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VERBINDUNGSSYSTEME FÜR EIN CHIRURGISCHES INSTRUMENT

Ein beispielhaftes Verbindungssystem umfasst eine Steckeranordnung und eine Empfängeranordnung. Die Steckeranordnung umfasst ein hermetisch abgedichtetes Gehäuse,eine erste HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung in dem Gehäuse, die kommunikativ mit einem chirurgischen Instrument gekoppelt ist, und eine erste Induktionsspule in dem Gehäuse, die mit dem chirurgischen Instrument elektrisch gekoppelt ist. Die Empfängeranordnung umfasst eine zweite HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung, die kommunikativ mit einer Steuerung des chirurgischen Instruments gekoppelt ist, eine zweite Induktionsspule, die elektrisch mit einer Stromquelle gekoppelt ist undeine Buchse, die zur Aufnahme der Steckeranordnung konfiguriert ist, so dass die erste HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung auf die zweite HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung ausgerichtet ist,die erste Induktionsspule auf die zweite Induktionsspule ausgerichtet ist, die erste HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung drahtlos mit der zweiten HF-Kommunikationsvorrichtung kommunizieren kann, und ...

ABNEHMBARES ENDOSKOP

Die vorliegende Erfindung stellt ein abnehmbares Endoskop, umfassend eine Einführungseinheit, eine Operationseinheit, und eine abnehmbare Einheit, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die abnehmbare Einheit umfasst: ein erstes abnehmbares Modul; und ein zweites abnehmbares Modul, dass das erste abnehmbare Modul umfasst: einen ersten Modulhauptkörper, der erste, zweite, dritte und vierte geradlinige Führungsdurchgangsbohrungen aufweist, die durchdringend in Längsrichtung darin ausgebildet sind, und eine zentrale Öffnung, die durchdringend in einer Mitte des Hauptkörpers in einer Dickenrichtung des Hauptkörpers derart ausgebildet ist, dass sie strömungsmäßig mit den ersten, zweiten, dritten und vierten Führungsdurchgangsbohrungen in Verbindung steht; eine erste, zweite, dritte und vierte Zahnstange, die gleitend in der ersten, zweiten, dritten und vierten geradlinigen Führungsdurchgangsbohrung derart montiert sind, dass sie an ihren einen Enden entsprechend mit den jeweiligen einen Enden eines ersten ...

ENDOSKOP UND SEIN HERSTELLUNGSVERFAHREN

Medico-surgical assemblies and means

Tethered laparoscopic probe

Improvements in illuminated surgical instruments

... 896,477. Surgical optical devices. WISBEY, J. W. Oct. 16, 1959, No. 35086/59. Class 81 (2). [Also in Groups XXXVI and XXXVII] A surgical illuminating device comprises body and handle parts B, A which are detachably connected by means forming a switch and including, on one part, a terminal rod 10 and a coaxial metal collar 8, having an insulating plug 13 with a depression and a circumferential groove 11 which extends across the plug and, on the other part, a socket 6 which engages the rod and a terminal projection 4 which engages the groove, the parts being relatively rotatable so that the projection either contacts the metal collar or is located releasably in the plug depression. The socket 6 is mounted in an insulating sleeve 2 of the handle and is connected to one wire of a twin flex 5. The projection 4 is carried by a tongue 3 which is tightly held in a longitudinal peripheral groove of the sleeve by the handle casing, and is connected to the other wire of the twin flex. After the head ...

ELECTRICAL PLUG MECHANISM WITH INTEGRATED HYDRAULIC/PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS

ENDOSCOPE.

CONNECTION DEVICE FOR ENDOSCOPE.

Laparoscope system

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

Device for resecting an organ in a cavity of a body

The present invention relates to devices for resecting an organ in a cavity of a living body, in particular of a human being. The device according to the invention is essentially characterized in that it comprises a guide (10) composed of at least a tube (21) and a tube (22), both of them cylindrical, the tube (22) being mounted in the first tube (21); at least one electrical conductor surrounded by a sheath (33, 34) made of an electrically insulating material, the tube (21) being a cylinder of revolution with an inner radius of value R1, the tube (22) comprising a part (221) which is a cylinder of revolution with an outer radius of value R2 less than R1 and with an angle at the centre of a value Ac, and a part (222) which is not a cylinder of revolution and has an angle at the centre of value "360° - Ac"; the insulated conductor (31, 32) being mounted in contact with the part (222) of the tube (22), between the outer wall of this tube (22) and the inner wall of the tube (21); and means ...

