Endoscope having elevation and azimuth control of camera

Details Endoscope having elevation and azimuth control of camera Endoscope having elevation and azimuth control of camera

1998-04-23

1999-12-28

Leubecker, John P.

Surgery

Endoscope

Having imaging and illumination means

600122, 600129, 600138, A61B 105

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active

060074841

ABSTRACT:
A surgical/diagnostic imaging device for use in interabdominal, interthoracic, and other surgical and diagnostic procedures includes an image sensor pivotally mounted at the distal end of a support. In use, the image sensor and support are contained within a disposable sterile sheath, and the distal portion of the sheath is inserted into the patient through an incision. The imaging device includes actuators to move the image sensor in elevation and azimuth.

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