electrosurgical instrument with fluid diverter

专利摘要:
The present invention relates to an end actuator of an electrosurgical device which may include a discharge port communicating with a first fluid path, a suction port communicating with a second fluid path, a first and a second electrode. and a diverter in mechanical communication with both electrodes. The diverter may receive fluid from the discharge port on its surface and maintain fluid contact with the first and second electrodes. The diverter may be additionally configured to prevent suction through the suction port of fluid on its surface. An electrosurgical device may include a source port communicating with a first fluid path, an evacuation port communicating with a second fluid path, a first and a second electrode, and a housing. The device may include a drive shaft extending distally from the housing and end actuator as described above.
公开号:BR112019005557A2
申请号:R112019005557
申请日:2017-09-18
公开日:2019-08-06
发明作者:P Boudreaux Chad；A Witt David；C Yates David；M Roberson Eric；E Shelton Frederick Iv；S Strobl Geoffrey；L Houser Kevin
申请人:Ethicon Llc；
IPC主号:

专利说明:

Descriptive Report of the Invention Patent for ELECTROSURGICAL INSTRUMENT WITH FLUID DEVIER.
BACKGROUND [0001] Many internal surgical procedures require tissue removal as part of the surgical procedure. The removal of such tissue invariably results in the cutting of multiple blood vessels leading to localized blood loss. Significant blood loss can compromise the patient's health, potentially resulting in hypovolemic shock. A blood loss, however small, can complicate the surgery resulting in an accumulation of blood at the surgical site, thus obstructing the visibility of the tissue by surgeons and surgical assistants. The problem of blood loss at the surgical site can be especially important in wide-area surgeries, such as liver resection, in which multiple blood vessels can be cut during the procedure.
[0002] Typically, an electrosurgical cauterization device is used to seal blood vessels, thereby preventing blood loss. These electrosurgical cauterization devices may include bipolar devices that incorporate a pair of electrodes that are powered by RF (radio frequency) energy to heat and cauterize tissue and blood vessels. Direct application of the electrodes to the tissue can lead to unwanted effects, such as localized burning of the tissue and encrustation of the electrodes with the burned tissue sticking to them.
[0003] A method to reduce burning and fouling may include introducing a saline fluid into the surgical site to irrigate the site. Alternatively, the saline fluid can be heated by the electrodes to form a vapor to cauterize the tissue. In this way, the tissue is not placed in direct contact with the electrodes and the
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2/35 electrode is prevented. Although a saline fluid can be used, any electrically conductive fluid (for example, an aqueous mixture containing ionic salts) can be used to promote steam cauterization. After the steam cauterizes the fabric by transferring its heat to it, the steam can condense into water. The resulting water can be used to clean the surgical site of unwanted material, such as waste from the cauterized tissue. A vacuum cleaner can be used to remove the mixture of water and fabric residue. It can be difficult and inefficient for the surgeon to cauterize and aspirate the tissue, especially if separate devices are needed. Thus, a device that incorporates the functions of cauterization and aspiration is desirable.
[0004] Incorporating a saline source and an aspiration evacuation source into a bipolar electrosurgical cauterization instrument can be problematic. If the vacuum cleaner runs continuously, then the saline solution may not remain in contact with the electrodes long enough to be heated and to form steam. If the saline source works continuously, then excess saline can be applied to the surgical site and obstruct the surgeon's visibility in the area. It is possible to have a device with multiple actuators to allow the surgeon to selectively emit a fluid to be vaporized by the electrodes and evacuate the surgical site. However, these multiple actuators can be difficult to handle and lead to hand and finger fatigue during a long surgical procedure.
[0005] Therefore, it is desirable to have a device that allows a surgeon to effectively and efficiently deliver steam cauterization and aspiration of the tissue mixture at a surgical site without requiring excessive manipulation of the surgical device.
SUMMARY
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3/35 [0006] In one aspect, an electrosurgical device may include: a port of the proximal fluid source and a first path for fluids in fluid communication with the port of the proximal fluid source; a proximal fluid evacuation port and a second fluid path in fluid communication with the proximal fluid evacuation port; a first electrode and a second electrode; a compartment configured to surround a first portion of the first fluid path, a first portion of the second fluid path, a first portion of the first electrode and a first portion of the second electrode; a drive shaft extending distally from the compartment configured to enclose a second portion of the first fluid path, a second portion of the second fluid path, a second portion of the first electrode and a second portion of the second electrode and an actuator of end, where the end actuator comprises: a distal fluid discharge port in fluid communication with the second portion of the first fluid path; a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with the second portion of the second fluid path; a third portion of the first electrode and a third portion of the second electrode and a diverter comprising a first edge in mechanical communication with the third portion of the first electrode and a second edge in mechanical communication with the third portion of the second electrode, in which the diverter it is configured to receive, on a first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port and in which the distal fluid suction port is configured to remove material from an area proximal to the diverter.
[0007] In one aspect of the electrosurgical device, the diverter can be configured to maintain contact between the fluid, a surface of the third portion of the first electrode and a surface of the
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4/35 third portion of the second electrode.
[0008] In an aspect of the electrosurgical device, the diverter may comprise a plurality of resources on the first surface.
[0009] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device can include a plurality of features that are configured to direct a fluid flow of the fluid over the first surface of the diverter.
[0010] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a plurality of features that comprise a plurality of protrusions.
[0011] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a plurality of features that comprise a plurality of recesses.
[0012] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a distal fluid discharge port comprising an opening comprising a circular opening, a half-moon opening or a slit-shaped opening.
[0013] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a second portion of the first fluid path, proximal to the distal fluid discharge port, which is configured to impart a turbulent flow to a fluid flowing within the second portion of the first path for fluids.
[0014] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device can include a second portion of the first fluid path comprising a first cannula and a second cannula.
[0015] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a first cannula that is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the first electrode and a second cannula that is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the second electrode.
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[0016] In one aspect, the electrosurgical device may include a distal fluid discharge port comprising a plurality of pores in the first cannula and the second cannula.
