USPTO Patent Applications - Diagnosis & Surgery (A61B)

Expandable Veterinary Orthopedic Implant System

The USPTO published patent application US20260090831A1 by IN LIFE VET SA covering an expandable veterinary orthopedic implant system and manufacturing process. The application describes an implant with flanges that expands via support arm pivoting when distal and proximal ends are brought together, with an expansion sleeve mechanism enabling controlled deployment. Filed September 25, 2025.

Hip fracture fixation system, patent US20260090830A1, published 2nd Apr

Hip fracture fixation system, patent US20260090830A1, published 2nd Apr

Pre-Surgical Analysis System and Methods

USPTO published patent application US20260090839A1 by Prem Ramkumar MD, Inc. for a pre-surgical analytical system that uses CT scan images to predict surgical outcomes. The system classifies and segments anatomical landmarks, calculates angles and measurements against predetermined thresholds, and generates weighted scores indicating potential surgical results. This published application does not create immediate regulatory obligations.

Patient-specific 3D Surgical Simulation Method and Device

The USPTO published patent application US20260090838A1 by HUTOM Inc. for a patient-specific 3D surgical simulation method, device, and program. The invention covers acquiring patient scan images, generating 3D models of surgical areas with adjacent organs and blood vessels, modeling surgical equipment with environmental variables, and providing patient-specific surgical simulations. The application was filed December 2, 2024 and published April 2, 2026.

Method and Apparatus for Ablating a Target Volume

The USPTO published patent application US20260090837A1 for a method and apparatus supporting ablation of a target volume in medical procedures. The invention describes a control circuit that registers three-dimensional patient imaging with ablation zone information to generate two-dimensional coverage representations. Inventors include Hojjatollah Fallahi, Dane Olson, and Gael Luis Boivin.

Minimally Invasive Access Channels Into Bodily Regions

USPTO published patent application US20260090836A1 filed by MicroCube, LLC for access devices and methods to create channels for introducing working devices into anatomical regions. The invention uses visualization modalities (endoscopes, ultrasound) to create access channels that are then used for diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventive procedures, with endometrial ablation as a specific example application.

Shunting Catheters and Methods for Tisusal Removal

The USPTO published patent application US20260090834A1 for shunting catheters and tissue removal methods. The application (No. 18899694) was filed September 27, 2024 and names inventors Rani Abdullah Mahmoudi, Ajay Kumar Dass, and Wei Gan. The invention relates to catheter systems with tissue-removal assemblies for creating shunts in patients.

Tissue sealing instrument patent with dual sealing electrodes

The USPTO published patent application US20260090833A1 for a tissue sealing instrument with dual sealing electrodes. The invention features two jaws with sealing electrodes, where one jaw includes a cutting electrode held in a flexible plastic body within a narrow groove, while the opposing jaw contains an elastic counter support seated in a wider recess. Inventors include Volker Mayer, Rolf Weiler, and colleagues. Filing date was September 19, 2025.

Calibration Block for Surgical Fiducial Marker Arrays

USPTO published patent application US20260090832A1 for a calibration block designed for surgical fiducial marker arrays. The invention includes a main body with top and side faces, surgical fiducial markers in an asymmetrical arrangement, and screw openings for calibration purposes. Inventors include Jesse Harrison Gallant, Osamah Choudhry, Christopher Morley, and Florentin Jonas Liebmann. Filing date was September 29, 2024, under application number 18900842.

Robot Assisted Rod Bending Surgical Patent

The USPTO published patent application US20260090828A1 for a robot-assisted surgical rod bending method invented by Eric Finley and Thomas Scholl. The invention captures poses of surgical tools coupled to robotic devices and determines implant positions to generate bend curves and bending instructions for surgical linking devices. Medical device manufacturers developing surgical robotics should review this publication for competitive intelligence and freedom-to-operate considerations.

Bunion Correction Clamp Assembly Patent Application

USPTO published patent application US20260090826A1 for a bunion correction clamp assembly. The invention by inventors Amiot and Flagle describes a surgical device with an elongate bridge, sliding/rotating blocks, and pins for positioning bone segments during foot surgery. The application was filed November 26, 2025 under Application No. 19401964.

Intraluminal Puncturing Catheter System

USPTO published patent application US20260090825A1 by REVASCARDIO LTD. for an intraluminal puncturing catheter system. The invention includes a catheter with a flexible positioning arm, a second catheter with opened distal end, and a tissue puncturer extendable through the system. The technology is classified under CPC A61B 17/3417 and related categories for diagnosis and surgical instruments.

