In-vivo extendable element device and system, and method of use

Details In-vivo extendable element device and system, and method of use In-vivo extendable element device and system, and method of use

2005-08-30

2005-08-30

Flanagan, Beverly M. (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Endoscope

With guide means for body insertion

C600S109000, C600S118000, C600S101000, C600S115000, C600S117000, C600S160000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06936003

ABSTRACT:
An in-vivo device, such as an autonomous imager or other suitable in-vivo device, includes a moveable arm, extendible element, or proboscis. The in-vivo device may include sensors, such as imagers, etc. The device may transmit sensing information via, for example, wireless transmission, or wired transmission.

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