Methods and devices for reducing reflection-illuminated artifacts
US8414480B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 21, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/00137
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure is generally directed towards methods and devices for reducing or eliminating reflection-illuminated artifacts. The methods and devices in several embodiments can include providing a transparent lens cover with a blocking member for reflecting or absorbing internally-reflected light. The lens cover can be attached at the distal end of an endoscope, cannula, and/or lumen in some embodiments. Alternatively, the lens cover can be a permanent part of the endoscope, lumen, and/or cannula.
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