Endoscope assembly with retroscope
US8235887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 23, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscope includes an insertion tube having a distal end and an imaging device with a steerable extension. The proximal end of the extension is attached to the distal end of the insertion tube. An endoscope includes an insertion tube having a distal end region and a rear-viewing imaging device at least partially disposed inside the distal end region. An endoscope includes an insertion tube having a distal end cap, an imaging device, and a link that couples the imaging device to the distal end cap of the insertion tube.
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