US20050096588A1 - Laparoscopic spray device and method of use - Google Patents
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- Minimally invasive surgical techniques have emerged as an alternative to conventional surgical techniques to perform a plurality of surgical procedures.
- Minimally invasive procedures differ from conventional surgical procedures in that a plurality of devices may be introduced into the body through a small incision. As a result, trauma to the body is greatly reduced, thereby decreasing the recovery time of the patient.
- Laparoscopic procedures may be used to treat hernias, colon dysfunctions, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and gallbladder disorders. Typically, the patient undergoing the procedures will return home hours after undergoing surgery.
- laparoscopic procedures require making at least one small incision in the patient's abdomen near the area of interest.
- a cannula or trocar may be inserted into to the incision to limit blood loss and reduce the likelihood of infection.
- various surgical instruments are introduced into the patient's body through the incision.
- these instruments enable the surgeon to visualize the inside of the patient's body and access the internal organs of the patient.
- Current laparoscopic surgical instruments include cameras, scissors, dissectors, graspers and retractors.
- these instruments include a handle attached to an elongated body having a distal tip used to execute the particular procedure. The handle, which remains outside the patient's body, is used by the surgeon to control the operation of the instrument during the procedure.
- One challenge presented when performing minimally invasive surgical procedures relates to closing an incision made within the patient's body by a cutting laparoscopic instrument. As opposed to conventional surgical procedures, the surgeon's access to the site of the incision is greatly reduced during minimally invasive procedures. As a result, several knot pushing devices capable of advancing suture knots formed outside the patient's body to an area of interest in vivo have been developed. Typically, a suturing laparoscopy device is inserted into the patient's body and advanced to the incised area.
- a needle is advanced through the various tissue portions proximate the incision, thereby securing the suture material to the tissue. Thereafter, the suturing device is removed from the patient's abdomen leaving the suture material attached to the tissue. A knot is formed in the suture material and advanced along the suture material by the knot pusher to the incision, thereby applying the suture knot. The extraneous suture material is trimmed with laparoscopic scissors once the incision is adequately sutured. Occasionally, the suture knot becomes entangled in the suture material during the advancement process. The surgeon is then required to remove the entangled suture material from the incision area and reattach new suture material, thereby increasing the likelihood of infection and the patient's exposure to anesthesia.
- tissue sealants include fibrin, which is comprised of thrombin and a fibrinogen material, although other multiple component materials are available.
- fibrin which is comprised of thrombin and a fibrinogen material, although other multiple component materials are available.
- the individual components of the adhesive material are stored in isolated reservoirs. When mixed, these components may coagulate very quickly, yielding an adhesive gel within perhaps 10 or 20 seconds.
- the rapid coagulative properties of the tissue sealant are welcomed.
- tissue sealants and adhesive have presented potential problems of fouling or clogging during the application of tissue sealants through laparoscopic devices, which typically results in the destruction of the device.
- Embodiments of the present invention enable a user to apply a multiple component material to an incision site within the patient's body from a remote location without the fouling or clogging problems associated with prior art devices.
- the present invention provides a laparoscopic spray device comprising an interface member or manifold capable of detachably coupling to a multiple component material applicator, an elongated body or delivery shaft having at least two lumens formed therein in fluid communication with the interface member, and a detachable spray tip having a mixing chamber therein coupled to the elongated body useful in generating a spray to apply the material in vivo.
- the spray tip assembly may also include a flexible mixing member adjacent the mixing chamber.
- the flexible mixing member may generate a turbulent flow within the mixing chamber, thereby resulting in impingement mixing of the components of the multiple component material.
- the at least one flexible mixing member may be used to prevent a back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two lumens within the elongated body.
- the laparoscopic spray device comprises an interface member capable of detachably coupling to a material applicator, an elongated body having at least two lumens therein in fluid communication with the at least two transport lumens within the interface member, and a spray tip having a mixing chamber containing at least one mixing member therein detachably coupled to and in fluid communication with the elongated body.
- the interface member further comprises at least two coupling members having at least two receiving apertures formed therein. The receiving apertures are capable of coupling to the material applicator and are in fluid communication with at least two transport lumen positioned within the interface member.
- the elongated body comprises a stationary inner body member positioned within a longitudinally slide-able outer body member.
- the stationary inner body includes a spray tip receiver adapted to receive a detachable spray tip.
- the slide-able outer body is capable of being advanced and retracted to cover and expose, respectively, the spray tip receiver.
- the at least one flexible mixing member of the present invention is capable of generating turbulent flow within the mixing chamber, thereby resulting in impingement mixing of the components of the multiple component material.
- the at least one flexible mixing member may be used to prevent a back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two lumens within the elongated body.
- Embodiments of the present invention also provide a method of mixing a multiple component material with at least one flexible mixing member.
- the user positions at least one flexible mixing member proximate to the entrance of a material mixing chamber.
- the mixing chamber is attached to at least two component lumens which are in fluid communication with a multiple component source.
- the individual components are advanced through the separate lumens towards the mixing chamber.
- the at least one flexible mixing member engages the individual components and forces the components together, thereby generating turbulent flow within the mixing chamber.
- the generation of turbulent flow within the mixing chamber results in impingement mixing of the components which yields a mixed material.
- the at least one flexible mixing member prevents the back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two component lumens. Thereafter, the mixed material is advanced through an aperture formed in the mixing chamber and applied to a work surface.
- Another embodiment includes a laparoscopic spray device for mixing and applying a multiple component agent to a target site having a first fluid reservoir containing a first component and a second fluid reservoir containing a second component.
- An elongated delivery shaft has a proximal end, a distal end, and at least two fluid delivery channels in fluid communication with the first and second fluid reservoirs.
- a spray tip assembly is detachably coupled to the distal end of the elongated delivery shaft and has a sealing member disposed at a proximal end of the spray tip assembly that seals distal ports of the fluid delivery channels of the elongated delivery shaft when the sealing member is in a relaxed state.
- the sealing member is configured to allow fluid flow from the distal ports when pressure is applied to the sealing member.
- An elongated mixing chamber is in fluid communication with the fluid delivery channels when pressure is applied to the first and second components in the fluid delivery channels.
- FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of the laparoscopic spray device of the present invention
- FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the interface member the present invention
- FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of the interface member the present invention
- FIG. 4 shows a cross-sectional view of the interface member attached to the elongated body the present invention
- FIG. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of a multiple syringe material applicator useful in applying a multiple component material to a work surface
- FIG. 6 shows a cross-sectional view of a multiple syringe material applicator coupled to the interface member of the present invention
- FIG. 7 shows a expanded cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator
- FIG. 8 shows a perspective of another embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator
- FIG. 9 shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment of FIG. 8 wherein the interface member of the present invention is engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator;
- FIG. 10 shows a perspective of yet another embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator
- FIG. 11 shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment of FIG. 10 wherein the interface member of the present invention is engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator;
- FIG. 12 is a cross-section view of the elongated body of the present invention wherein the slidable outer sleeve is positioned over the spray tip receivers;
- FIG. 13 is a cross-section view of the elongated body of the present invention wherein the slidable outer sleeve is positioned over the attachment channel;
- FIG. 14 is a cross-section view of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention.
- FIG. 15 is a cross-section view of an alternate embodiment of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention.
- FIG. 16 is a cross-section view of another embodiment of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention.
- FIG. 17 is a side view of the detachable spray tip of the present invention.
- FIG. 18 is a cross-section view of the detachable spray tip of the present invention.
- FIG. 19 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a laproscopic spray device.
- FIG. 20 is an elevational view in partial section of a spray tip assembly of the laproscopic spray device of FIG. 19 ;
- FIG. 21 depicts the spray tip assembly of FIG. 20 in use
- FIG. 22 is an enlarged view in section of a distal portion of the spray tip assembly of FIG. 19 .
- Embodiments of a laparoscopic spray device having features of the present invention are used in conjunction with a multiple component applicator to dispense a multiple component fluid to a work surface located within the body of a patient.
- Embodiments may be used to dispense a multiple component tissue sealant, such as Fibrin, which is capable of effecting hemostasis or achieving other therapeutic results.
- Embodiments are designed to permit the remote application of a multiple component fluid and may be adapted to functionally couple to a plurality of applicators, including, for example, multiple reservoir syringe-type applicators such as the DUPLOJECTTM syringe-type applicator manufactured by the Baxter Healthcare Corporation.
- Embodiments may also include a laparoscopic spray device capable of functionally coupling with a plurality of applicators in a plurality of sizes.
- a laparoscopic spray device capable of functionally coupling with a plurality of applicators in a plurality of sizes.
- FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention.
- the laparoscopic spray device 10 comprises an interface member 12 in fluid communication with an elongated body 14 having a spray head 15 attached thereto.
- the present invention may be manufactured from a plurality of materials, including, without limitation, polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, or a like material. A plurality of materials having different physical properties may be used to manufacture various portions of the present invention.
- the interface member 12 and elongated body 14 may be made rigid, while the spray tip 15 is resilient.
- the interface member 12 may be manufactured from a rigid material while the elongated body 14 and spray tip 15 is resilient.
- FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the interface member 12 of the present invention.
- the interface member 12 comprises a member body 16 in communication with at least two coupling members 18 A, 18 B.
- a first receiving aperture 20 A is formed within the first coupling member 18 A.
- a second receiving aperture 20 B is formed within the second coupling member 18 B.
- the receiving apertures 20 A, 20 B are sized to receive a material applicator (not shown).
- the interface member 12 may be manufactured in a plurality of sizes to receiving a plurality of material applicators.
- the interface member 12 further includes an elongated body receiver 22 which is in communication with an attachment device aperture 24 sized to receive an attachment device 26 therein.
- the attachment device 26 removably couples the interface member 12 to the elongated body 14 .
- the exemplary attachment devices 26 may include, without limitation, screws and buttons.
- FIGS. 3-4 show several cross sectional views of the interface member 12 .
- the receiving apertures 20 A, 20 B located within the coupling members 18 A, 18 B are in fluid -communication with at least two transport lumens 28 A, 28 B located within the member body 16 .
- the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B have a uniform diameter. In an alternate embodiment the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B may have different diameters.
- the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B terminate within the elongated body receiver 22 .
- the elongated body receiver 22 includes at least one aligning member 30 therein.
- the aligning member 30 ensures that the at least two lumens 32 A, 32 B formed in the elongated body 14 are aligned with and are in fluid communication with the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B within the interface member 12 .
- the aligning member 30 may apply a constrictive force to the elongated body 14 , thereby assisting in the retention thereof.
- FIG. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of an exemplary material applicator 34 capable of coupling to the present invention.
- the material applicator 34 comprises at least a first syringe device 36 and a second syringe device 38 coupled by a syringe coupler 40 .
- the material applicator 34 of the present invention may comprise a plurality of material reservoirs, and the present embodiment should not be construed as limiting.
- the first syringe device 36 comprises a first syringe reservoir 42 storing a first component 44 and a first syringe piston 46 , positionable within the first syringe reservoir 42 .
- the first syringe device 36 has a first syringe dispensing tip 48 connected to the first syringe reservoir 42 extending beyond the syringe coupler 40 and a first syringe pusher 50 , which is attached to the first piston rod 52 .
- second syringe device 38 comprises a second syringe reservoir 54 storing a second component 56 and a second syringe piston 58 , positionable within the second syringe reservoir 54 .
- the second syringe device 38 has a second syringe dispensing tip 60 connected to the second syringe reservoir 54 extending beyond the syringe coupler 40 , and a second syringe pusher 62 , which is attached to the second piston rod 64 .
- the coupling members 18 A, 18 B of the present invention may couple to the material applicator 34 in a plurality of ways, including, in screw-able relation or snap-fit relation.
- FIG. 6 shows one embodiment of the interface member 12 of the present invention coupled to a material applicator 34 .
- the syringe dispensing tips 48 , 60 are slidably positioned within the coupling members 18 A, 18 B, in a luer-lock relation.
- the coupling members 18 A, 18 B are manufactured from a resilient material such as a biologically compatible elastomer, thereby permitting the coupling members 18 A, 18 B to resiliently receive the dispensing tips 48 , 60 .
- the receiving apertures 20 A, 20 B formed in the coupling members 18 A, 18 B may be tapered to ensure that a sealable interface between the interface member 16 and the applicator 34 is obtained. In an alternate embodiment, the receiving apertures 20 A, 20 B is not tapered.
