Imaging apparatus and method which utilizes multidirectional field of view endoscopy
US11452433B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/00029
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Exemplary apparatus for coupling to a probe and providing information regarding at least one structure can be provided. For example, the apparatus can include an electronics arrangement which is configured to obtain the information and transmit the information wirelessly, and a structural connection configuration which is structured and configured to be attached to the probe. The electronics arrangement can include a detector arrangement which is configured to detect at least one return radiation from at least one portion of at least one sample based on the predetermined patterns, and provide the data for the portion(s) based on the return radiation(s). In addition, a computer arrangement can be provided which is configured to generate the information with includes image data for the portion(s) as a function of the data and prior knowledge of the predetermined patterns.
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