Apparatus and methods for achieving endoluminal access
US7955253B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/31
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and apparatus for pleating at least a portion of a patient's body lumen, such as the colon. Pleating is achieved via relative motion between an endoscope and a flexible conduit having an engagement element configured to reversibly engage the body lumen.
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