Method for assembling an endoscope

Details Method for assembling an endoscope Method for assembling an endoscope

2005-08-18

2010-02-16

Leubecker, John P (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Endoscope

Having imaging and illumination means

C600S920000, C600S128000, C600S130000, C385S117000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07662096

ABSTRACT:
A method for assembling an endoscope with a first tubular channel for receiving image-transmitting components and with a second channel for receiving light guides. It is proposed to introduce the light guides first into a flexible tube and to introduce the unit made up of flexible tube and light guides into the second channel.

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