Multi-directionally guided endoscope
US12390094B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0147
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multi-directionally guided endoscope includes an endoscope body. The endoscope body is connected to a catheter. At least four pulling wires are evenly distributed in the endoscope body. One ends of the pulling wires are connected to an end of the catheter away from the endoscope body. The pulling wires are respectively fixed to pulling mechanisms. The pulling mechanisms are respectively sleeved on guide rods. The guide rods are fixed in the endoscope body. The endoscope body is provided with a plurality of elongated grooves. One ends of the pulling mechanisms respectively extend from the elongated grooves. The multi-directionally guided endoscope is provided with pulling mechanisms that are simple in structure, convenient to operate, and accurate and stable to pull.
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