Robotized laparoscopic system
US7435216B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B90/361
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A robotized laparoscopic system capable of executing commands of an operating surgeon is provided. The laparoscopic system includes a cylindrical tube inserted through an incision. A small-sized camera is attached to one end of the tube to capture the images of the surgical site. A bending portion is adapted to bend the tip of the tube in any direction. A driving unit controls a bending direction and a bending angle of the bending portion. A movement device moves the tube forward or backward in a longitudinal direction. A control unit independently controls the driving unit and the movement device. An input unit receives commands from the surgeon. A conversion unit converts the command input from the surgeon into digital signals and transmits the digital signals to the control unit. A support unit supports the weight of the movement device by being connected to an operating table or the floor.
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