- FIG. 7 An alternate embodiment of the coupling members 18 A, 18 B is shown in FIG. 7 .
- a coupling member 18 A is shown, which comprises a rotate-able threaded sleeve 65 and includes a lock member 66 positioned within the receiving aperture 20 A.
- the lock member 66 engages a tip thread 68 located on the dispensing tip 48 in a screw-like relation.
- FIGS. 8 and 9 show an alternate embodiment of the coupling members of the present invention.
- the coupling members 18 A, 18 B may comprise engaging channels 70 A, 70 B formed in the member body 16 .
- the receiving channels 70 A, 70 B include at least one lock ridge 72 A, 72 B positioned within each receiving channel 70 A, 70 B.
- the lock ridge 72 A, 72 B slide-ably engages at least one engaging channel 74 A, 74 B formed on the dispensing tips 48 , 60 of the material applicator 34 .
- FIGS. 10 and 11 show yet another embodiment of the coupling members 18 A and 18 B.
- the coupling members 18 A, 18 B each include a compressible collet 76 A, 76 B therein.
- Each collet 76 A, 76 B which defines a receiving aperture 20 A, 20 B sized to be a slightly larger diameter than the inside diameter of the threaded outer sleeve 80 A, 80 B, includes a threaded base 78 A, 78 B.
- each collet 76 A, 76 B is tapered and includes a plurality of compression slits 82 positioned radially around the collet.
- each dispensing tip 48 , 60 is inserted into the receiving aperture 20 A, 20 B defined by the individual collet 76 A, 76 B. Thereafter, the threaded outer sleeve 80 A, 80 B is positioned to engage the threaded base 78 A, 78 B and rotated. As a result, the threaded outer sleeve 80 A, 80 B forcibly compresses the collet 76 A, 76 B thereby decreasing the diameter of the receiving aperture 20 A, 20 B and applying a retentive force to the dispensing tips 48 , 60 of the material applicator 34 positioned therein.
- the dispensing tips 48 , 60 of the material applicator 34 may, but need not, include a retaining channel (not shown) thereon.
- FIG. 12 shows a cross-sectional view of the elongate body 14 .
- the elongated body 14 includes a longitudinally slide-able outer sleeve 84 positioned around a stationary inner body 86 .
- At least two elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B are positioned within the inner body 86 .
- the at least two elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B are capable of engaging the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B positioned within the interface member 12 .
- An attachment channel 88 is formed on the elongated body 14 thereby enabling the elongated body to engage attachment device 26 positioned on the interface member 12 .
- the distal portion of the elongated body 14 includes a spray tip receiver 90 capable of receiving a detachable spray tip (not shown) thereon.
- a spray tip receiver 90 capable of receiving a detachable spray tip (not shown) thereon.
- the outer sleeve 84 may be slidably retracted towards the attachment channel 88 thereby exposing the spray tip receiver 90 .
- the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B positioned within the elongated body 14 may be formed in a plurality of shapes, including, without limitation, circular lumens and D-shaped lumens.
- FIG. 14 shows one embodiment wherein the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B are D-shaped.
- the D-shaped elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B of the present embodiment allow a larger cross sectional area for the lumen in a smaller overall diameter shaft. As a result, less force is required to advance the individual components through the device with a flow rate sufficient to permit the sprayed application of the multiple component material.
- the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B positioned within the elongated body 14 may have uniform diameters.
- the individual components comprising the multiple component materials may have different viscosities and flow rates, or may require a disproportionate amount of one component in relation to another component.
- the elongated lumens 32 A, 32 B may be different diameters to accommodate the different viscosities and flow rates of the component materials, or to account for the uneven distribution of one component in relation to another component.
- FIG. 15 and 16 show cross-sectional views of alternate embodiments of the present invention wherein the elongated lumens 32 A, 32 B have different diameters to account for different viscosities and flow rate of individual components, or to dispense a disproportionate amount of one component in relation to another component.
- the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B may also have different diameters or shapes as well.
- the first elongated body lumen 32 A has a diameter considerably smaller then the diameter of the second elongated body lumen 32 B. Therefore, the device 10 will transport a greater volume of component material through the second elongated body lumen 32 B with respect to the first elongated body lumen 32 A.
- FIG. 16 shows another embodiment of the present invention wherein the second elongated body lumen 32 B is capable of transporting a larger volume of material therethrough with respect to the first elongated body lumen 32 A.
- FIGS. 17 and 18 show various views of the detachable spray tip 15 .
- the exterior of the spray tip 15 includes a tip body having a spray aperture 94 formed therein.
- the spray tip 15 further includes at least one low-profile mounting member 96 attached thereto, thereby enabling the spray tip 15 to detachably mount to the elongated body 14 .
- the spray tip may be manufactured from a plurality of materials, including, for example, biologically-compatible elastomers, plastics, and metals.
- FIG. 18 shows a cross sectional view of the detachable spray tip 15 coupled to the elongated body 14 .
- the at least one mounting member 96 is located between the outer body 84 and the stationary inner body 86 of the elongated body 14 , and is engaging the spray tip receiver 90 .
- the detachable spray tip 15 of the present invention may detachably couple to the elongated body 14 in a plurality of ways, including, in snap-fit relation.
- At least two lumen receivers 98 A, 98 B receive the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B.
- the spray tip 15 further includes a mixing chamber 100 which is in communication with the at least two lumen receivers 98 A, 98 B.
- At least one flexible mixing member 102 is positioned within the mixing chamber 100 , proximate to the at least two lumen receivers 98 A, 98 B.
- the at least one flexible mixing member 102 assists in causing impingement mixing of the at least two material components by forming a turbulent flow within the mixing chamber 100 .
- the individual components are advanced through the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B and individually engage the at least one mixing member 102 positioned within the mixing chamber 100 . The force applied by the advancement of the individual components forces the at least one flexible mixing member 102 to flex in response thereto.
- the at least flexible mixing member 102 provides sufficient resistance to the applied force so as to form a narrowing element within the mixing chamber 100 and thereby force the individual components together within the mixing chamber 100 .
- the resistance applied by the at least one flexible mixing member 102 in addition to the forward advancement of the material results in generation of turbulent flow within the mixing chamber 100 .
- the resilient nature of the at least one flexible mixing member 102 prevents a backflow of material from the mixing chamber 100 into the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B thereby acting as a directional flow valve. As shown in FIG.
