Method and apparatus for performing minimally invasive surgical procedures
US6699177B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10L15/26
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for performing minimally invasive medical procedures. This system includes one or more robotic arms that can be attached to the operating table. The robotic arms can be controlled by input devices such as handles and a foot pedal to perform a minimally medical procedure.
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