System and method for influencing an anatomical structure
US9931108B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A relocation system for influencing an anatomical structure in relation to an internal surgical site. The system is composed of an elongated member constructed and arranged for insertion into a patient. The elongated member is composed of a plurality of segments interconnected by a plurality of control lines. The plurality of segments having one or more straight segments, one or more deflection segments, which are used to shape and steer the elongated member upon manipulation of at least one of the control lines. This causes the elongated member to deform into any desired shape capable of influencing the anatomical structure.
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