[0017] In one aspect, an end actuator of an electrosurgical device may include: a distal fluid discharge port in fluid communication with a first fluid path; a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with a second fluid path; a first electrode and a second electrode; and a diverter in mechanical communication with the first electrode and the second electrode and disposed between them, in which the diverter is configured to receive, on a first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port and to maintain a contact of the fluid over it with a surface of the first electrode and a surface of the second electrode, and in which the diverter is configured to prevent suction through the fluid suction port distal to the fluid on the first surface thereof.
[0018] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a diverter comprising an electrically insulating material.
[0019] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a diverter comprising a heat resistant material.
[0020] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a diverter that comprises a plurality of features on the first surface.
[0021] In one aspect, the end actuator can include a plurality of features that are configured to direct a flow of fluid over the first surface of the diverter towards the first electrode or the second electrode.
[0022] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a plurality of features that comprise a plurality of protrusions.
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6/35 [0023] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a plurality of features that comprise a plurality of recesses.
[0024] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a first fluid path comprising a first cannula and a second cannula.
[0025] In one aspect, the end actuator can include a first cannula that is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the first electrode and a second cannula that is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the second electrode.
[0026] In one aspect, the end actuator may include a distal fluid discharge port comprising a plurality of pores in a first cannula and a second cannula, and in which the plurality of pores is configured to feed the fluid over the first surface of the diverter.
[0027] In one aspect, an end actuator of an electrosurgical device may include an output port in fluid communication with a first fluid path; a fluid communication gateway with a second fluid path; a first electrode and a second electrode positioned in a juxtaposition relationship and a diverter comprising a first surface configured to receive fluid emitted by the outlet port, in which the diverter is disposed between the first and the second juxtaposed electrodes and in which the diverter it is arranged between the exit door and the entrance door to separate the exit door and the entrance door.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES [0028] The features of the various aspects are presented with particularity in the attached claims. However, the various
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7/35 aspects regarding both the organization and the methods of operation, together with their advantages, can be better understood by reference to the description presented below, considered together with the attached drawings, as follows:
[0029] Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of an aspect of an electrosurgical device.
[0030] Figure 2 illustrates an expanded view of an aspect of an electrosurgical instrument end actuator represented in Figure 1.
[0031] Figure 3 illustrates a side perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 1.
[0032] Figures 4, 5 and 6 illustrate plan views of the bottom, side and top, respectively, of an aspect of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0033] Figure 7 illustrates a frontal plan view (distal) of an aspect of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0034] Figure 8 illustrates a rear plan view (proximal) of an aspect of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0035] Figure 9 illustrates a partial sectional perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0036] Figure 10 illustrates a partial sectional (distal) frontal plan view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 1.
[0037] Figure 11 illustrates a perspective view of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0038] Figures 12,13 and 14 illustrate top plan views, side and bottom, respectively, of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 11.
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8/35 [0039] Figure 15 shows a frontal plan view (distal) of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 11.
[0040] Figure 16 illustrates a rear plan view (proximal) of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 11.
[0041] Figure 17 illustrates an additional perspective view of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0042] Figure 18 illustrates an expanded perspective view of an aspect of an electrosurgical device end actuator represented in Figure 17.
[0043] Figure 19 illustrates an expanded perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device activation controls represented in Figure 17.
[0044] Figure 20 illustrates a frontal perspective view (distal) of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 17. [0045] Figure 21 illustrates a rear perspective view (proximal) of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 17.
[0046] Figure 22 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device represented in Figure 9.
[0047] Figure 23 illustrates a partial sectional perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 9 illustrating a first position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0048] Figure 24 illustrates a partial sectional perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 9 illustrating a second position of an aspect of a slide switch.
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9/35 [0049] Figure 25 illustrates an additional perspective view of an aspect of the internal components of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 9 illustrating a second position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0050] Figure 26 illustrates an expanded perspective view of an aspect of an electrosurgical device end actuator shown in Figure 25 illustrating an extended position of an aspect of a suction tube.
[0051] Figure 27 illustrates an expanded perspective view of an aspect of the electrosurgical device activation controls shown in Figure 25 illustrating a second position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0052] Figure 28 illustrates an expanded cross-sectional view of an aspect of a metering valve of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 1.
[0053] Figures 29, 30 and 31 illustrate top, side and bottom plan views, respectively, of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 25 illustrating a second position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0054] Figures 29, 30 and 31 illustrate top, side and bottom plan views, respectively, of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 25 illustrating a second position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0055] Figures 32, 33 and 34 illustrate top, side and bottom plan views, respectively, of an aspect of the electrosurgical device shown in Figure 9 illustrating a first position of an aspect of a slide switch.
[0056] Figure 35 illustrates a perspective view of an aspect of an electrosurgical instrument end actuator represented in Figure 1.
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10/35 [0057] Figure 36 illustrates a perspective view of a model of an aspect of an electrosurgical device end actuator represented in Figure 1.
[0058] Figure 37 illustrates a perspective view of a first aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter of an end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0059] Figure 38 illustrates a top plan view of the first aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter shown in Figure
37.
[0060] Figure 39 illustrates a perspective view of a second aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter of an end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0061] Figure 40 illustrates a top plan view of the second aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter shown in Figure
39.
[0062] Figure 41 illustrates a perspective view of a third aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter of an end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
[0063] Figure 42 illustrates a top plan view of the third aspect of a pair of electrodes and a diverter shown in Figure
41.
[0064] Figure 43 illustrates a perspective view of an alternative aspect of the end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 37.
[0065] Figure 44 illustrates a top plan view of the alternative aspect of the end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 43.
[0066] Figures 45, 46 and 47 illustrate aspects of a fluid supply path and the discharge port of an end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1.
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11/35 [0067] Figure 48 illustrates a perspective view of an alternative aspect of an electrosurgical device end actuator represented in Figure 1.
[0068] Figure 49 illustrates a frontal plan view (distal) of the alternative aspect of the end actuator shown in Figure
48.
