What happens when stapler innovation doesn’t stand still? A 2026 prospective randomized trial from University...
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Surgical Stapler Performance in Challenging Lung Tissue - a pioneering study to do bilateral resection
A 2026 prospective randomized trial from University Hospital Basel compared the AEON Endostapler against the Echelon Flex Powered Plus in lung volume reduction surgery for patients with severe lung emphysema.
Results showed an air leak incidence of 35.3% versus 60%, median closure time of 14.3 hours versus 93.2 hours, and total air leak volume at 32% of the powered comparator.
This video presents the key clinical findings from Macharia-Nimietz et al., published in Interdisciplinary Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, 2026.
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Lexington Medical, Inc. Secures Growth Investment from Ampersand Capital Partners
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Real feedback from surgeons using AEON™ across thoracic, HPB, bariatric, and colorectal procedures
THORACIC
I started using AEON in 2021 and have done many hundreds of cases. In two years of using Lexington, I have witnessed more advances in surgical stapling than in the preceding two decades.
Prof. Pascal Berna, M.D.
Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon, Groupe Santé Victor Pauche; President, Groupe Santé Victor Pauche Scientific Committee; Former PUPH and Head of Thoracic Surgery, Amiens University Hospital
THORACIC
I have been blown away by Lexington’s performance in LVRS. In patients with late-stage emphysema, we have seen a significant reduction in prolonged air leaks since switching to AEON with the 60mm Orange Short Tip cartridge.
Dr. med. Morris Beshay, FRCS, FEBTS
Head of the Department of General Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital OWL, Campus Bielefeld-Bethel Chief Surgeon, Evangelisches Klinikum Bethel
THORACIC
In my experience, you get the whole package with Lexington Medical, proven by high-quality products and responsiveness to surgeons’ needs. The AEON Endostapler has performed very well, including in complex lobectomies and segmentectomies – and when in my hands it undeniably feels like a well-engineered product.
Andre Dutly, MD
Thoracic Surgeon, Switzerland
THORACIC
I perform most thoracic resections via a robotic approach. Since switching to AEON™, I have been very pleased with my results. I’ve had excellent outcomes from the standpoint of hemostasis and lung aerostasis, and I have complete trust in the Lexington stapler.
What’s impressed me is the technical assistance my team and I have gotten from Lexington. My AEON™ representative’s strong clinical knowledge and product expertise has allowed me to integrate many of AEON’s proprietary features in the OR, including the gear mechanism for a smoother, more controlled firing which is especially critical on the PA and PV, and the continuous angulation for better positioning around constricted lung anatomy.
Robert C. Fritz, MD, FACS
Thoracic Surgeon - Northside Hospital System, Atlanta, GA
BARIATRIC
We have seen excellent staple formation with the AEON endostapler. The unique dual firing gear allows for slow, controlled firing resulting in the best hemostasis I’ve seen and a low risk for post-operative complications for our patients.
Michel Gagner, MD, FRCS, FACS, FASMBS
Chief of Surgery at Westmount Square Surgery Center in Montreal, Canada. Professor of Surgery at Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine, IFU and a Senior Consultant at Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur
BARIATRIC
Prior to using AEON, we performed testing on excised stomach specimens to evaluate both staple formation and risk of leaks. The AEON consistently outperformed the other staplers and we quickly became very comfortable with the product.
Christopher Hart, MD, FACS
Medical Director at Atlanta General & Bariatric Surgery Center in Atlanta, GA. Bariatric Medical Director at Emory Johns Creek Hospital
GENERAL SURGERY
The staple line was gorgeous, very hemostatic. I was very pleased with how it turned out and can’t wait to continue to use it.
Yong Kwon, MD
Bariatric and General Surgeon at Roller Weight Loss & Advanced Surgery in Fayetteville, AR.
UROLOGY
I have been using the Lexington powered stapling system for approximately two years and have been highly satisfied with its performance across a range of laparoscopic procedures, including donor nephrectomies, nephrectomies for cancer, and cystectomies. The ability to deploy multiple staple cartridge sizes using a single handle provides valuable intraoperative flexibility and efficiency. In my experience, the device has delivered consistently reliable staple lines with excellent haemostasis, contributing to favourable surgical outcomes.
Professor Scott Leslie
Robotic Uro-Oncology Surgeon and Research Lead for Urology and Robotic Surgery at the RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, University of Sydney.
SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
What excites me about AEON™ is that it’s the first significant upgrade to stapling platforms I’ve seen in my many years of practice—something I’ve long hoped for. For surgeons who prioritize precision, this is the optimal stapling platform.
Shaun McKenzie, MD, FACS
Medical Director, Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists, Medical Director, Surgical Oncology, St. David’s Healthcare
BARIATRIC
The AEON endostapler works great. I and my three partners have been very satisfied with the clean, beautiful staple lines. Previously, I was frustrated by other companies for their yearly price increases with no real noteworthy product improvements.
James Redmann, MD, FACS
Bariatric Surgeon at Surgical Specialists of Louisiana in Covington, LA. Medical. Director at WhyWeight Clinic
BARIATRIC
This stapler will be a game-changer and bring stapling to a new level. The powered stapler is very ergonomic, lightweight, and extremely easy to use, all while producing an extremely hemostatic staple line.
Josh Roller, MD
Bariatric and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon at Roller Weight Loss & Advanced Surgery in Fayetteville, AR.
THORACIC
Using AEON™, I really liked having the confidence that I could use one stapler on gastric and esophageal tissue, as well as lung tissue and vessels all with the same handle, and with all the different reload options.
Dr. Gustavo E. Guajardo Salinas, MD
Thoracic Surgeon, Texas Oncology
HPB
In pancreatic surgery, our unit has seen a three-fold reduction in pancreatic leak rate for lateral/distal pancreatectomy, which has had a positive knock-on effect with a reduction in length-of-stay and morbidity of patients. We certainly consider it a superior product – the Rolls Royce for HPB surgeons.
Prof Aali Sheen, MD, FRCS
Consultant General and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon, at the Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK. Hon. Clinical Professor of Surgery, University of Manchester & Vis. Chair, Manchester Metropolitan University
BARIATRIC
It is very reassuring how Lexington has incorporated robotics and automation not only into manufacturing but also into the many quality checks to reduce human error. AEON’s gear allows for slow, controlled movement and more complete tissue compression. The result is in the hundreds of cases I’ve used Lexington, I haven’t had any stomach serosal splitting. We’ve been using staplers for 20 years and nobody thought to incorporate a gear. This invention translates into a huge clinical difference.
Prof Rishi Singhal, MD, FRCS
Consultant Bariatric & Upper GI Surgeon, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, University Hospital Birmingham, UK.
BARIATRIC
As an early adopter of the AEON endostapler, we’ve been fortunate to observe and be part of product evolution over a relatively short period of time. Namely, we have found the new dual firing gear allows for much smoother, easier firing in the thicker tissue of the stomach.
Greg Walton, MD, FACS
Bariatric Surgeon and MBS Director at Summit Medical Center in Oklahoma City, OK.Owner of WeightWise Bariatric Program
