Endoscopic translumenal surgical systems
US8551058B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3441
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices are provided herein for translumenal access to a treatment site within a body cavity. In general, the devices include an elongate sleeve configured to provide access to a treatment site wherein various portions of the sleeve are associated with an anti-microbial agent. Additionally, the anti-microbial agent(s) can be disposed within a housing and/or inner lumen of the sleeve such that surgical instruments passing therethrough can be sterilized en route to and/or being withdrawn from the treatment site. Additionally, various methods are also provided herein for maintaining the sterility of a treatment site.
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