[0069] Figure 50 illustrates another aspect of the end actuator of an electrosurgical device represented in Figure 1. DETAILED DESCRIPTION [0070] As shown above, an electrosurgical device can incorporate functions to cauterize and aspirate tissues during a wide area surgical procedure . In some electrosurgical devices, energized electrodes can be used to perform the cauterization procedure. However, also as shown above, the electrodes of such devices may be susceptible to encrustation by the tissue in contact with the electrodes during cauterization. It can be understood that the cauterization of the tissue can be carried out by exposing the tissue to a heated material in addition to the electrodes. As also presented above, in a non-limiting example, a fluid, such as a saline fluid, can be heated by the electrodes and the heated fluid or steam can then be used to cauterize the tissue. The saline fluid, or other conductive fluid, can be heated by an electric current that flows between the electrodes. In this way, the temperature used to cauterize the fabric can be limited by the temperature of the steam (for example, around 100Ό), thus reducing the potential for burning the fabric. In addition, the surrounding tissue can be moistened by steam, thus preventing desiccation due to its proximity to a heated device. Additionally, the steam, through the loss of heat by the contact of the fabric, can condense in water, and the water can then be used to irrigate the
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12/35 surgical site. In this way, a saline fluid can be used for the dual purpose of cauterization and irrigation, thereby increasing the efficiency of the cauterization procedure.
[0071] Figures 1 to 8 represent views of an example of such an electrosurgical device 100. For Figures 1 to 8, the common reference numbers refer to components in common within the figures.
[0072] The electrosurgical device 100 can include a compartment 105 with a drive shaft 135 that extends distally from the compartment 105. The compartment 105 can include, at a proximal end, a port of the proximal fluid source 115 and a port evacuation of proximal fluid 110. In some electrosurgical device systems, the port of the proximal fluid source 115 can be placed in fluid communication with a source of a fluid, for example, saline, buffered saline, Ringer's solution or others electrically conductive fluids, such as aqueous fluids containing ionic salts. The fluid source may function as a gravity power supply or may include components to actively pump fluid into the port of the proximal fluid source 115. An actively pumped fluid source may include, without limitation, a power supply, a pump, a fluid source and electronic control components to enable a user to actively control the pumping operation of the actively pumped fluid source. In some electrosurgical device systems, the fluid evacuation port 110 can be placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source. The vacuum source can include a power supply, a pump, a storage component to store material removed by the vacuum source and to control electronic components to enable a user to actively control the operation of
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13/35 pumping the vacuum source.
[0073] In addition, compartment 105 may include a connector 116 to which a cable 117 from a power source 120 can be attached. Power source 120 can be configured to supply power (for example, RF or radio frequency energy) to electrodes 145a, b. Power source 120 may include a generator configured to supply power to the electrosurgical device 100 via external means, such as via cable 117. In certain cases, power source 120 may include a microcontroller coupled to a generator with an external wire. The external generator can be powered by an alternating current (AC) mains. The electrical and electronic circuit elements associated with the power source 120 can be supported by a control circuit board assembly, for example. The microcontroller can generally comprise a memory and a microprocessor (processor) operably coupled to the memory. The electronic portion of power source 120 can be configured to control the transmission of energy to electrodes 145a, b on end actuator 140 of the electrosurgical device
100. It should be understood that the term processor, as used here, includes any microprocessor, microcontroller or other suitable basic computing device that incorporates the functions of a central computer processing unit (CPU) in an integrated circuit or, at most , some integrated circuits. The processor can be a programmable multipurpose device that accepts digital data as input, processes that data according to instructions stored in its memory and provides results as output. This is an example of sequential digital logic, as it has internal memory. Processors operate on numbers and symbols represented in the binary numeral system. Power source 120 may also include input devices to enable a
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14/35 user program the operation of the 120 power source.
[0074] Enclosure 105 may also include one or more activation devices to enable a user to control the functions of the electrosurgical device 100. In some non-limiting examples, the electrosurgical device 100 may include a metering valve 125 that can be activated by a user to control a quantity of fluid flowing through the electrosurgical device and supply, at the distal end, a quantity of fluid to the end actuator 140. In some non-limiting examples, metering valve 125 may also enable the user to control a amount of energy supplied by power source 120 to electrodes 145a, b on end actuator 140. For example, metering valve 125 may comprise a screw-on throttle valve to regulate fluid flow through electrosurgical device 100. Additionally , measuring valve 125 can have a function d and push button activation to enable current to flow from power source 120 to electrodes 145a, b by pressing a push button by a user. It can be recognized that, in some non-limiting examples, compartment 105 may include a metering valve 125 to enable regulation of fluid flow through electrosurgical device 100 and a separate energy control device to control the amount of current delivered to the electrodes 145a, b.
[0075] Housing 105 can also be attached to a drive shaft 135 at a distal end of housing 105. An end actuator 140 can be associated with a distal end of drive shaft 135. End actuator 140 may include electrodes 145a, b that can be in electrical communication with the power source 120 and can receive electrical energy from it. In
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15/35 some non-limiting examples, a first electrode 145a can receive electrical energy of a first polarity (as a positive polarity) from the power supply 120 and the second electrode 145b can receive electrical energy of a second polarity opposite (as a negative polarity) from power supply 120. Alternatively, the first electrode 145a can be connected to a ground terminal of power supply 120, and the second electrode 145b can be connected to a variable voltage (AC) terminal of the power supply 120. The electrodes 145a, b can extend beyond the distal end of the drive shaft 135. The extended ends of the electrodes 145a, b are separated by a diverter 155. The diverter 155 can contact the first electrode 145a on a first edge of the diverter 155, and the diverter 155 can contact the second electrode 145b on a second edge of the diverter 155. The d diverter 155 may comprise an electrically insulating material and / or a heat resistant material, which may include, without limitation, a plastic such as polycarbonate or ceramic. The diverter 155 can be deformable or non-deformable. In some non-limiting examples, compartment 105 may include a mechanism for controlling a shape of a deformable diverter 155.
[0076] The end actuator 140 may also include a fluid discharge port 150 which can be in fluid communication with the fluid source port 115 through a first fluid path. The first path for fluids, such as a path for source fluids (see 315 in Figure 11), can allow fluid to flow from the fluid source port 115 to the fluid discharge port 150. In some non-limiting examples, the fluid discharge port 150 can be positioned above diverter 155 so that a fluid emitted from fluid discharge port 150 can be
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16/35 collected on a top surface of diverter 155. The end actuator can also include a fluid suction port 165 which can be in fluid communication with the fluid evacuation port 110 via a second fluid path. The second fluid path, such as an aspirated fluid path (see 210 in Figure 9), can allow a liquid mixture generated at the surgical site to flow from the fluid suction port 165 to the fluid evacuation port 110. The liquid mixture it can then be removed from the electrosurgical device 100 by the vacuum source and stored in the storage component for later removal.
