Methods and devices for controlling a shapeable medical device
US10143360B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0147
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods are described herein that improve control of a shapeable or steerable instrument using shape data. Additional methods include preparing a robotic medical system for use with a shapeable instrument and controlling advancement of a shapeable medical device within an anatomic path. Also described herein are methods for altering a data model of an anatomical region.
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