- the at least one mixing member 102 is capable of engaging the elongated body support member 103 , thereby restricting access of the material to the elongated body lumens 31 A, 32 B from the mixing chamber 100 and preventing a backflow of material.
- the at least one flexible mixing member 102 may be manufactured in a plurality of shapes, including, for example, washer-like shapes.
- a spray regulator 104 is positioned within the mixing chamber 100 proximate to the spray aperture 94 .
- the spray regulator 104 further ensures that the material located within the mixing chamber 100 are adequately mixed and provides an impedance within the mixing chamber 100 to aid in forming a material spray.
- the position and size of the spray regulator in cooperation with the size of the spray aperture 94 , effects the emitted spray volume.
- a multiple component fluid may be applied by the laproscopic spray device 10 to a work surface located within the body of a patient
- the illustrated embodiment shows a syringe-type material applicator 34 , although other applicators may be used.
- the user attaches the spray tip 15 to the elongated body 14 by sliding the outer sleeve 84 of the elongated body 14 towards the interface member 12 , thereby exposing the spray tip receiver 90 . Thereafter, the user attaches the spray tip 15 to the elongated body 14 , wherein the at least one mounting member 96 of the spray tip 15 engages the exposed spray tip receiver 90 on the elongated body 14 . The outer sleeve 84 is then slid towards the spray tip 15 , thereby locking the spray tip 15 in place.
- Syringe-type material applicators 34 may be single-use disposable devices constructed of inexpensive plastics and polymers. The application of force to the first piston rod 52 and second piston rod 64 of the syringe-type material applicator 34 will result in the application of the fluid components.
- the spray tip 15 may then be inserted into the patient's body and advanced to the area of interest. Once suitably positioned the user applies force to the first piston rod 52 and second piston rod 64 of the syringe-type material applicator 34 . Material stored within the syringe reservoirs 42 , 54 is advanced through the dispensing tips 48 , 60 and into the transport lumens 28 A, 28 B. The continued application of force advances the material into the elongated body lumens 32 A, 32 B, which are in communication with the spray tip 15 . Thereafter, the material encounters the flexible mixing member 102 positioned within the mixing chamber 100 of the spray tip 15 . The mixing member 102 forces the individual materials together and forms a turbulent flow within the mixing chamber 100 .
- the continued application of force expels the mixed material as a spray mixture through the spray aperture 94 .
- the disclosed configuration permits the user to easily detach and apply the spray tip 15 to the elongated body 14 , thereby permitting the user to easily replace the spray tip 15 should the device foul or clog.
- FIGS. 19-22 Another embodiment of a laproscopic spray device 110 is depicted in FIGS. 19-22 .
- at least two adhesive components 112 and 114 can be delivered simultaneously from a dual syringe assembly 115 through an interface member in the form of a manifold assembly 113 in a manner that is similar to or the same as the delivery of components discussed above with regard to the applicators 34 and interface member 12 .
- the adhesive components may include any suitable biological materials for delivery to a desired target site. Two such suitable components include fibrinogen and thrombin, which when appropriately combined, form a useful biological adhesive.
- the manifold assembly is in fluid communication with isolated fluid channels 116 and 118 extending the length of an elongated delivery shaft 120 .
- the manifold assembly may have features that are similar to or the same as the interface member 12 discussed above.
- a spray tip assembly 122 is detachably snapped onto a distal end of the elongated delivery shaft 120 by means of a locking ring 124 which is radially constrained by a rigid outer sleeve 126 of the elongated delivery shaft 120 .
- the spray tip assembly 122 may have features, dimensions and materials which are similar to or the same as those of the spray tip 15 discussed above, and vice versa.
- a sealing member in the form of a flexible disc 128 is disposed over distal ports 130 and 132 of the fluid channels 116 and 118 , respectively. The flexible disc 128 in a relaxed state covers and seals the distal ports 130 and 132 . This sealed configuration prevents backflow of components 112 and 114 into the fluid channels 130 and 132 when positive pressure urging the components in a distal flow is not present.
- the spray tip assembly 122 can have an outer diameter of about 2 mm to about 10 mm, more specifically, about 4 mm to about 8 mm.
- the spray tip assembly can have an axial length of about 10 mm to about 25 mm.
- the spray tip assembly 122 also includes an elongated chamber body 134 disposed within an internal cavity 136 of an outer spray tip body member 138 .
- the elongated chamber body 134 may be made from a high strength resilient material, such as stainless steel and the outer spray tip body member can be formed of an injection molded polymer.
- the elongated chamber body 134 has an outer surface 140 that mates with an inner surface 142 of the internal cavity 136 of the spray tip body member 138 .
- the flexible disc 128 is disposed within a recess of the proximal end 144 of the elongated chamber body 134 , and has a central passage 146 to allow a flow of components therethrough.
- the diameter or transverse dimension of the central passage 146 can be about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches.
- the central passage 146 is in fluid communication with an elongated mixing chamber 148 of the spray tip assembly 122 .
- the elongated mixing chamber 148 is in fluid communication with lateral ports 150 and 152 which in turn communicate with longitudinal channels 154 formed into the inside surface 142 of the outer spray tip body member 138 .
- the lateral ports 150 and 152 are disposed proximally of a distal end 149 of the elongated mixing chamber.
- the longitudinal channels 154 terminate distally in spiral mixing channels 156 on an inside surface 158 of the distal face 160 of the outer spray tip body member 138 .
- the spiral mixing channels 156 converge axially inward to an aperture 162 which is configured to spray an atomized mixture of the components delivered from the dual syringe assembly 115 as depicted in FIG. 21 .
- the mixing chamber 148 can have an axial length of about 5 mm to about 25 mm, more specifically about 10 mm to about 20 mm.
- the mixing chamber 148 can have an inner diameter or transverse dimension of about 1 mm to about 3 mm.
- the inner diameter of the mixing chamber 148 may taper distally to a smaller transverse dimension relative to a transverse dimension of the proximal end of the mixing chamber.
- the individual components 112 and 114 are advanced by pressure from the dual syringe assembly 115 through the fluid channels 116 and 118 to a distal end of the elongated delivery shaft 120 where the components 112 and 114 then contact a proximal surface 164 of the flexible disc 128 .
