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September 27, 2000
NeoSurg
Technologies, Inc. Expands Patent Portfolio
for T2000 Reusable Trocar Access System
Houston, TX September
27, 2000 - NeoSurg Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of
minimally invasive access products for laparoscopic surgery, is pleased to
announce that it has received notification from the U.S. Patent and Trademark
Office regarding the issuance of a patent relating to its replaceable tip
delivery technology. The patent, U.S. No. 6,106,539, titled "Trocar with
Removable Replaceable Tip" covers the replaceable tip for its trocar system, the
T2000 Reusable Trocar System. This patent covers the locking feature of the tip
along with the ability to remove the tip without a mechanical device.
Commenting on the award of the Patent, Pete O’Heeron, CEO and President, said:
"We are very pleased with the grant of this Patent as it is another step forward
in the growth of our intellectual property covering this unique system.”
About the T2000 System
The T2000 System consists of a Reusable Trocar constructed of titanium and hard
anodized aluminum for durability and reliability. The access tip is disposable
which provides the surgeon with a consistently sharp and controlled penetration. A
locking shielding mechanism is attached to the main trocar to guard the tip
during insertion.
About NeoSurg Technologies
NeoSurg Technologies, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is a privately held medical
device company focused on bringing breakthrough products for minimally invasive
surgery to market. These products are based on the Company’s patented
technology, which allows the combination of disposable components with reusable
components in a sophisticated and reliable system.
For more information on NeoSurg Technologies, Inc. visit the company Website at
www.neosurg.com or contact:
Pete O’Heeron
President and Chief Executive Officer
(281) 461-6211
poheeron@neosurg.com
Certain statements made by the Company which are not historical facts may be
considered forward-looking statements, including, and without limitation,
statements as to trends, management’s beliefs, expectations and opinions, which
are based upon a number of assumptions concerning future conditions that
ultimately may prove to be inaccurate. Such forward-looking statements are
subject to risks and uncertainties and may be affected by various factors, which
may cause actual results to differ materially from those forward-looking
statements.
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