Optical surgical device for examining genitourinary tissue
US5823940A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 7, 1996 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2217/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical surgical device includes a detachable, disposable semi-flexible sheath for insertion into a patient's body. The sheath is provided with plurality of channels. One of the channels receives an endoscope for optical examination of an operative site within the patient. The remaining channels may be used for suction, drainage or irrigation of the operative site. The disposable sheath provides a significant improvement in the efficiency and sterility of internal surgical procedures.
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