Track for medical devices

Details Track for medical devices Track for medical devices

2005-05-13

2009-11-10

Leubecker, John P (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Endoscope

With tool carried on endoscope or auxillary channel therefore

C600S123000, C600S153000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07615003

ABSTRACT:
A medical apparatus and method useful for positioning one or more members within the gastro-intestinal tract is disclosed. The medical apparatus can include a track supported on a sheath sized to receive an endoscope, and a carrier slidable with respect to the track. A feeding tube accessory adapted to slidably engage the carrier is disclosed.

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