Endoscope with integrated attachment mechanisms and methods of use
US11478130B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2217/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Some implementations of the disclosure relate to an endoscope, comprising: a shaft comprising: a distal end; and a proximal end comprising a rigid attachment segment configured to be removably coupled to an adapter or instrument, a surface of the rigid attachment segment comprising: a groove and a section adjacent the groove, the section protruding relative to the groove and comprising a recessed indentation or protrusion; and a housing coupled to the shaft. The surface of the rigid attachment segment may include multiple grooves and multiple sections alternating along the longitudinal length of the rigid attachment segment; each of the sections protrudes relative to the grooves and comprises a recessed indentation or protrusion; and the multiple sections and the multiple grooves are configured such that the instrument or the adapter can be coupled to the endoscope in a plurality of lengthwise positions.
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