A new method for safely removing tissue during minimally invasive surgeries.
Official title: A Safe, Fast, and Cost-Effective System for Tissue Removal in Laparoscopic Hysterectomy and Other Minimally Invasive Surgery
Funded at Claria Medical, INC. · NIH-10693810 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, safer way to remove tissue during minimally invasive surgeries like hysterectomy, to help prevent any hidden cancers from spreading and make the whole process quicker and easier for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Claria Medical, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Mountain View, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $141,917 |
| NIH project number | 5R44HD105575-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10693810 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include women undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy or other related procedures who may have fibroids or other conditions requiring tissue removal.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing minimally invasive surgeries or those with conditions that do not require tissue removal may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a safe, fast, and cost-effective system for tissue removal during laparoscopic hysterectomy and other minimally invasive surgeries. The goal is to address the risks associated with traditional methods of tissue removal, particularly the potential spread of hidden cancers during procedures like hysterectomy and myomectomy. By creating a containment and extraction system, the research aims to improve the efficiency and safety of these surgeries, ultimately reducing the time and complications associated with current techniques.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the safety and effectiveness of minimally invasive surgeries for patients, reducing recovery time and complications.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been advancements in minimally invasive surgical techniques, this specific approach to tissue containment and extraction is relatively novel and has not been widely tested.
Where this research is happening
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Claria Medical, INC.
Mountain View, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Francis, Daniel — Claria Medical, INC.
- Study coordinator: Francis, Daniel
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.