Surgery – Instruments
Reexamination Certificate
2003-01-15
2009-12-29
Woo, Julian W (Department: 3773)
Surgery
Instruments
C600S104000, C600S142000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07637905
ABSTRACT:
Systems, devices and methods are provided for endoscopic procedures involving tissue manipulations beyond the capabilities of traditional endoscopic instruments. Embodiments of the systems include an elongated main body having a scope therethrough and at least one steerable tool arm which extends from the distal end of the main body. In preferred embodiments, the system includes two tool arms, each arm steerable to form a curve laterally outward which then bends laterally inward so that the arms form an angular shape. In addition, end effectors extend from the distal ends of each tool arm for use in manipulation of tissue. The angular shape brings the end effectors together in view of the scope for cooperative movements which are continuously visible by the surgeon. In addition, the tool arms may be steerable in any additional direction and may be rotatable to allow grasping, elevation and more complex manipulation of tissue.
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Chen Eugene G.
Ewers Richard C.
Miller David
Saadat Vahid
Fowler Charles C.
Levine Bagade Han LLP
USGI Medical Inc.
Woo Julian W
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