Endoscope with multifunctional extendible arms and endoscopic instrument with integrated image capture for use therewith
US9717399B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0233
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endoscope and methods of use thereof are provided, which includes at least one multi-functional extending arm supporting a plurality of imaging, lighting and other sensory elements. The arms provide a mounting platform upon which cameras, lights and sensors may be mounted to generate multiple-angled images and video, arena-like lighting and other data for performing a minimally-invasive surgical (MIS) procedure. The arms may be inserted through a single portal in the endoscope and extended outward in multiple directions from the single portal once inserted into a body cavity. The endoscope may also include support arms which support the extending arms within the body cavity and a stabilization plate which anchors the endoscope to an external surface of the body. An endoscopic tool with optical, lighting and other sensors integrated into a functional end is also provided.
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