Devices and methods to prevent inadvertent motion of dynamically rigidizing apparatuses
US12121677B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described herein are rigidizing apparatuses (e.g., rigidizing apparatuses, and systems including one or more rigidizing apparatus, including, but not limited to overtubes) that are configured to prevent harm or damage to a patient when rigidized.
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