- Force from the pressurized component flow then pushes the proximal surface 164 of the flexible disc 128 from the distal ports 130 and 132 of the fluid delivery channels 116 and 118 and breaks the seal between the distal end of the fluid delivery channels and the flexible disc 128 .
- the components 112 and 114 then flow radially inward and converge and begin to mix together as they pass through the central passage 146 of the flexible disc 128 and thereafter, into the elongated mixing chamber 148 disposed within the elongated chamber body 134 .
- Turbulent flow of the components through the elongated mixing chamber 148 serves to mix the components 112 and 114 substantially before the components are then expelled radially outwardly through the lateral ports 150 and 152 of the elongated chamber 148 .
- the components 112 and 114 then flow into a gap 166 between an outer surface 140 of the elongated chamber body 134 and an inside surface 142 of the outer spray tip body member 138 , and then into the longitudinal channels 154 of the outer spray tip body member 138 .
- the flow of components 112 and 114 then continues into the spiral mixing channels 156 on the inside surface 158 of the distal face 160 of the outer spray tip body member 138 . Thereafter, the mixed components 112 and 114 are expelled from the apterture 162 in atomized form onto a target site.
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Description
- In recent years, minimally invasive surgical techniques have emerged as an alternative to conventional surgical techniques to perform a plurality of surgical procedures. Minimally invasive procedures differ from conventional surgical procedures in that a plurality of devices may be introduced into the body through a small incision. As a result, trauma to the body is greatly reduced, thereby decreasing the recovery time of the patient.
- One example of a common minimally invasive surgery involves laparoscopic surgical procedures. Laparoscopic procedures may be used to treat hernias, colon dysfunctions, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and gallbladder disorders. Typically, the patient undergoing the procedures will return home hours after undergoing surgery.
- Generally, laparoscopic procedures require making at least one small incision in the patient's abdomen near the area of interest. A cannula or trocar may be inserted into to the incision to limit blood loss and reduce the likelihood of infection. Thereafter, various surgical instruments are introduced into the patient's body through the incision. Generally, these instruments enable the surgeon to visualize the inside of the patient's body and access the internal organs of the patient. Current laparoscopic surgical instruments include cameras, scissors, dissectors, graspers and retractors. Generally, these instruments include a handle attached to an elongated body having a distal tip used to execute the particular procedure. The handle, which remains outside the patient's body, is used by the surgeon to control the operation of the instrument during the procedure.
- One challenge presented when performing minimally invasive surgical procedures relates to closing an incision made within the patient's body by a cutting laparoscopic instrument. As opposed to conventional surgical procedures, the surgeon's access to the site of the incision is greatly reduced during minimally invasive procedures. As a result, several knot pushing devices capable of advancing suture knots formed outside the patient's body to an area of interest in vivo have been developed. Typically, a suturing laparoscopy device is inserted into the patient's body and advanced to the incised area.
- A needle is advanced through the various tissue portions proximate the incision, thereby securing the suture material to the tissue. Thereafter, the suturing device is removed from the patient's abdomen leaving the suture material attached to the tissue. A knot is formed in the suture material and advanced along the suture material by the knot pusher to the incision, thereby applying the suture knot. The extraneous suture material is trimmed with laparoscopic scissors once the incision is adequately sutured. Occasionally, the suture knot becomes entangled in the suture material during the advancement process. The surgeon is then required to remove the entangled suture material from the incision area and reattach new suture material, thereby increasing the likelihood of infection and the patient's exposure to anesthesia.
- Recently, the use of tissue sealants and other biological adhesive materials has emerged as an alternate technique of closing incisions. Preferred tissue sealants include fibrin, which is comprised of thrombin and a fibrinogen material, although other multiple component materials are available. Typically, the individual components of the adhesive material are stored in isolated reservoirs. When mixed, these components may coagulate very quickly, yielding an adhesive gel within perhaps 10 or 20 seconds. When applied to the exterior of the body, or when considerable access to the application site is possible, the rapid coagulative properties of the tissue sealant are welcomed. Though desirable for use during minimally invasive procedures, such fast-acting properties of conventional tissue sealants and adhesive have presented potential problems of fouling or clogging during the application of tissue sealants through laparoscopic devices, which typically results in the destruction of the device.
- Thus, there is a need for a device capable of effectively delivering a multiple component tissue sealant to a location in vivo through from a remote location.
- Embodiments of the present invention enable a user to apply a multiple component material to an incision site within the patient's body from a remote location without the fouling or clogging problems associated with prior art devices. In one aspect, the present invention provides a laparoscopic spray device comprising an interface member or manifold capable of detachably coupling to a multiple component material applicator, an elongated body or delivery shaft having at least two lumens formed therein in fluid communication with the interface member, and a detachable spray tip having a mixing chamber therein coupled to the elongated body useful in generating a spray to apply the material in vivo. The spray tip assembly may also include a flexible mixing member adjacent the mixing chamber. The flexible mixing member may generate a turbulent flow within the mixing chamber, thereby resulting in impingement mixing of the components of the multiple component material. In addition, the at least one flexible mixing member may be used to prevent a back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two lumens within the elongated body. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that a material applicator may be coupled to the present invention in a plurality of ways, including, without limitation, in slip-fit relation, in Luer-lock relation, and in screw-like relation.
- In another embodiment, the laparoscopic spray device comprises an interface member capable of detachably coupling to a material applicator, an elongated body having at least two lumens therein in fluid communication with the at least two transport lumens within the interface member, and a spray tip having a mixing chamber containing at least one mixing member therein detachably coupled to and in fluid communication with the elongated body. The interface member further comprises at least two coupling members having at least two receiving apertures formed therein. The receiving apertures are capable of coupling to the material applicator and are in fluid communication with at least two transport lumen positioned within the interface member.
- The elongated body comprises a stationary inner body member positioned within a longitudinally slide-able outer body member. The stationary inner body includes a spray tip receiver adapted to receive a detachable spray tip. The slide-able outer body is capable of being advanced and retracted to cover and expose, respectively, the spray tip receiver. The at least one flexible mixing member of the present invention is capable of generating turbulent flow within the mixing chamber, thereby resulting in impingement mixing of the components of the multiple component material. In addition, the at least one flexible mixing member may be used to prevent a back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two lumens within the elongated body.
