Device and method to display the angle of view endoscopically when using a multi-angle endoscope
US9198559B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/00096
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscope comprises an elongate shaft assembly, a window, a viewing angle adjustment assembly, and an indicator feature. The window is located at the distal end of the shaft assembly. The shaft assembly is configured to transmit a view acquired through the window. The viewing angle adjustment assembly is operable to selectively change a viewing angle associated with the window. The indicator feature is positioned to be visible within a view acquired through the window. The indicator feature is configured to indicate the viewing angle associated with the window.
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