Surgical camera assemblies and systems

SURGICAL CAMERA ASSEMBLIES AND SYSTEMS CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION A surgical camera assembly (10) includes a camera member (30) and a receptacle member (20). The camera member (30) includes a camera head (34) and a shaft (31). The shaft (31) includes at least one electrical contact (33) positioned towards a free end thereof. The at least one electrical contact (33) is electrically coupled to the camera head (34). The receptacle member (20) is configured to releasably receive the free end of the shaft (31) and includes at least one electrical contact (33) that is configured to electrically coupled to the at least one electrical contact (33) of the shaft (31) to establish electrical communication between the camera head (34) and the receptacle member (20) when the free end of the shaft (31) is received within the receptacle member (20). 21 a 21 21 b 27,1 ...

Endotracheal tube insertion device

An endotracheal tube insertion device includes an insertion member, a flexible optical assembly member movably mounted to the insertion member, an endotracheal tube, and an endotracheal tube attachment member attached to the insertion member and configured to receive and retain the endotracheal tube.

A REUSABLE MINIATURE CAMERA HEAD

DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATIC DETECTION OF SURGICAL INSTRU MENTS

In relation to the automatic detection of surgical instruments in respect of their type and their location, the invention provides a detection system having at least two surgical instruments, which each have at least one cavity extending along a longitudinal axis of the instrument and a proximal entry region to the cavity, wherein an angle of the proximal entry region in relation to the longitudinal extent of the cavity is different in the at least two instruments, having a sensor unit with two electromagnetic sensors that is insertable into the cavity, one sensor thereof being arranged extending axially in the cavity, the other sensor thereof being arranged in the entry region, having a field generator for producing an electromagnetic field, and having an evaluation unit for evaluating signals transmitted to the evaluation unit from the sensors according to their position in the field of the field generator.

ENDOBRONCHIAL TUBE

An endobronchial tube comprising at least two lumens of different lengths for selectively associating with a patient about at least two locations relative to the Tracheal Carina. said tube comprising: a first lumen having an open distal end that associates proximally to the Carina within the Trachea, with a first inflatable cuff; a second lumen having an open distal end that extends distally, past the Carina and associates within one of the Left Bronchial branch and Right Bronchial branch with a second inflatable cuff; a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen, the dedicated image sensor lumen comprising an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent to the distal end of said first lumen, and configured to provide an image of the Tracheal bifurcation of the Tracheal Carina, the openings of the Left Bronchial branch, and the opening Right Bronchial branch; and at least one dedicated cleaning lumen disposed parallel with said dedicated image sensor ...

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

Optical sensor assembly and method of making and using same.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine optische Sensoranordnung (10), welche insbesondere in einem Endoskop eingesetzt wird. Das Endoskop und die optische Sensoranordnung (10) werden durch eine Vielzahl, (mindestens zwei), von elektrischen Leitern in Form eines Kabels verbunden, wobei die optische Sensoranordnung (10) direkt, d.h. ohne Verwendung einer elektrischen Leiterplatte, auf die elektrischen Leiter aufgebracht wird. Dazu werden die elektrischen Anschlüsse in der optischen Sensoranordnung (10) als eindimensionale Matrize ausgebildet. Die Erfindung betrifft auch ein Verfahren zum Herstellen einer solchen optischen Sensoranordnung (10), insbesondere zum Einsatz in einem Endoskop, mit einer distalen Seite und einer proximalen Seite, bei der eine elektrische Verbindung zwischen der distalen Seite und der proximalen Seite besteht und in welcher die optische Sensoranordnung direkt auf den elektrischen Leiter dieser Verbindung aufgebracht wird.

Optical sensor arrangement and procedure for the production as well as application of the same.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine optische Sensoranordnung (10), welche insbesondere in einem Endoskop eingesetzt wird. Das Endoskop und die optische Sensoranordnung (10) werden durch eine Vielzahl von elektrischen Leitern verbunden, wobei die optische Sensoranordnung (10) direkt, d.h. ohne Verwendung einer elektrischen Leiterplatte, auf die elektrischen Leiter aufgebracht wird. Dazu werden die elektrischen Anschlüsse der optischen Sensoranordnung (10) als eindimensionale Matrix ausgebildet. Die Erfindung betrifft auch ein Verfahren zum Herstellen einer optischen Sensoranordnung (10) insbesondere zum Einsatz in einem Endoskop mit einer distalen Seite und einer proximalen Seite, bei der eine elektrische Verbindung zwischen der distalen Seite und der proximalen Seite besteht und in welcher die optische Sensoranordnung direkt auf den elektrischen Leiter aufgebracht wird. Die Anwendung einer erfindungsgemässen optischen Sensoranordnung (10) in einem Endoskop für den dentalmedizinischen Bereich ist ...

