•Proximal smoke evacuation may represent a new paradigm for surgical smoke management in minimally invasive surgery.

•By removing surgical smoke at its source, this technology improves visualization, enhances operative efficiency, reduces exposure to hazardous particles, and achieves a smoke-free environment.

•This device has received U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance and has demonstrated efficacy in real-world animal and human surgical procedures in Taiwan.

•The device is compatible with multiple laparoscopic energy instruments, including monopolar device, bipolar device, and ultrasonic scalpel. Investigators interested in participating in future clinical trials and studies are welcome to contact: sauronlai@ntuh.gov.tw