[0077] In some non-limiting examples, the fluid suction port 165 can be formed at the distal end of a suction tube 160. The suction tube 160 can also be part of the aspirated fluid path 210. The suction tube suction 160 can be located inside the drive shaft 135 or it can be located outside and below the drive shaft 135. A suction pipe 160 located outside the drive shaft 135 can be in physical communication with an external surface of the drive shaft 135 In some examples, the suction tube 160 can have a fixed location in relation to the drive shaft 135. In some alternative examples, the suction tube 160 can be extendable in a distal direction with respect to the drive shaft 135. The extension of the extendable suction tube 160 can be controlled by means of a suction tube control device. As a non-limiting example, the suction tube control device can comprise a slide switch 130. The slide switch 130, in a first position (for example, in a proximal position), can cause the suction tube 160 to remain in a first position or stowed position in which the suction port 165 is located essentially below the suction port
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17/35 fluid discharge 150. However, the slide switch 130 in a second position (for example, in a distal position) can cause the suction tube 160 to extend in a distal direction to a fully extended position so that the suction port 165 is located distal to and below the fluid discharge port 150. In one example, the slide switch 130 can preferably position the suction tube 160 in one of two positions, such as the stowed position and the fully extended position. It can be recognized, however, that the slide switch 130 may also enable the suction tube 160 to assume any position between the stowed position and the fully extended position. Regardless of the position of the suction tube 160 as shown above, the suction port 165 can be kept in a location below a plane defined by the top surface of the diverter
155. In this way, diverter 155 is configured to prevent the fluid emitted from the fluid discharge port 150 from being directly removed from the suction port 165.
[0078] Figures 9 and 10 show partial interior views of an electrosurgical device 200. In addition to the components described above in relation to Figures 1 to 8, the electrosurgical device 200 includes a path for aspirated fluids 210 that forms a fluid connection between the proximal fluid evacuation port 110 and distal fluid suction port 165. Also illustrated are valve components 225 of measuring valve 125 and control components 230 of the suction tube, such as a slide switch 130. The port fluid discharge port 150, electrodes 145a, b, fluid suction port 165, and a portion of compartment 105 are also illustrated in Figures 9 and 10.
[0079] Figures 11 to 21 show a variety of views of the internal components of the electrosurgical device 300. Figure 18 is
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18/35 is a close view of the distal end of the electrosurgical device 300 shown in Figure 17, and Figure 19 is a close view of actuator components of the electrosurgical device 300 shown in Figure 17 representing metering valve 125 and slide switch 130. Components Additional features shown in Figures 11 to 21 include the fluid path from source 315 that forms a fluid connection between the proximal fluid source port 115 and the distal fluid discharge port 150. In some examples, valve components 225 of the valve measuring devices 125 are arranged along the length of the fluid path from the source 315 enabling a user of the electrosurgical device 300 to regulate a fluid flow through the fluid path of the source 315 from the fluid source port 115 to the discharge port of fluid 150. In some examples of valve components 225, a screw actuator, such as a throttle valve it can then be used to compress a portion of the fluid path from the source 315, thereby restricting a flow of fluid through it. It can be recognized that any number of fluid control valves can be used as valve components 225 including, without limitation, a ball valve, a butterfly valve, a plug valve, a needle valve and a gate valve. It can be understood from Figures 11 to 21 that the fluid path of the source 315 extends from the fluid source port 115 through compartment 105 and through the drive shaft 135 to the distal fluid discharge port 150. Similarly, it can be understood from Figures 11 to 22 that the path for aspirated fluids 210 extends from the proximal fluid evacuation port 110 through compartment 105 and through the drive shaft 135 to the distal fluid suction port 165. Additionally, electrodes 145a, b can extend from compartment 105 through drive shaft 135 and extend
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19/35 distally and protrude from the end of the drive shaft 135. Alternatively, the electrodes 145a, b can extend only through the drive shaft 135 and extend distally and project from the end of the drive shaft 135 The proximal ends 345a, b of the electrodes 145a, b can receive connectors to place the electrodes 145a, b in electrical communication with the power source 120. The electrodes 145a, b can receive the electrical energy from the power source 120 to enable the cauterization of the tissue at the surgical site or by direct contact of the tissue with the protruding portion of the electrodes 145a, b or by heating a fluid in contact with the electrodes 145a, b.
[0080] Figure 22 is a cross-sectional view of an electrosurgical device 400. In particular, the cross-sectional view 400 illustrates the two paths for fluids through the device. Thus, Figure 22 illustrates the path for fluids from the source 315 in fluid communication with the proximal fluid source port 115 and the distal fluid discharge port 150. Additionally, Figure 22 illustrates an example of a physical relationship between the path for fluids from source 315 and valve components 225 of metering valve 125. Figure 22 also illustrates an example in which the path for fluids from source 315 can extend across both compartment 105 and drive shaft 135 In addition, Figure 22 illustrates the path for aspirated fluids 210 in fluid communication with the proximal fluid evacuation port 110 and the distal fluid suction port 165. The path for aspirated fluids 210 may also include a suction tube 160 that can be arranged at one distal end of the suction fluid path 210. The distal fluid suction port 165 can be formed at one end distal age of the suction tube 160.
