Endoscope with multiple image sensors
US11096560B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 22, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 24, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B23/2407
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable cover for use with an endoscope includes an elongated sheath having and having an open proximal end and a closed distal end. A channel extends along a central axis of the sheath from the open proximal end to the closed distal end, and the channel is configured to accommodate insertion of an endoscope. A proximal region of the sheath is formed as a rigid thin-wall sleeve and a distal region of the sheath is formed as a flexible thin-wall sleeve. The flexible thin-wall sleeve is configured to allow deflection of said distal region in cooperation with an articulating distal end of an endoscope.
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