Otoscope providing multi-directional illumination
US11026569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/00103
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An otoscope provides a disposable speculum sleeve that conducts light to a narrow tip holding an electronic camera. By removing the light source from the tip, the diameter of the tip may be further reduced to allow the space of the ear canal to be shared between the otoscope and a tool such as a curette for removing foreign objects or to permit the tip to navigate around ear obstructions. The sleeve may provide for multidirectional illumination of the ear structure for improved visualization. The tip and sleeve may be flexible for increased patient comfort when using a compact tip design.
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