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20/35 [0081] Figures 23 to 27 and 29 to 34 illustrate the partial internal views of an electrosurgical device 200 that has a suction tube 160 in a proximal or retracted position and an electrosurgical device 500 that has a suction tube 160 in a distal or extended Z position. Figure 23 is similar to Figure 9 and particularly illustrates a first proximal position X of slide switch 130 (as a non-limiting example of a suction tube control device) along a proximal position or retracted from the suction tube 160. Figure 24 illustrates in particular a second distal position Y of the slide switch 130 (as a non-limiting example of a suction tube control device) in addition to a distal or extended position Z end of the suction tube aspiration 160. Figure 25 illustrates an alternative perspective view of the electrosurgical device 500. Figure 26 is a perspective view expand view of the distal end of the electrosurgical device 500 shown in Figure 25, particularly illustrating the distal end of the suction tube 160 in the extended position Z. Figure 27 is an expanded perspective view of the actuating components of the electrosurgical device 500 shown in Figure 25, illustrating in particular the second or distal position X of slide switch 130. Figures 29, 30 and 31 show plan views of the top, side and bottom, respectively, of the electrosurgical device 500. Figures 29 to 31 can be compared with Figures 32 , 33 and 34 showing plan views of the top, side and bottom, respectively, of the electrosurgical device 200. Figures 29 to 31 illustrate the distal positions Y and Z of the slide switch 130 and the suction tube 160, respectively. Figures 32 to 34 illustrate the proximal position X of the slide switch 130 and the proximal or retracted position of the suction tube 160.
[0082] Figure 28 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a
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21/35 example of a metering valve 125 that represents some examples of components of the metering valve 225. The components of the valve 225 may include a switch button 525 that can be activated by a user. Valve components 225 may also include an adjustable locking mechanism 527 that can adjust the position of a throttle valve 532 with respect to a portion of the fluid path from source 315. Adjustable locking mechanism 527 may comprise an activated portion of screw that can be adjusted by a rotation of the switch button 525. In this way, a user can turn the switch button 525 and adjust an amount of fluid that flows through the fluid path of the source 315 to exit the distal fluid discharge port 150 based on the amount of compression applied to the fluid path of the 315 source by a throttle valve. In some examples, the adjustable locking mechanism 527 can have two positions (an open position and a closed position). Alternatively, the adjustable locking mechanism 527 can be adjustable and allow the user to select any amount of fluid flow through the fluid path from source 315.
[0083] Additionally, the measurement valve 125 can include additional components 225 that can be used to control an electrical connection between electrodes 145a, b and the power source 120. For example, an RF switch 530 can be used to form the connections between electrodes 145a, b and power source 120. In one example, RF switch 530 can be a momentary contact switch that connects electrodes 145a, b and power source 120 only when actively pressed by a user. Alternatively, the RF switch 530 can be a locking push button switch that can be activated sequentially (of the normally open contact type) and deactivated (of the contact type)
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22/35 normally closed) when pressed. A closing spring 534 can be included between the components of switch 225 to return switch button 525 to a lowered state when a user is not actively pressing switch button 525. [0084] Figure 35 shows a perspective view of an example overview of an end actuator 600. As shown above, the end actuator may consist of a pair of electrodes 145a, b extending from a drive shaft 135, a distal fluid discharge port 150, a diverter 155 and a suction port 165 which can be part of a suction tube 160. Derailleur 155 can be placed between the pair of electrodes 145a, b in such a way as to form a contact of a first edge of the diverter 155 with a surface of an electrode 145a, and a contact of a second edge of diverter 155 with a surface on a second electrode 145b. In some instances, a proximal edge of diverter 155 may form a mechanical communication with an end surface of the drive shaft
135. In this way, the fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port 150 can be retained on a first surface or top surface of diverter 155. The fluid on the top surface of diverter 155 can be retained on that surface for a sufficient time to maintain fluid contact with a surface of both electrodes 145a, b. If the fluid is an ionic fluid, the current that passes through the fluid between electrodes 145a, b can heat the fluid sufficiently to form a vapor capable of cauterizing the tissue.
[0085] Figure 36 shows a perspective view of a manufactured model of the end actuator 600, as shown in Figure 35.
[0086] Figures 37 to 44 represent a variety of examples of an end actuator, as generally presented as the
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23/35 end actuator 600 shown in Figure 35.
[0087] Figures 37 and 38 illustrate a perspective view and a top plan view, respectively, of an example of end actuator 700. End actuator 700 illustrates many of the components presented above in relation to the end actuator 600 of Figure 36. These components include drive shaft 135, fluid discharge port 150, aspirator port 165, electrodes 145a, b and aspirator tube 160. In addition to aspirator port 165, aspirator tube 160 can include additional ports along the length of the aspirator tube 160 for aspirating material from the surgical site. Diverter 755 from end actuator 700 includes a series of features 757a configured to direct the flow of a fluid emitted from the fluid discharge port 150 to the surface of electrodes 145a, b. Features 757a can include curved guide rails projecting from the top surface of diverter 755. Additionally, the top surface of diverter 755 can include additional features at the distal end to further guide fluid towards electrodes 145a, b . Electrodes 145a, b can have a generally circular or elliptical cross section 745a, b in a portion close to the distal end of the drive shaft 135. Additionally, electrodes 145a, b can be chamfered at their distal ends 747a, b resulting in a distal oval or egg-shaped end 747a, b. The cross-sectional view F in Figure 38 illustrates that the oval distal ends 747a, b of the electrodes 145a, b have their respective long axes directed towards the outer portion of the end actuator 700, in the direction opposite to the diverter 755.
[0088] Figures 39 and 40 illustrate a perspective view and a top plan view, respectively, of another example of end actuator 700. In Figures 39 and 40, the distal portion of the electrodes
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145a, b may have a circular or oval cross section, but electrodes 145a, b may have a kidney-shaped or 745c-shaped cross section d closest to the drive axis (proximal) 135. Such a fabulous 745c, d cross-section may be useful during the manufacture of the electrosurgical device to secure the diverter 755 between the internal surfaces of the electrodes 145a, b. The cross-sectional view G of Figure 40 illustrates how the diverter 755 can be secured against the internal surfaces of the fabulous cross-section 745c, d. The exemplary end actuator 700 shown in Figures 39 and 40 is also distinguished from that shown in Figures 37 and 38 by the fact that features 757b that comprise the projecting fluid guide rails comprise guide rails for directing the fluid over the top surface of diverter 755 for electrodes 145a, b. Additionally, electrodes 145a, b can be chamfered to result in oval distal ends 747c, d in which the respective long geometrical axes 749a, b are directed towards the inner portion of end actuator 700 and pointing towards diverter 755. This geometry is shown in Figure 40, seen in cross section H.
