Hysteroscopic system
US9155454B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2217/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hysteroscopy system includes a scope having an internal channel, a sheath removably coupled to the scope, and an outflow channel. The sheath has a distal flange extending internally towards an outer surface of the scope. The outflow channel is formed between an inner surface of the sheath and an outer surface of the scope. The distal flange forms a distal end of the outflow channel and is generally located between the scope and the sheath.
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