Medizinische Vorrichtung zur Durchführung eines Papanicolaou-Tests (PAP-Tests).

Es wird eine medizinische Vorrichtung zum Durchführen von Papanicolaou-Tests (PAP-Tests) offenbart. Die Vorrichtung weist eine Schutzführung (102), eine endoskopische Vorrichtung, eine Zellentnahmevorrichtung (124) und eine Computervorrichtung (106) auf. Die Schutzführung weist eine obere Kammer (122) und eine untere Kammer (120) auf. Das Endoskop weist eine Kamera und eine lichtemittierende Vorrichtungsanordnung auf. Das Endoskop ist innerhalb der oberen Kammer sicher angeordnet. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung weist an einem Ende einen Griff (126) auf und am anderen Ende ist eine Bürste angebracht. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung ist innerhalb der unteren Kammer verschiebbar angeordnet. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung ist nach aussen verschiebbar ausgebildet, um die Bürste um die Zervix der Benutzerin herum zu positionieren, wodurch bequem eine Zervixzellprobe genommen werden kann. Die Computervorrichtung steht mit der Endoskopvorrichtung in Kommunikationsverbindung und ist dazu eingerichtet, die ...

Medizinische Vorrichtung zur Durchführung eines Papanicolaou-Tests (PAP-Tests).

Es wird eine medizinische Vorrichtung zum Durchführen von Papanicolaou-Tests (PAPTests) offenbart. Die Vorrichtung weist eine Schutzführung (102), eine endoskopische Vorrichtung, eine Zellentnahmevorrichtung (124) und eine Computervorrichtung (106) auf. Die Schutzführung weist eine obere Kammer (122) und eine untere Kammer (120) auf. Das Endoskop weist eine Kamera und eine lichtemittierende Vorrichtungsanordnung auf. Das Endoskop ist innerhalb der oberen Kammer sicher angeordnet. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung weist an einem Ende einen Griff (126) auf und am anderen Ende ist eine Bürste angebracht. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung ist innerhalb der unteren Kammer verschiebbar angeordnet. Die Zellentnahmevorrichtung ist nach aussen verschiebbar ausgebildet, um die Bürste um die Zervix der Benutzerin herum zu positionieren, wodurch bequem eine Zervixzellprobe genommen werden kann. Die Computervorrichtung steht mit der Endoskopvorrichtung in Kommunikationsverbindung und ist dazu eingerichtet, die ...

HAND HELD SCOPE VIDEO SYSTEM WITH INTERNAL VIDEO PROCESSOR

L'invention concerne une caméra vidéo (10) conçue notamment pour être utilisée avec des endoscopes, et qui comprend un boîtier (12) destiné à être fixé amovible sur un instrument d'examen (16). A l'intérieur du boîtier (12) on a monté un dispositif de prise d'images (28) destiné à recevoir une entrée optique à partir de l'endoscope (16) et à créer des signaux électriques d'après l'entrée optique. Ces signaux sont communiqués à une unité caméra (30) laquelle est également montée dans le boîtier (12). Cette unité (30) convertit les signaux en un signal d'affichage destiné à être affiché sur un écran (20). On a monté au moins une touche de commande de fonction (401-d) sur le boîtier (12), cette touche étant connectée électriquement à la caméra (30) aux fins de commande de fonctions intérieures ou extérieures.

AN ADAPTER FOR A MULTI-STAGE CONSOLE CONNECTOR

A medical device includes an instrument connector. The instrument connector includes a main body and a coupler fixedly attached to the mail body. The main body includes a first interface for a first operational channel for the medical device. The coupler is configured to receive a portion of a cable assembly including a second interface for a second operational channel for the medical device. 115-. (canceled)16. A medical device comprising: a main body including a first interface for a first operational channel for the medical device; and', 'a coupler fixedly attached to the main body, the coupler configured to releasably receive a portion of a cable assembly including a second interface for a second operational channel for the medical device., 'an instrument connector configured to be mated with a mating connector, the instrument connector comprising171. The medical device of claim , further comprising:the cable assembly including the second interface; andan additional cable assembly attached to the first interface of the main body.182. The medical device of claim , the coupler comprising a locking mechanism:wherein upon passing the portion of the cable assembly through the coupler, the locking mechanism engages the cable assembly; andwherein upon engagement of the cable assembly by the locking mechanism, the instrument connector comprises the first interface for the first operation channel and the second interface for the second operation channel, wherein the first interface and the second interface are configured to be mated with the mating connector.193. The medical device of claim , wherein the locking mechanism comprises a gate lock.201. The medical device of claim , wherein:the first operational channel comprises an electrical pathway;the second operation channel comprises an optical channel; andthe cable assembly includes one or more fiber optic elements.215. The medical device of claim , wherein the one or more fiber optic elements are configured to convey ...