- Embodiments of the present invention also provide a method of mixing a multiple component material with at least one flexible mixing member. To practice the present invention the user positions at least one flexible mixing member proximate to the entrance of a material mixing chamber. The mixing chamber is attached to at least two component lumens which are in fluid communication with a multiple component source. The individual components are advanced through the separate lumens towards the mixing chamber. Thereafter, the at least one flexible mixing member engages the individual components and forces the components together, thereby generating turbulent flow within the mixing chamber. The generation of turbulent flow within the mixing chamber results in impingement mixing of the components which yields a mixed material. In addition to enhancing the impingement mixing effects, the at least one flexible mixing member prevents the back flow of material from the mixing chamber to the at least two component lumens. Thereafter, the mixed material is advanced through an aperture formed in the mixing chamber and applied to a work surface.
- Another embodiment includes a laparoscopic spray device for mixing and applying a multiple component agent to a target site having a first fluid reservoir containing a first component and a second fluid reservoir containing a second component. An elongated delivery shaft has a proximal end, a distal end, and at least two fluid delivery channels in fluid communication with the first and second fluid reservoirs. A spray tip assembly is detachably coupled to the distal end of the elongated delivery shaft and has a sealing member disposed at a proximal end of the spray tip assembly that seals distal ports of the fluid delivery channels of the elongated delivery shaft when the sealing member is in a relaxed state. The sealing member is configured to allow fluid flow from the distal ports when pressure is applied to the sealing member. An elongated mixing chamber is in fluid communication with the fluid delivery channels when pressure is applied to the first and second components in the fluid delivery channels.
- Other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from a consideration of the following detailed description.
- The apparatus of the present invention will be explained in more detail by way of the accompanying drawings, wherein:
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FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of the laparoscopic spray device of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the interface member the present invention; -
FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of the interface member the present invention; -
FIG. 4 shows a cross-sectional view of the interface member attached to the elongated body the present invention; -
FIG. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of a multiple syringe material applicator useful in applying a multiple component material to a work surface; -
FIG. 6 shows a cross-sectional view of a multiple syringe material applicator coupled to the interface member of the present invention; -
FIG. 7 shows a expanded cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator; -
FIG. 8 shows a perspective of another embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator; -
FIG. 9 shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 wherein the interface member of the present invention is engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator; -
FIG. 10 shows a perspective of yet another embodiment of the interface member of the present invention engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator; -
FIG. 11 shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment ofFIG. 10 wherein the interface member of the present invention is engaging a dispensing tip of a multiple syringe material applicator; -
FIG. 12 is a cross-section view of the elongated body of the present invention wherein the slidable outer sleeve is positioned over the spray tip receivers; -
FIG. 13 is a cross-section view of the elongated body of the present invention wherein the slidable outer sleeve is positioned over the attachment channel; -
FIG. 14 is a cross-section view of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention; -
FIG. 15 is a cross-section view of an alternate embodiment of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention; -
FIG. 16 is a cross-section view of another embodiment of the at least two lumens located within the elongated body of the present invention; -
FIG. 17 is a side view of the detachable spray tip of the present invention; and -
FIG. 18 is a cross-section view of the detachable spray tip of the present invention; -
FIG. 19 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a laproscopic spray device; -
FIG. 20 is an elevational view in partial section of a spray tip assembly of the laproscopic spray device ofFIG. 19 ; -
FIG. 21 depicts the spray tip assembly ofFIG. 20 in use; -
FIG. 22 is an enlarged view in section of a distal portion of the spray tip assembly ofFIG. 19 . - Embodiments of a laparoscopic spray device having features of the present invention are used in conjunction with a multiple component applicator to dispense a multiple component fluid to a work surface located within the body of a patient. Embodiments may be used to dispense a multiple component tissue sealant, such as Fibrin, which is capable of effecting hemostasis or achieving other therapeutic results. Embodiments are designed to permit the remote application of a multiple component fluid and may be adapted to functionally couple to a plurality of applicators, including, for example, multiple reservoir syringe-type applicators such as the DUPLOJECT™ syringe-type applicator manufactured by the Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Embodiments may also include a laparoscopic spray device capable of functionally coupling with a plurality of applicators in a plurality of sizes. Some of the exemplary embodiments disclsosed herein may be similar to or the same as embodiments disclosed in co-pending U.S. application Ser. No. 09/972,495, titled “Laproscopic Spray Device and Method of Use”, filed Oct. 5, 2001, by Spero et al., which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.
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FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention. As shown, thelaparoscopic spray device 10 comprises aninterface member 12 in fluid communication with anelongated body 14 having aspray head 15 attached thereto. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the present invention may be manufactured from a plurality of materials, including, without limitation, polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, or a like material. A plurality of materials having different physical properties may be used to manufacture various portions of the present invention. For example, theinterface member 12 andelongated body 14 may be made rigid, while thespray tip 15 is resilient. In an alternate embodiment, theinterface member 12 may be manufactured from a rigid material while theelongated body 14 andspray tip 15 is resilient. -
FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of theinterface member 12 of the present invention. Theinterface member 12 comprises amember body 16 in communication with at least twocoupling members first receiving aperture 20A is formed within thefirst coupling member 18A. Similarly, asecond receiving aperture 20B is formed within thesecond coupling member 18B. The receivingapertures interface member 12 may be manufactured in a plurality of sizes to receiving a plurality of material applicators. Theinterface member 12 further includes anelongated body receiver 22 which is in communication with anattachment device aperture 24 sized to receive anattachment device 26 therein. Theattachment device 26 removably couples theinterface member 12 to theelongated body 14. Theexemplary attachment devices 26 may include, without limitation, screws and buttons. -
