Apparatus and method for simulated insertion and positioning of guidewares and other interventional devices
US8439687B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B23/285
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods useable for simulated insertion and positioning of medical or surgical devices. The apparatus generally comprises a substantially flat structure having simulated body openings, anatomical passageways, anatomical structures and anatomical cavities formed therein. One or more windows (e.g., a transparent top panel or cover) allows the operator to observe the movement or positioning of the medical or surgical device.
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