Apparatus for vaginal penetration of animals comprising a viewing system, in particular for locating the cervix of the uterus

An appliance for vaginal penetration includes a grip, the appliance being designed to receive a working tool, especially an insemination gun that passes through the grip. A guiding tube extends the grip in order to form a compact assembly, the guiding tube being designed so as to receive the front tip of the working tool therein and receiving a video viewing device such as an endoscopy-type tube including a lighting element on the front end thereof, the appliance for vaginal penetration including an electronic cell receiving the video images, provided with a device for transmitting images to a remote screen.

Observation system

An observation system is provided with: an observation unit having an image information obtaining device that obtains image information of an observation target, an image signal processing device that performs image signal processing of image information obtained by the image information obtaining device, and a transmission device that transmits an image signal from after the image signal processing has been carried out, to the outside; and a holding device that detachably holds one or a plurality of the observation units.

In Vivo Capsule Device with Electrodes

A capsule endoscopic device with movement control is disclosed. The capsule endoscopic device comprises a capsule housing, one or more electrodes disposed fixedly through the capsule housing, a signal generation/signal driver unit, an interface circuit and a switch module. The electrodes apply electrical stimulus to living body tissue in a patient's gastrointestinal track. The signal generation/signal driver unit generates the electrical stimulus for the electrodes. The switch module is coupled to the electrodes, the signal generation/signal driver unit and the interface circuit. Furthermore, the switch module is configured to connect the electrodes to the signal generation/signal driver unit or the interface circuit depending on an operation mode. The switch module, the signal generation/signal driver unit and the interface circuit are inside the capsule housing ...

HERMETICALLY SEALED ENDOSCOPE WITH OPTICAL COMPONENT ATTACHED TO INNER PROTECTIVE WINDOW

In one embodiment, an endoscopic camera for a robotic surgical system includes a stereo camera module mounted to a robotic arm of a patient side cart. The optical and electro-optic components of the camera module are hermetically sealed within a first housing. Signals from an electro-optic component travel through traces in a ceramic substrate forming one side of the hermetically sealed first housing. A second housing surrounds the first housing and optical fibers are dispersed between the housings to provide lighting in a body cavity. The camera module may be sterilized by an autoclave.

Connector

A connector includes an electric cable, an electric connecting portion that includes a case body in a rectangular shape and a circuit board, and has, on the circuit board, a line connecting portion electrically connected to a line of the electric cable, and a cable fixing portion to which the electric cable is fixed, a flat-type connector case that has a housing space housing the electric connecting portion and the electric cable, an opening in which the case body is integrally mounted, and an extension hole from which the electric cable is extended into the housing space, and is fixed to an intermediate portion of the electric cable, and a slide member that is slidably disposed in the housing space, and includes, on one surface side, a cable bending shape defining portion that defines a bending shape of the electric cable which is housed in the housing space.

CAPSULE ENDOSCOPIC DOCKING SYSTEM

A capsule endoscopic system is disclosed, wherein the system comprises a capsule endoscope, a docking station, second circuits and contact means to cause the second circuits connected to first circuits inside the capsule endoscope when the capsule endoscope is docked in the docking station in a first rotational orientation and in a second rotational orientation. The capsule endoscope comprises a capsule housing, the first circuits, and first contacts disposed fixedly on or through the capsule housing, wherein the first contacts are connected to the first circuits. The docking station comprises one or more second contacts. The docking station also includes a docking bay to receive the capsule endoscope. The second contacts are configured to contact the first contacts and to cause the first circuits to connect to the second circuits when the capsule endoscope is docked in the first rotational orientation and the second rotational orientation.

