanced surgical procedures across all specialities. It includes an expanded instrument portfolio, improved console, advanced digital insights, and vLimeLite our fluorescent imaging system for the visualisation of ICG.
Michelle Paknad, President of Global Marketing & US Market Entry at CMR Surgical
commented: "We're excited to be bringing advanced energy, in the form of the Ultrasonic Dissector, to the Versius Plus offering. We have listened to the needs of our clinical partners, and I’m delighted that we have been able to develop a practical tool that provides the ability to cut and coagulate tissue through ultrasonic energy, enabling them to perform more complex surgical procedures with Versius and bring the benefits of robotic-assisted minimal access surgery to more patients."
Mark Slack, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder at CMR Surgical commented: “The introduction of the Ultrasonic Dissector is an important next step in our instrument portfolio. We’ve worked closely with our clinical partners to bring this proven ultrasonic instrument to Versius and are looking forward to seeing the positive impact it will have for surgeons using Versius. As a multifunctional instrument, Ultrasonic Dissector provides enhanced capability to Versius, allowing surgeons to seal blood vessels – supporting them to do more complex procedures with the system and thereby bring more robotic assisted minimal access surgery to their patients.”
Barrie Keeler, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon and Robotic Lead at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, commented: “Having been involved in the testing and development of the Ultrasonic Dissector, I’m excited to see this significant move forward for Versius. As a colorectal surgeon, ultrasonic tools can help to improve efficiencies and save time while operating, particularly in more challenging procedures by providing enhanced haemostasis and coagulation of fragile tissue. This can give an improved view and allow me to perform the surgery more safely and effectively. The Ultrasonic Dissector is able to integrate seamlessly into our existing Versius workflow, and I look forward to incorporating it into aspects of my surgical practice to strive for improved outcomes for patients.”
