Robotically guided catheter

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2004-02-23

2011-10-25

Casler, Brian (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S407000, C700S245000, C901S030000, C604S528000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08046049

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus is provided for use with a steerable catheter that includes a thumb control adapted to control a deflection of a distal tip of the catheter. The apparatus includes a robot, including an end-effector, adapted to be coupled to the thumb control, and a controller, adapted to drive the end-effector to deflect the distal tip by manipulating the thumb control.

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