Transparent dilator device and method of use

Details Transparent dilator device and method of use Transparent dilator device and method of use

2007-12-18

2007-12-18

Nguyen, Anhtuan T. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Blunt dissectors

Reexamination Certificate

active

10324597

ABSTRACT:
A medical device for use with an endoscope is provided. The medical device can include a tube with a first channel for receiving the endoscope. A transparent segment can extend from the distal end of the tube, and the transparent segment can have a first outer diameter sized for providing dilation of a portion of a body lumen. The medical device can also include a tapered tip attached to the distal end of the transparent segment that narrows from the first outer diameter to a distal terminating end. The endoscope is used to view the body lumen through the medical device while in use to dilate a stricture under direct visualization.

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