Method and apparatus for transmitting non-image information...

Details Method and apparatus for transmitting non-image information... Method and apparatus for transmitting non-image information...

2006-10-10

2006-10-10

Leubecker, John (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Endoscope

Having imaging and illumination means

Reexamination Certificate

active

07118529

ABSTRACT:
A device, system and method may enable the obtaining of in vivo information other than or in addition to images from for example within body lumens or cavities, such as temperature, pressure, or pH from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, where the data is typically transmitted or otherwise sent via an optical means to a receiving system.

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