[0089] Figures 41 and 42 illustrate a perspective view and a top plan view, respectively, of yet another example of end actuator 700. The end actuator 700 shown in Figures 41 and 42 shows elements common to those of the illustrated examples in Figures 37 to 40. Thus, electrodes 145a, b have a circular or elliptical cross section 745a, b, as shown in Figures 37 and 38, but include oval cross sections 747c, d at the distal ends of electrodes 145a, b , as shown in Figures 39 and 40. The fluid flow characteristics 757c illustrated in Figures 41 and 42 are manufactured as recesses in the surface of diverter 756. Such recess features 757c
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25/35 can form channels that can be used to guide the flow of a fluid on the top surface of diverter 756, as suggested by the arrows shown in Figure 42. The recess features 757c can also specifically guide a flow of fluid against the internal surfaces of the electrodes 145a, b, as also illustrated in Figure 42. The resources 757c may also include a spill in order to direct the fluid emitted by the fluid discharge port 150 towards the channels on the surface of the diverter 756, thus avoiding , that the fluid flows out of the recesses when the fluid initially leaves the fluid discharge port 150.
[0090] Figures 43 and 44 illustrate a perspective view and a top plan view, respectively, of yet another example of end actuator 700. Electrodes 145a, b, drive shaft 135, fluid discharge port 150, the vacuum port 165 and the vacuum tube 160 are all similar to the examples shown in the Figure. 37. Additionally, a portion of the fluid path from the source 315 proximal to the fluid discharge port 150 may include features, such as streaks 750, on the inner surface of the fluid path of the source 315. Such streaks 750 may impart a turbulent flow to a fluid emitted by the fluid discharge port 150, especially if the fluid is obtained under pressure. In this way, a fluid that enters the distal end of the fluid path of the source 315 (arrow to the right of Figure 44) can exit the fluid discharge port 150 which has a turbulent flow that is more easily distributed by the resources 757a on the surface of top of diverter 755, as illustrated by the arrows superimposed on the top surface of diverter 755 in Figure 44. As a result, the fluid on the top surface of diverter 755 can flow more readily to contact electrodes 145a, b.
[0091] The flow of a fluid emitted through the fluid discharge port
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150 may also vary by incorporating openings at the distal end of the fluid discharge port 150. Figures 45, 46 and 47 illustrate, respectively, the flow of fluid through a slit opening 850a, a circular opening or orifice 850b and a 850c half moon opening. The ribs 750 can be added to a path for fluids from the source 315 ending in a discharge port 150 that has any of the openings 850a-c, as shown in Figures 45 to 47. Figure 46, for example, represents the ribs 750 used in addition to an 850b circular opening or hole.
[0092] Figures 48 and 49 illustrate a perspective view and a vertical cross-sectional view, respectively, of an example of end actuator 800 comprising three electrodes. The end actuator 800 shown in Figures 48 and 49 includes, as shown in the examples shown in Figures 37 to 44, a distal end of a drive shaft 135, a fluid discharge port 150 and a vacuum port 165. Also shown in Figures 48 and 49 are a pair of electrodes 145a, b which are arranged juxtaposed to each other and are separated by a diverter 855. The diverter 855 illustrated in Figures 48 and 49 may include a number of projecting features 857 which may be different from those in the examples shown in Figures 37 to 40. In the example of end actuator 800 illustrated by Figures 48 and 49, a third electrode 845 can be incorporated into the top surface of diverter 855. In the examples of end actuators illustrated above, the two electrodes 145a, b are arranged juxtaposed to each other with a spacing between them. As shown above, a first electrode 145a can receive electrical energy from a first polarity (as a positive polarity) from the power supply 120 and the second electrode 145b can receive electrical energy from a second polarity opposite (as a
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27/35 negative polarity) from power supply 120. Alternatively, the first electrode 145a can be connected to a ground terminal of power supply 120, and the second electrode 145b can be connected to an alternating current voltage terminal ( AC) variable power supply 120. Electrodes 145a, b illustrated in Figures 48 and 49 can receive electrical energy that has the same polarity while additional electrode 845 can receive electrical energy that has a second opposite polarity. Alternatively, electrodes 145a, b can be connected to a variable AC voltage terminal 120 while the third electrode 845 can be connected to a ground terminal of power supply 120. In yet another alternative example, electrodes 145a, b can be connected to a power supply ground terminal 120 while the third electrode 845 can be connected to a power supply variable AC voltage terminal 120. It can be understood that an end actuator can include any number of electrodes arranged in any suitable geometry around or around a diverter placed between it or along it.
[0093] Figure 50 illustrates an alternative example of an end actuator 900. End actuator 900 includes a pair of electrodes 945a, b having a fabiform or kidney shaped cross section. The diverter 955 is positioned between the concave inner surfaces of the electrodes 945a, b, and a vacuum tube having a distal suction port 965 is positioned below the diverter 955. Unlike many of the end actuators revealed above, the path for fluids from source 315 on end actuator 900 does not end at a discharge port 150 at a distal end of drive shaft 135. Instead, as shown in Figure 50, the fluid path from source 315 can continue along the length of one or more of the electrodes. For example, the trajectory
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28/35 for fluids from source 315 may extend as one or more cannulas 915a, b which are positioned, for example, along the inner concave surface of electrodes 945a, b. Cannulas 915a, b can be placed against or in proximity to the top surface of diverter 955. Cannulas 915a, b can also include pores or drain holes 950 that can enable a fluid flowing through the source fluid path 315 and cannulas 915A, b flow over the top surface of diverter 955. Fluid can flow from the pores or drain holes 950 to the top surface of diverter 955 due to capillary action and / or surface tension. Although two cannulas 915a, b are illustrated in Figure 50, it can be understood that a single or multiple cannulae can be used to supply fluid to flow over the top surface of diverter 955.
[0094] It should be understood that the terms proximal and distal are used throughout the specification with reference to a doctor handling an end of an instrument used to treat a patient. The term proximal refers to the portion of the instrument closest to the physician and the term distal refers to the portion located farthest from the physician. It should also be understood that, for the sake of brevity and clarity, spatial terms such as vertical, horizontal, up or down can be used in the present invention in relation to the illustrated modalities. However, surgical instruments can be used in many orientations and positions, and these terms are not intended to be limiting or absolute.
