Biopsy forceps device with transparent outer sheath
US7341564B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscopic biopsy device having an outer sheath that is transparent, at least along a portion thereof, to allow visualization of at least a portion of the inside of the device. A distal portion of the outer sheath may be relatively more opaque or relatively less reflective to avoid glare that may otherwise result due to the sheath reflecting light from the endoscopic light source.
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