Surgical Robotic Arm with Anatomy State Confirmation, Covidien

EPO granted patent EP4072460A1 to Covidien LP for a surgical robotic arm system that confirms anatomy states during surgical procedures. The patent covers robotic arm mechanisms with sensors and control systems designed to verify patient anatomical positioning or status before or during robotic-assisted surgery. The invention is classified under IPC classifications A61B 34/20, A61B 34/30, A61B 34/35, and A61B 34/37.

For medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers utilizing robotic surgical systems, this patent establishes intellectual property protection for Covidien in the surgical robotics field. Competitors developing similar anatomy confirmation features in robotic surgical arms should consider potential licensing needs or design-around strategies. The designated states include all major European Economic Area countries, providing broad geographic protection across the EU.