Ultrasound endoscope access device pierces hollow organs

The USPTO published patent application US20260090824A1 by Olympus Corporation covering a treatment method and device with an ultrasound endoscope access device. The invention includes an access pipe insertable into an endoscope sheath, a piercer for puncturing hollow organs through the digestive tract, and a switchable configuration system that turns the piercing function on or off. The application was filed on December 9, 2025, with six inventors including Tomotaka Hayakawa and Tomofumi Katayama.

Biopsy Needle Position Detection Method and Device

USPTO published patent application US20260090823A1 for Siemens Healthineers AG covering an automated method and device for determining the position of a biopsy needle tip using sensor technology. The system calculates the distance from the needle tip to a reference point during biopsy procedures. Medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers should monitor this filing for potential IP considerations in related technologies.

Expandable Intravascular Catheter with Controlled Strut Expansion

USPTO published patent application US20260090821A1 for an expandable intravascular catheter with controllably movable struts. The device allows the expandable portion to move between expanded and contracted positions relative to the catheter tube's outer diameter. Inventors: John P. Pigott, Jenny Zeroni, Adam Tschida. Application filed October 7, 2025.

Selectable Angle Needle Guide for use with Imaging Probes

USPTO published patent application US20260090822A1 for David Kinas' selectable angle needle guide assembly for use with ultrasound or similar imaging probes. The invention features a body section engaging the probe head with parallel leg members forming a channel sized for needle insertion into patient tissue under visual observation. This is a routine patent publication notice with no new regulatory requirements.

Ultrasonic surgical instrument, mechanical harmonic generator, Apr 02

Ultrasonic surgical instrument, mechanical harmonic generator, Apr 02

Veterinary orthopedic instruments for expandable bone implants

The USPTO published patent application US20260090829A1 filed by IN LIFE VET SA for veterinary orthopedic instruments designed to implant expandable bone implants. The invention includes a main grippable body, an implant-holding portion with retention means, and a fluid injection instrument for deploying the implant. No compliance deadlines or regulatory requirements are associated with this publication notice.

Orthopedic External Fixator Pin Clamp

USPTO published patent application US20260090827A1 for an orthopedic external fixator pin clamp device filed by New Standard Device, LLC. The application claims an orthopedic clamp comprising upper and lower clamp portions with a flexible hinge and shaft hole for attachment to an orthopedic strut. The application was filed on February 19, 2025, with five named inventors including Robert E. Wigginton and Thomas L. Hand.

Steerable Medical Shaft Control System

USPTO published patent application US20260090816A1 for a steerable medical device shaft control assembly. Invented by William B. Key et al., the invention features a handle with docking base and ball socket mechanism for controlling steerable shafts in medical devices. This is a routine patent publication with no immediate regulatory or compliance impact.

Arthrex tissue collector for surgery, variable particle sizes, filters

The USPTO published Patent Application US20260090818A1 for Arthrex, Inc., disclosing a tissue collector device for surgical use featuring multiple filters with varying pore sizes to collect and sort tissue fragments by size. The application names inventors G. Joshua Karnes, Shane Noble, Christopher Bare, and Andrea Matuska, with a filing date of September 30, 2025.

Endoscopic stomach reconstruction method, fixation elements, gastric tissue

The USPTO published patent application US20260090819A1 by inventor Michael Murray disclosing methods and devices for endoscopically reconstructing gastric tissue. The invention includes passing an end effector through the esophagus into the stomach, grasping a fold from the lesser curvature, deploying fixation elements, and cutting to form a passageway. The application was filed on October 1, 2025.

Occlusive Implant with Shape Memory Fabric Technology

Boston Scientific Scimed filed patent application US20260090809A1 for an occlusive implant with shape memory fabric technology. The invention covers a framework that transitions between collapsed and expanded configurations, with an occlusive fabric made from shape memory polymer filaments that shift configurations upon stimulus exposure. Application No. 19341220 was published April 2, 2026.

Adjustable Navigated Surgical Drill Sheath

The USPTO published patent application US20260090814A1 for an adjustable navigated surgical drill sheath with augmented reality navigation capability. The invention includes a handle, main body, and adjustment arrangement allowing multiple specific drill depths. Fiducial markers enable AR navigation during surgical procedures. Medical device manufacturers may review for competitive intelligence.

Ophthalmic System with Patient-Customized Alignment Mechanisms

USPTO published patent application US20260090717A1 by Carl Zeiss Meditec covering an ophthalmic system (OCT or fundus imager) with patient-customized alignment mechanisms. The system enables single-operator fine alignment using custom mechanical guides and rough pre-alignment based on patient-specific parameters. Application 19341552 was filed September 26, 2025.

