Method for insertion of an endoscope into the colon
US6855107B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 15, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/07
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for inserting an endoscope into the colon of a patient includes providing a generally rigid insert having proximal and distal ends and having a curved channel passing therethrough with a lateral opening at the distal end. The insert is inserted into the patient's rectum so that the distal end is in proximity to the sigmoid flexure of the colon. The endoscope is then passed through the channel and into the sigmoid colon.
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