FIGS. 3-4 show several cross sectional views of theinterface member 12. The receivingapertures coupling members transport lumens member body 16. As shown, thetransport lumens transport lumens transport lumens elongated body receiver 22. As shown inFIGS. 3 and 4 , theelongated body receiver 22 includes at least one aligningmember 30 therein. The aligningmember 30 ensures that the at least twolumens elongated body 14 are aligned with and are in fluid communication with thetransport lumens interface member 12. In addition, the aligningmember 30 may apply a constrictive force to theelongated body 14, thereby assisting in the retention thereof. -
FIG. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of anexemplary material applicator 34 capable of coupling to the present invention. As shown, thematerial applicator 34 comprises at least afirst syringe device 36 and asecond syringe device 38 coupled by asyringe coupler 40. It should be understood that thematerial applicator 34 of the present invention may comprise a plurality of material reservoirs, and the present embodiment should not be construed as limiting. - The
first syringe device 36 comprises afirst syringe reservoir 42 storing afirst component 44 and afirst syringe piston 46, positionable within thefirst syringe reservoir 42. Thefirst syringe device 36 has a firstsyringe dispensing tip 48 connected to thefirst syringe reservoir 42 extending beyond thesyringe coupler 40 and afirst syringe pusher 50, which is attached to thefirst piston rod 52. - Likewise,
second syringe device 38 comprises asecond syringe reservoir 54 storing asecond component 56 and asecond syringe piston 58, positionable within thesecond syringe reservoir 54. Thesecond syringe device 38 has a secondsyringe dispensing tip 60 connected to thesecond syringe reservoir 54 extending beyond thesyringe coupler 40, and asecond syringe pusher 62, which is attached to thesecond piston rod 64. - The
coupling members material applicator 34 in a plurality of ways, including, in screw-able relation or snap-fit relation.FIG. 6 shows one embodiment of theinterface member 12 of the present invention coupled to amaterial applicator 34. As shown, thesyringe dispensing tips coupling members coupling members coupling members tips apertures coupling members interface member 16 and theapplicator 34 is obtained. In an alternate embodiment, the receivingapertures - An alternate embodiment of the
coupling members FIG. 7 . Acoupling member 18A is shown, which comprises a rotate-able threadedsleeve 65 and includes alock member 66 positioned within the receivingaperture 20A. Thelock member 66 engages atip thread 68 located on the dispensingtip 48 in a screw-like relation. -
FIGS. 8 and 9 show an alternate embodiment of the coupling members of the present invention. As shown, thecoupling members channels member body 16. The receivingchannels lock ridge channel lock ridge channel 74A, 74B formed on the dispensingtips material applicator 34. -
FIGS. 10 and 11 show yet another embodiment of thecoupling members coupling members compressible collet collet aperture outer sleeve base collet tip aperture individual collet outer sleeve base outer sleeve collet aperture tips material applicator 34 positioned therein. Those skilled in the art will appreciate the dispensingtips material applicator 34 may, but need not, include a retaining channel (not shown) thereon. -
FIG. 12 shows a cross-sectional view of theelongate body 14. As shown, theelongated body 14 includes a longitudinally slide-ableouter sleeve 84 positioned around a stationaryinner body 86. At least twoelongated body lumens inner body 86. The at least twoelongated body lumens transport lumens interface member 12. Anattachment channel 88 is formed on theelongated body 14 thereby enabling the elongated body to engageattachment device 26 positioned on theinterface member 12. The distal portion of theelongated body 14 includes aspray tip receiver 90 capable of receiving a detachable spray tip (not shown) thereon. As shown inFIG. 13 , theouter sleeve 84 may be slidably retracted towards theattachment channel 88 thereby exposing thespray tip receiver 90. - The
elongated body lumens elongated body 14 may be formed in a plurality of shapes, including, without limitation, circular lumens and D-shaped lumens.FIG. 14 shows one embodiment wherein theelongated body lumens elongated body lumens - As shown in
FIG. 14 , theelongated body lumens elongated body 14 may have uniform diameters. Commonly, the individual components comprising the multiple component materials may have different viscosities and flow rates, or may require a disproportionate amount of one component in relation to another component. As such, in an alternate embodiment of the present invention theelongated lumens FIGS. 15 and 16 show cross-sectional views of alternate embodiments of the present invention wherein theelongated lumens transport lumens FIG. 15 , the firstelongated body lumen 32A has a diameter considerably smaller then the diameter of the secondelongated body lumen 32B. Therefore, thedevice 10 will transport a greater volume of component material through the secondelongated body lumen 32B with respect to the firstelongated body lumen 32A. Similarly,FIG. 16 shows another embodiment of the present invention wherein the secondelongated body lumen 32B is capable of transporting a larger volume of material therethrough with respect to the firstelongated body lumen 32A. -
FIGS. 17 and 18 show various views of thedetachable spray tip 15. As shown inFIG. 17 , the exterior of thespray tip 15 includes a tip body having aspray aperture 94 formed therein. Thespray tip 15 further includes at least one low-profile mounting member 96 attached thereto, thereby enabling thespray tip 15 to detachably mount to theelongated body 14. The spray tip may be manufactured from a plurality of materials, including, for example, biologically-compatible elastomers, plastics, and metals. -
FIG. 18 shows a cross sectional view of thedetachable spray tip 15 coupled to theelongated body 14. As shown, the at least one mountingmember 96 is located between theouter body 84 and the stationaryinner body 86 of theelongated body 14, and is engaging thespray tip receiver 90. Thedetachable spray tip 15 of the present invention may detachably couple to theelongated body 14 in a plurality of ways, including, in snap-fit relation. At least twolumen receivers elongated body lumens - The
spray tip 15 further includes a mixingchamber 100 which is in communication with the at least twolumen receivers flexible mixing member 102 is positioned within the mixingchamber 100, proximate to the at least twolumen receivers flexible mixing member 102 assists in causing impingement mixing of the at least two material components by forming a turbulent flow within the mixingchamber 100. During use, the individual components are advanced through theelongated body lumens member 102 positioned within the mixingchamber 100. The force applied by the advancement of the individual components forces the at least oneflexible mixing member 102 to flex in response thereto. The at leastflexible mixing member 102 provides sufficient resistance to the applied force so as to form a narrowing element within the mixingchamber 100 and thereby force the individual components together within the mixingchamber 100. The resistance applied by the at least oneflexible mixing member 102 in addition to the forward advancement of the material results in generation of turbulent flow within the mixingchamber 100. In addition to forming turbulent flow within the mixingchamber 100, the resilient nature of the at least oneflexible mixing member 102 prevents a backflow of material from the mixingchamber 100 into theelongated body lumens FIG. 18 , the at least one mixingmember 102 is capable of engaging the elongatedbody support member 103, thereby restricting access of the material to theelongated body lumens 31A, 32B from the mixingchamber 100 and preventing a backflow of material. The at least oneflexible mixing member 102 may be manufactured in a plurality of shapes, including, for example, washer-like shapes. - A
