Suction catheter with brush and method of use for lens cleaning
US10842368B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2209/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for cleaning the lens of a visualization device integrated into a ventilation tube positioned inside a patient, wherein the tube comprises a ventilation lumen and the lens is positioned proximal to the distal end of the ventilation lumen, the method comprising providing a suction catheter comprising a brush at its distal end; positioning the catheter inside the ventilation lumen such that the brush protrudes from the distal end of the ventilation lumen; and manipulating the catheter at its proximal end to cause the brush to make contact with the lens in order to clean the lens.
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