Track for medical devices
US7615003B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00278
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical apparatus and method useful for positioning one or more members within the gastro-intestinal tract is disclosed. The medical apparatus can include a track supported on a sheath sized to receive an endoscope, and a carrier slidable with respect to the track. A feeding tube accessory adapted to slidably engage the carrier is disclosed.
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