spray regulator 104 is positioned within the mixingchamber 100 proximate to thespray aperture 94. Thespray regulator 104 further ensures that the material located within the mixingchamber 100 are adequately mixed and provides an impedance within the mixingchamber 100 to aid in forming a material spray. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the position and size of the spray regulator, in cooperation with the size of thespray aperture 94, effects the emitted spray volume. - In use, a multiple component fluid may be applied by the
laproscopic spray device 10 to a work surface located within the body of a patient The illustrated embodiment shows a syringe-type material applicator 34, although other applicators may be used. - Initially, the user attaches the
spray tip 15 to theelongated body 14 by sliding theouter sleeve 84 of theelongated body 14 towards theinterface member 12, thereby exposing thespray tip receiver 90. Thereafter, the user attaches thespray tip 15 to theelongated body 14, wherein the at least one mountingmember 96 of thespray tip 15 engages the exposedspray tip receiver 90 on theelongated body 14. Theouter sleeve 84 is then slid towards thespray tip 15, thereby locking thespray tip 15 in place. The user may then insert the dispensingtips type material applicator 34 into the receivingapertures coupling members interface member 12. Thereafter, thecoupling members tips type material applicators 34 may be single-use disposable devices constructed of inexpensive plastics and polymers. The application of force to thefirst piston rod 52 andsecond piston rod 64 of the syringe-type material applicator 34 will result in the application of the fluid components. - The
spray tip 15 may then be inserted into the patient's body and advanced to the area of interest. Once suitably positioned the user applies force to thefirst piston rod 52 andsecond piston rod 64 of the syringe-type material applicator 34. Material stored within thesyringe reservoirs tips transport lumens elongated body lumens spray tip 15. Thereafter, the material encounters theflexible mixing member 102 positioned within the mixingchamber 100 of thespray tip 15. The mixingmember 102 forces the individual materials together and forms a turbulent flow within the mixingchamber 100. The continued application of force expels the mixed material as a spray mixture through thespray aperture 94. The disclosed configuration permits the user to easily detach and apply thespray tip 15 to theelongated body 14, thereby permitting the user to easily replace thespray tip 15 should the device foul or clog. - Another embodiment of a
laproscopic spray device 110 is depicted inFIGS. 19-22 . In this embodiment, at least twoadhesive components dual syringe assembly 115 through an interface member in the form of amanifold assembly 113 in a manner that is similar to or the same as the delivery of components discussed above with regard to theapplicators 34 andinterface member 12. The adhesive components may include any suitable biological materials for delivery to a desired target site. Two such suitable components include fibrinogen and thrombin, which when appropriately combined, form a useful biological adhesive. The manifold assembly is in fluid communication with isolatedfluid channels elongated delivery shaft 120. The manifold assembly may have features that are similar to or the same as theinterface member 12 discussed above. Aspray tip assembly 122 is detachably snapped onto a distal end of the elongateddelivery shaft 120 by means of alocking ring 124 which is radially constrained by a rigidouter sleeve 126 of the elongateddelivery shaft 120. Thespray tip assembly 122 may have features, dimensions and materials which are similar to or the same as those of thespray tip 15 discussed above, and vice versa. A sealing member in the form of aflexible disc 128 is disposed overdistal ports fluid channels flexible disc 128 in a relaxed state covers and seals thedistal ports components fluid channels - The
spray tip assembly 122 can have an outer diameter of about 2 mm to about 10 mm, more specifically, about 4 mm to about 8 mm. The spray tip assembly can have an axial length of about 10 mm to about 25 mm. - The
spray tip assembly 122 also includes anelongated chamber body 134 disposed within aninternal cavity 136 of an outer spraytip body member 138. Theelongated chamber body 134 may be made from a high strength resilient material, such as stainless steel and the outer spray tip body member can be formed of an injection molded polymer. Theelongated chamber body 134 has anouter surface 140 that mates with aninner surface 142 of theinternal cavity 136 of the spraytip body member 138. Theflexible disc 128 is disposed within a recess of theproximal end 144 of theelongated chamber body 134, and has acentral passage 146 to allow a flow of components therethrough. The diameter or transverse dimension of thecentral passage 146 can be about 0.01 inches to about 0.04 inches. - The
central passage 146 is in fluid communication with anelongated mixing chamber 148 of thespray tip assembly 122. Theelongated mixing chamber 148 is in fluid communication withlateral ports longitudinal channels 154 formed into theinside surface 142 of the outer spraytip body member 138. Thelateral ports distal end 149 of the elongated mixing chamber. Thelongitudinal channels 154 terminate distally inspiral mixing channels 156 on aninside surface 158 of thedistal face 160 of the outer spraytip body member 138. Thespiral mixing channels 156 converge axially inward to anaperture 162 which is configured to spray an atomized mixture of the components delivered from thedual syringe assembly 115 as depicted inFIG. 21 . The mixingchamber 148 can have an axial length of about 5 mm to about 25 mm, more specifically about 10 mm to about 20 mm. The mixingchamber 148 can have an inner diameter or transverse dimension of about 1 mm to about 3 mm. The inner diameter of the mixingchamber 148 may taper distally to a smaller transverse dimension relative to a transverse dimension of the proximal end of the mixing chamber. - During use, as shown in
FIG. 21 , theindividual components dual syringe assembly 115 through thefluid channels delivery shaft 120 where thecomponents proximal surface 164 of theflexible disc 128. Force from the pressurized component flow then pushes theproximal surface 164 of theflexible disc 128 from thedistal ports fluid delivery channels flexible disc 128. Thecomponents central passage 146 of theflexible disc 128 and thereafter, into theelongated mixing chamber 148 disposed within theelongated chamber body 134. - Turbulent flow of the components through the
elongated mixing chamber 148 serves to mix thecomponents lateral ports elongated chamber 148. Thecomponents gap 166 between anouter surface 140 of theelongated chamber body 134 and aninside surface 142 of the outer spraytip body member 138, and then into thelongitudinal channels 154 of the outer spraytip body member 138. The flow ofcomponents spiral mixing channels 156 on theinside surface 158 of thedistal face 160 of the outer spraytip body member 138. Thereafter, themixed components apterture 162 in atomized form onto a target site. - Embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative of the principles of the invention. Other modifications may be employed which are within the scope of the invention; thus, by way of example but not of limitation, alternative coupling devices, alternative spray tips, and alternative material applicator devices. Accordingly, the present invention is not limited to that precisely as shown and described in the present invention.
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