Method for using variable direction of view endoscopy in...

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2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Smith, Philip R (Department: 3779)

Surgery

Endoscope

With monitoring of components or view field

C600S117000, C600S173000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07967742

ABSTRACT:
A method for a variable direction of view endoscope used in combination with an image guided surgical system to provide new diagnostic and surgical capabilities. The method provides the following capabilities: greatly improved endoscopic orientation capabilities, global monitoring of endoscopic viewing direction, and greatly improved surgical approach and procedure planning.

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