[0095] Various aspects of surgical instruments are described in the present invention. Those skilled in the art will understand that the various aspects described herein can be used with the surgical instruments described. Descriptions are provided for example purposes only, and those skilled in the art will understand that the examples
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29/35 revealed are not limited only to the devices disclosed here, but can be used with any compatible surgical instrument or robotic surgical system.
[0096] Throughout this specification, the terms various aspects, some aspects, an example or an aspect mean that a specific feature, structure or characteristic described together with the aspect are included in at least one example. Thus, appearances of the expressions in various aspects, in some aspects, in an example or in one aspect in places throughout the specification are not necessarily referring to the same aspect. In addition, the specific features, structures or features illustrated or described in relation to an example can be combined, in whole or in part, with features, structures or features of one or more other aspects, without limitation.
[0097] Although several aspects of the present invention have been illustrated by describing several aspects, and although the illustrative modalities have been described in considerable detail, it is not the applicant's intention to restrict or, in any way, limit the scope of the claims in attached to these details. Additional advantages and modifications may become readily apparent to those skilled in the art. For example, it is generally accepted that endoscopic procedures are more common than laparoscopic procedures. Consequently, the present invention has been discussed in terms of endoscopic procedures and devices. However, the use in the present invention of terms, such as endoscopic, should not be construed to limit the present invention to an instrument for use only in conjunction with an endoscopic tube (for example, a trocar). On the contrary, it is believed that the present invention can be useful in any procedure in which the
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[0098] It should be understood that at least some of the figures and descriptions presented here have been simplified to illustrate elements that are relevant to a clear understanding of the description, while eliminating, for purposes of clarity, other elements. Those skilled in the art will recognize, however, that these and other elements may be desirable. However, due to the fact that such elements are well known in the art, and due to the fact that they do not facilitate a better understanding of the modalities presented, a discussion of such elements is not provided here. [0099] While several aspects have been described, it should be evident, however, that various modifications, alterations and adaptations to these modalities can occur to the technicians in the subject with the attainment of some or all of the advantages of the disclosure. In addition, according to several aspects, a single component can be replaced by multiple components and multiple components can be replaced by a single component, to perform one or more given functions. This request is therefore intended to cover all these modifications, alterations and adaptations, without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention, as defined by the appended claims. [0100] Any patent, publication or other disclosure material, in whole or in part, that is taken as reference by reference to the present invention, is incorporated into the present invention only to the extent that the incorporated materials do not conflict with existing definitions, statements or other disclosure materials presented in this disclosure. Accordingly, and to the extent necessary, the disclosure as explicitly presented herein replaces any conflicting material incorporated into the present invention.
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31/35 as a reference. Any material, or portion thereof, which is incorporated herein by reference, but which conflicts with the definitions, statements, or other disclosure materials contained herein, will be incorporated here only insofar as there is no conflict between the material embedded and existing disclosure material.
[0101] Various aspects of the subject described in this document are defined in the following numbered examples:
[0102] Example 1: An electrosurgical device comprising: a port of the proximal fluid source and a first path for fluids in fluid communication with the port of the proximal fluid source; a proximal fluid evacuation port and a second fluid path in fluid communication with the proximal fluid evacuation port; a first electrode and a second electrode; a compartment configured to surround a first portion of the first fluid path, a first portion of the second fluid path, a first portion of the first electrode and a first portion of the second electrode; a drive shaft extending distally from the compartment configured to enclose a second portion of the first fluid path, a second portion of the second fluid path, a second portion of the first electrode and a second portion of the second electrode and an actuator of end, where the end actuator comprises: a distal fluid discharge port in fluid communication with the second portion of the first fluid path; a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with the second portion of the second fluid path; a third portion of the first electrode and a third portion of the second electrode and a diverter comprising a first surface, a first edge in mechanical communication with the third portion of the first electrode
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32/35 and a second edge in mechanical communication with the third portion of the second electrode.
[0103] Example 2. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, in which the diverter is configured to maintain contact between the fluid, a surface of the third portion of the first electrode and a surface of the third portion of the second electrode.
[0104] Example 3. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, wherein the diverter comprises a plurality of resources on the first surface.
[0105] Example 4. The electrosurgical device of Example 3, in which the plurality of resources are configured to direct a flow of fluid fluids on the first surface of the diverter.
[0106] Example 5. The electrosurgical device of Example 3, wherein the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of protuberances.
[0107] Example 6. The electrosurgical device of Example 3, wherein the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of recesses.
[0108] Example 7. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, wherein the distal fluid discharge port comprises an opening comprising a circular opening, a half-moon opening or a slit-shaped opening.
[0109] Example 8. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, wherein the second portion of the first fluid path proximal to the distal fluid discharge port is configured to impart a turbulent flow to a fluid flowing through it.
[0110] Example 9. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, wherein the second portion of the first fluid path comprises a first cannula and a second cannula.
[0111] Example 10. The electrosurgical device of Example 9, in
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33/35 that the first cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the first electrode and the second cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the second electrode.
[0112] Example 11.0 electrosurgical device of Example 9, wherein the distal fluid discharge port comprises a plurality of pores in the first cannula and the second cannula.
[0113] Example 12. An end actuator of an electrosurgical device, wherein the end actuator comprises: a distal fluid discharge port in fluid communication with a first fluid path; a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with a second fluid path; a first electrode and a second electrode; and a diverter in mechanical communication with the first electrode and the second electrode and disposed between them, in which the diverter is configured to receive, on a first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port and to maintain a contact of the fluid over it with a surface of the first electrode and a surface of the second electrode, and in which the diverter is configured to prevent suction through the fluid suction port distal to the fluid on the first surface thereof.
[0114] Example 13. The end actuator of Example 12, in which the diverter comprises an electrically insulating material.
[0115] Example 14. The end actuator of Example 12, wherein the diverter comprises a heat resistant material.
