Endoscope cap connector and method of using same
US7488286B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 26, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/121
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An appliance is provided for connecting the water-tight cap of an endoscope using the distal end of the appliance to connect the water-tight cap over a venting pin connector to the proximal body of the endoscope or bronchoscope over the “S” connector by the proximal end of the appliance. In one version of the invention, one end of the appliance is connected to the “S” connector of the proximal body of the endoscope, as described in detail herein. In another version of the invention, one end of the appliance is wrapped around the proximal body of the endoscope, as described in detail herein. The invention also includes methods of operating the appliance.
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