This newly granted patent covers the efficient application of a purse-string suture around the tissue adjacent to the open lumen during the colorectal surgery. The suture enables the effective closure of the colon providing a full intracorporeal anastomosis at the completion of the surgery. The award of the patent validates NICE Surgical’s use of advanced innovative medical solutions to improve surgical outcomes and the quality of life of patients.

The patented technology enables colorectal surgery to be completed minimally invasively, without an incision to the abdomen, as currently practiced. The use of NICE Surgical’s device potentially increases the efficiency in surgery and reduces surgical site infections, usually associated with surgical incisions.