Method and apparatus for performing minimally invasive cardiac procedures
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Mar 24, 2009
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Jul 24, 2003
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Dec 11, 2002
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Feb 20, 1996
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A system for performing minimally invasive cardiac procedures includes a pair of surgical instruments that are coupled to a pair of robotic arms. The instruments have end effectors that can be manipulated to hold and suture tissue. The robotic arms are coupled to a pair of master handles by a controller. The handles can be moved by the surgeon to produce a corresponding movement of the end effectors. The system may also have a robotically controlled endoscope which allows the surgeon to remotely view the surgical site.
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