Patent ID: 8979861
Filing Date: 2015-03-17
Classification: A61B,A61F

Abstract:
1. A device for assisting in the performance of a natural orifice transluminal spinal surgical procedure, comprising: a first shaft, wherein a distal end of a first shaft is positionable, during use, in at least one naturally occurring orifice, wherein the distal end of the first shaft is flexible to accommodate positioning the distal end of the first shaft adjacent a surgical site in the subject, and wherein the first shaft comprises a fastener which secures, during use, a position of at least the distal end of the first shaft at least adjacent the surgical site in the subject; a system which allows, during use, the flexible distal end to bend within predetermined limitations and/or directions; and at least one surgical instrument, at least a portion of which, is positionable, during use, in the first shaft.