Scanning laser ophthalmoscope fluorescent imaging patent application

USPTO published patent application US20260090718A1 for a scanning laser ophthalmoscope capable of obtaining visible light images and fluorescent images of the ocular fundus. The application claims a system including visible and infrared light sources, a scanner, beam splitter, and multi-channel light detection unit with red, green, and blue/fluorescence detection capabilities. Inventors: Sun Hyung JO and Woo Kyung BEAK.

Eye Spectropolarimetry for Neurodegenerative Disease Markers

USPTO published RETISPEC Inc.'s patent application US20260090709A1 for systems and methods evaluating eye spectropolarimetric data to identify markers of neurodegenerative diseases affecting the central nervous system. The filing (application 19214892) covers imaging analysis using spatial, spectral, and polarimetric data to classify patients into disease status categories. The application was filed May 21, 2025.

Visual Acuity Testing with Astigmatism

USPTO published patent application US20260090713A1 for a method and device determining visual acuity characteristics of subjects with astigmatic visual defects. The invention uses preferential direction testing aligned with cylinder axis correction, adapted visual signs with directional features, and optical power application to measure acuity in specific orientations. Inventors are Adam Muschielok and Stephan Trumm.

Fundus Imaging Apparatus with OCT

USPTO published patent application US20260090714A1 for a fundus imaging apparatus combining standard color imaging with optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology. The application claims a compact design with a control unit positioned above the optical systems and an exhaust port for thermal management. Inventors include Yusuke Oogi, Rui Fukuoka, and Daisuke Baba.

Retinal Image Processing Method Using Multispectral Imaging for ML Training

USPTO published patent application US20260090719A1 for a computer-implemented method of processing retinal images using multispectral imaging and machine learning. The invention assesses image quality by determining artifact extent across different wavelengths and computing a quality index to determine suitability for training machine learning algorithms. Inventors include Claudia Chevrefils, Gabriel Dignard, Wei You, and Jean-Philippe Sylestre.

Surgical Robot System and Flexible Surgical Instrument

USPTO published patent application US20260090853A1 filed by Beijing Yunlijing'an Technology Co., Ltd. for a surgical robot system and flexible surgical instrument. The invention includes a flexible instrument with spiral accommodating grooves for storing actuator units and a transmission substrate connected to an instrument driving apparatus. Filing date was March 24, 2023.

Intuitive Surgical modular control shell for surgical robotics

Intuitive Surgical modular control shell for surgical robotics

Coordinated movement control of robotic surgical tools

USPTO published patent application US20260090855A1 by inventor Alexander Tarek Hassan for a robotic medical system enabling coordinated movements of robotic surgical tools through multiple ports while maintaining remote centers of motion. The system provides three control modes for managing camera and tool coordination during surgical procedures, with automatic movement capabilities to keep tools within camera field of view.

Medical Lighting Device for Surgical Diagnostic Use

USPTO published patent application US20260090857A1 by inventors Joonheon Kim and Won Suk Choi for a medical lighting device comprising a frame, light arm, and multiple lamp modules with angle adjusting devices for surgical diagnostic use. The application (No. 19411073) was filed December 5, 2025.

Eye tracking display control surgical technique monitoring

USPTO published patent application US20260090858A1 for a surgical hub system that monitors user visual gaze to control display priority. The system uses contextual data to determine surgical tasks, analyze technique performance against baselines, and trigger corrective actions including display adjustments and medical instrument parameter changes.

Medical device chuck with rotating fiducial marker array patent

The USPTO published patent application US20260090859A1 for a medical device chuck with a rotating fiducial marker array. Inventors Jesse Harrison Gallant, Osamah Choudhry, Christopher Morley, and Florentin Jonas Liebmann filed the application on September 27, 2024. The invention enables precise positioning and tracking of medical devices during surgical procedures by maintaining fixed distances between fiducial markers and the device tip.

Robotic Collision Boundary Determination for Surgical Systems

The USPTO published patent application US20260090856A1 for Auris Health, Inc., covering techniques for determining collision boundaries for robotic arms in surgical systems. The invention relates to controlling robotic arm movement based on detected regions near objects in the surgical environment. Application No. 19411024 was filed December 5, 2025.

Magnetically Couplable Fiducial Marker Arrays for Surgical Navigation

USPTO published patent application US20260090861A1 for a magnetically couplable fiducial marker array designed for surgical navigation. The invention includes a rigid body supporting multiple surgical fiducial markers in an asymmetrical fixed arrangement, with a magnetic coupling mechanism for attachment to a surgical spinous process clamp. Inventors include Jesse Harrison Gallant, Osamah Choudhry, Christopher Morley, and Florentin Jonas Liebmann.

