Endoscopic scope device with a sensor
US12016529B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0271
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A scope system includes a processor and a scope device. The scope device includes a handle configured to remain outside of the body and an elongated shaft extending from the handle to a distal tip and including a working channel extending therethrough. The working channel is open at the distal tip of the shaft. The shaft is inserted through a bodily lumen to a target surgical site. The shaft includes at least one sensor transmitting to the processor sensor data relating to the target surgical site.
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