Capsule endoscope having a self-cleaning surface and method of using the same
US10517466B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/0661
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention discloses a capsule endoscope and a method to prevent the capsule from being covered by a residue or mucous in a patient's digestive tract. The capsule endoscope comprises an improved surface, preventing a residue or mucous to adhere onto the surface of the capsule, and in the unlikely event that a residue or a mucous is collected by the capsule the improved surface can allow an easy and successful clean before an image is taken.
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