Pivotable Medical Device Clamp

The USPTO published patent application US20260090862A1 for a pivotable medical device clamp invented by Jesse Harrison Gallant et al. The invention comprises a main body with rotating arm arrangements and a traveling nut mechanism that clamps onto cylindrical portions of surgical devices such as pedicle probes, providing secure lateral fixation while permitting axial rotation. A clamp coupling component can also attach a rotatable fiducial marker array.

Rotatable Fiducial Marker Array for Surgical Navigation

The USPTO published patent application US20260090860A1 for a rotatable fiducial marker array designed for surgical navigation. The application, filed September 27, 2024, covers a rigid body supporting fiducial markers in an asymmetrical arrangement with multiple array arms extending from a central region, including a coupling arrangement enabling rotation and locking at fixed positions. Inventors include Jesse Harrison Gallant, Osamah Choudhry, Christopher Morley, and Florentin Jonas Liebmann.

Image Registration Method for Surgical Robot

Tinavi Medical Technologies Co., Ltd. filed USPTO Patent Application US20260090849A1 for an image registration method for surgical robots. The method captures 2D surgical images, acquires 3D images with preoperative planning data, and uses an iterative similarity-matching algorithm to project planning information onto the surgical view. The application was published April 2, 2026.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Episode Detection System

USPTO published patent application US20260090762A1 by inventor Hoo-Min D. Toong for an Obstructive Sleep Apnea Episode Detection System using audio frequency analysis. The system analyzes audio data during sleep to detect tongue position changes based on formant patterns, generating signals when obstructive sleep apnea episodes occur. Application No. 19413014 was filed December 9, 2025 and published April 2, 2026.

Headache Detection and Treatment System

USPTO published patent application US20260090763A1 for a headache detection and treatment system. The invention describes a flexible patch with electrodes for detecting and treating headaches through electrical nerve stimulation. Inventors include Constance Cardasis, William C. Altmann, Ann G. Yee, Pheng Dang, and Hoo-min D. Toong. Filing date: December 9, 2025.

Surgical Robotic Microwave Waterjet System

USPTO published patent application US20260090847A1 for a surgical robotic system combining microwave ablation and high-pressure waterjet cutting technology, filed by Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University. The system includes a microwave blade with curved cutting edge, cooling support, and integrated high-pressure jet pipe controlled via a mechanical arm.

MAKO Surgical robotic arm deflection estimation using machine learning

MAKO Surgical Corp. published patent application US20260090848A1 on April 2, 2026, describing machine learning techniques for estimating deflection of surgical robotic arms. The invention uses tool pose and interaction force inputs to train models that predict arm deflection and characterize tool-anatomy interactions during surgical procedures.

Selectively Automated Robotic Surgical System

The USPTO published patent application US20260090850A1 by MAKO Surgical Corp. for a robotic surgical system allowing users to select between automated and manual operating modes for saw tool manipulation. The system includes a control system that associates target planes with anatomy and operates the manipulator according to the selected mode. The application was filed on 2025-12-08 under Application No. 19411441.

Instrument Articulation Dampening

USPTO published patent application US20260090852A1 by Auris Health, Inc. for instrument articulation dampening in surgical devices. The invention covers a robotic medical instrument with a base, shaft, articulation pull wires, robotic drive input, pulley, and pulley brake configured to apply friction for resistance to rotational movement. Inventors: James Hayes, Adrian Hairrell.

Wearable Device for Measuring Skeletal Muscle Hardness

USPTO published patent application US20260090761A1 by J.Schmalz GmbH for a wearable measuring device designed to monitor skeletal muscle hardness using multiple force sensors with varying spring constants. The device includes a holding apparatus for attachment to body parts and can detect tensioning forces from different muscle sections.

Wearable Cardiovascular Hemodynamic Monitoring Device

USPTO published patent application US20260090753A1 for a wearable non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring device with flexible body, electrode wings, and sensors for continuous cardiovascular parameter tracking. The invention by Deepanjan Datta and Sai Kamalesh Rayaprolu covers bioimpedance, ECG/EKG, and accelerometer sensors in a modular design with wireless transmission capabilities for ambulatory healthcare use.

Medical Image Processing Apparatus for Brain Vessel Imaging and Surgical Device Placement

Canon Medical Systems Corporation filed patent application US20260090754A1 for a medical image processing apparatus that generates vessel diameter images and distance images to identify candidate placement positions for surgical devices in the brain. The system combines brain blood vessel imaging with functional and nerve activity data to assist in surgical planning. Application No. 19324359 was filed on 2025-09-10.