Method for in vivo delivery of autonomous capsule
US6632171B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/22031
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for inserting an autonomous capsule into the G.I. tract includes use of an endoscope having a clamp and at least one retractable support for retaining the clamp. The capsule is engaged with the clamp and pushed to its desired position within the G.I. tract. The capsule is then disengaged by loosening the hold of the clamp on the capsule. The insertion of the capsule can be observed through an imaging unit placed within the endoscope.
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