Endoscopic stabilization device and method of use
US6471644B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 29, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2944
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscopic stabilization device is provided. The device includes first and second support elements positioned opposite each other, a plurality of linkages, each linkage including a first end portion attached to the first support element and a second end portion attached to the second support element; and a cable operatively attached to the linkages at a first end to allow a user to pull a second end of the cable to move the first support element in a direction away from the second support element. Methods of using the device to stabilize and immobilize components in the body are also provided.
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