Automated endoscope for optimal positioning
US5754741A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 19, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S706/924
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A robotic system that moves a surgical instrument in response to the actuation of a foot pedal that can be operated by the foot of a surgeon. The robotic system has an end effector that is adapted to hold a surgical instrument such as an endoscope. The end effector is coupled to a robotic arm assembly which can move the endoscope relative to the patient. The system includes a computer which controls the movement of the robotic arm in response to input signals received from the foot pedal.
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