Integrated endoscope and accessory treatment device
US8206284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 16, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/306
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An integrated endoscope and accessory treatment device is provided. The device employs a medical treatment device at its distal end that is combined with the endoscope as a complete system. The treatment device is controlled by integrated elements at the proximal end of the endoscope. The treatment devices may include tissue apposition devices, tissue cutting devices, forceps and others.
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