[0116] Example 15. The end actuator of Example 12, wherein the diverter comprises a plurality of resources on the first surface.
[0117] Example 16. The end actuator of Example 15, where the plurality of resources are configured to direct a flow of the
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[0118] Example 17. The end actuator of Example 15, wherein the plurality of features comprises a plurality of protrusions.
[0119] Example 18. The end actuator of Example 15, wherein the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of recesses.
[0120] Example 19. The end actuator of Example 12, wherein the first fluid path comprises a first cannula and a second cannula.
[0121] Example 20. The end actuator of Example 19, in which the first cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the first electrode and the second cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the second electrode.
[0122] Example 21. The end actuator of Example 19, in which the distal fluid discharge port comprises a plurality of pores in the first cannula and the second cannula and in which the plurality of pores is configured to feed the fluid over the first surface of the diverter.
[0123] Example 22. An end actuator of an electrosurgical device, in which the end actuator comprises: an outlet port in fluid communication with a first fluid path; a fluid communication gateway with a second fluid path; a first electrode and a second electrode positioned in a juxtaposition relationship and a diverter comprising a first surface configured to receive fluid emitted by the outlet port, in which the diverter is disposed between the first and the second juxtaposed electrodes and in which the diverter it is
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35/35 arranged between the exit door and the entrance door to separate the exit door and the entrance door.
[0124] Example 23. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, in which the diverter is configured to receive, on the first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port.
[0125] Example 24. The electrosurgical device of Example 1, in which the distal fluid suction port is configured to remove material from an area proximal to the diverter.

权利要求:
Claims (24)
[1]
1. Electrosurgical device, characterized by the fact that it comprises:
a proximal fluid source port and a first path for fluids in fluid communication with the proximal fluid source port;
a proximal fluid evacuation port and a second fluid path in fluid communication with the proximal fluid evacuation port;
a first electrode and a second electrode;
a compartment configured to surround a first portion of the first fluid path, a first portion of the second fluid path, a first portion of the first electrode and a first portion of the second electrode;
an axis extending distally from the compartment configured to surround a second portion of the first fluid path, a second portion of the second fluid path, a second portion of the first electrode and a second portion of the second electrode and an end actuator, wherein the end actuator comprises:
a fluid discharge port distal in fluid communication with the second portion of the first fluid path;
a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with the second portion of the second fluid path;
a third portion of the first electrode and a third portion of the second electrode and a diverter comprising a first surface, a first edge in mechanical communication with the third portion of the first electrode and a second edge in mechanical communication with
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[2]
2/5 the third portion of the second electrode.
2. Electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the diverter is configured to maintain contact between the fluid, a surface of the third portion of the first electrode and a surface of the third portion of the second electrode.
[3]
3. Electrosurgical device, according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the diverter comprises a plurality of resources on the first surface.
[4]
4. Electrosurgical device according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the plurality of resources is configured to direct a fluid flow of the fluid on the first surface of the diverter.
[5]
5. Electrosurgical device, according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of protuberances.
[6]
6. Electrosurgical device, according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of recesses.
[7]
An electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized in that the distal fluid discharge port comprises an opening comprising a circular opening, a half-moon opening or a slit-shaped opening.
[8]
8. Electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized in that the second portion of the first fluid path proximal to the distal fluid discharge port is configured to impart a turbulent flow to a fluid flowing through it.
[9]
9. Electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized in that the second portion of the first fluid path comprises a first cannula and a second cannula.
[10]
10. Electrosurgical device, according to claim
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9, characterized by the fact that the first cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the first electrode and the second cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the third portion of the second electrode.
[11]
11. Electrosurgical device according to claim 9, characterized in that the distal fluid discharge port comprises a plurality of pores in the first cannula and the second cannula.
[12]
12. End actuator of an electrosurgical device, characterized by the fact that it comprises:
a fluid discharge port is in fluid communication with a first fluid path;
a fluid suction port distal in fluid communication with a second fluid path;
a first electrode and a second electrode; and a diverter in mechanical communication with the first electrode and the second electrode, and disposed between them, in which the diverter is configured to receive, on a first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port, and to maintain a contact of the fluid on the same with a surface of the first electrode and a surface of the second electrode and in which the diverter is configured to prevent aspiration through the fluid distal fluid suction port on the first surface of the same.
[13]
13. End actuator according to claim 12, characterized in that the diverter comprises an electrically insulating material.
[14]
14. End actuator according to claim 12, characterized in that the diverter comprises a material
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4/5 heat resistant.
[15]
End actuator according to claim 12, characterized in that the diverter comprises a plurality of resources on the first surface.
[16]
16. End actuator according to claim 15, characterized by the fact that the plurality of resources are configured to direct a flow of fluid on the first surface of the diverter towards the first electrode or the second electrode.
[17]
17. End actuator according to claim 15, characterized by the fact that the plurality of features comprises a plurality of protuberances.
[18]
18. End actuator according to claim 15, characterized by the fact that the plurality of resources comprises a plurality of recesses.
[19]
19. End actuator according to claim 12, characterized in that the first fluid path comprises a first cannula and a second cannula.
[20]
20. End actuator according to claim 19, characterized in that the first cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the first electrode and the second cannula is in mechanical communication with an internal surface of the second electrode.
[21]
21. End actuator according to claim 19, characterized in that the distal fluid discharge port comprises a plurality of pores in the first cannula and the second cannula and in which the plurality of pores is configured to feed the fluid on the first surface of the diverter.
[22]
22. End actuator of an electrosurgical device, characterized by the fact that it comprises:
an output port in fluid communication with a
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5/5 first trajectory for fluids;
a fluid communication gateway with a second fluid path;
a first electrode and a second electrode positioned in a juxtaposition relationship and a diverter comprising a first surface configured to receive fluid emitted by the outlet port, in which the diverter is disposed between the first and the second juxtaposed electrodes and in which the diverter it is arranged between the exit door and the entrance door to separate the exit door and the entrance door.
[23]
23. Electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the diverter is configured to receive, on the first surface, a fluid emitted by the distal fluid discharge port.
[24]
24. Electrosurgical device according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the distal fluid suction port is configured to remove material from an area proximal to the diverter.

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