Disposable Integrated Endoscope

A disposable integrated endoscope integrates two light-emitting diodes (LED) and two CMOS image sensors on the front end of the endoscope, which not only can avoid the use of expensive light-guide prisms, be made as a relatively inexpensive and disposable integrated endoscope, but also provide a clearer 3D image of the internal tissues or organs of human body by means of the light emitted by the LEDs. In addition, by furnishing a heat dissipation structure having a heat-pipe at the front end of the endoscope, the high heat generated by the image sensors at the front end of the endoscope can be quickly dissipated to the rear end of the endoscope to achieve a good heat dissipation effect, so as to avoid scalding human tissues due to the temperature of the front end of the endoscope reaches 48° C. or above. 1. A disposable integrated endoscope comprising: a hollow outer tube, extending a first length along a first direction and having a front end opening and a rear end opening;', 'at least one image sensor, located in the outer tube and adjacent to the front end opening; said image sensor being able to capture images of an object outside the front end opening and generate image signals accordingly;', 'at least one light-supplying component, located in the outer tube and adjacent to the image sensor near the front end opening; said light-supplying component being able to emit light to illuminate the object located outside the front end opening;', 'a flexible circuit board, shaped like an elongated thin strip and received inside the outer tube; a front end of the flexible circuit board being electrically connected to the at least one image sensor; a rear end of the flexible circuit board extending along the first direction and extending out of the rear end opening of the outer tube; and', 'a heat-pipe, accommodated in the outer tube and extending along the first direction for a second length; a front end of the heat-pipe being close to the at least one image sensor and ...

METHOD OF OPERATING CONNECTOR UNIT OF ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM, AND ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM

A method of operating a connector unit of an endoscope system, the method including engaging a first engagement portion of a first connector with a second engagement portion of a second connector to electrically connect a first wire to a third wire via a second wire, electrically disconnecting the first wire and the second wire, and detaching the first engagement portion from the second engagement portion. The first connector includes the first wire electrically connected to the second wire. The second connector includes the third wire.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR WITH A QUICK RELEASE MECHANISM FOR A GUIDE WIRE ROUTING SIGNALS FROM A SENSOR LOCATED INSIDE A HUMAN BODY

IMAGING APPARATUS

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an imaging apparatus arranged so that the compaction of a package section can be achieved while preventing the mutual contact of electronic components mounted to an FPC and joints of lead wires, and assembling performance can be enhanced by making the electronic component not to be removed from the FPC easily. SOLUTION: The imaging apparatus comprises a solid-state image sensor chip 32, an FPC 43 having a terminal connected with the solid-state image sensor chip 32, and a plurality of electronic components 70, 71 and 72 mounted on the surface 43i of the FPC 43, wherein the FPCs 43 are arranged while being so folded that mounting surfaces of the plurality of electronic components 70, 71 and 72 constitute a plurality of layers in the rear of the backside 32h of the solid-state image sensor chip 32, and the electronic components 70, 71 and 72 are superimposed through the FPC 43. COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT ...

САМОАУТЕНТИФИЦИРУЮЩЕЕСЯ ВНУТРИСОСУДИСТОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО И СВЯЗАННЫЕ УСТРОЙСТВА, СИСТЕМЫ И СПОСОБЫ

Группа изобретений относится к медицинской технике, а именно к способу авторизации одноразового внутрисосудистого устройства, внутрисосудистому устройству и внутрисосудистой системе. Способ включает определение, имеет ли внутрисосудистое устройство связь с клинической системой. В способе осуществляют выполнение, с помощью обрабатывающего компонента внутрисосудистого устройства, логической процедуры аутентификации для определения, авторизовано ли внутрисосудистое устройство для клинической работы. Логическую процедуру аутентификации выполняют в ответ на определение, что внутрисосудистое устройство имеет связь с клинической системой и без предоставления клинической системе доступа к данным внутрисосудистого устройства, сохраненным во внутрисосудистом устройстве. Способ содержит этап подачи, в ответ на определение с помощью обрабатывающего компонента, что внутрисосудистое устройство авторизовано для клинической работы, сигнала авторизации клинической системе. Внутрисосудистое устройство содержит ...

Material-deforming tool for manufacturing deep-drawing sheet component i.e. body part, in vehicle- and aircraft industry, has pressing parts arranged at drawing stamp and drawing die in deep-drawing region of deep-drawing sheet component

The tool has a drawing stamp (3) and a drawing die (4) convexly and concavely formed such that a sheet metal blank (2) is drawn by the drawing stamp in the drawing die during a deep-drawing process. Pressing parts execute a shaping manufacture step for manufacturing a deep-drawing sheet component (1). The pressing parts are arranged at the drawing stamp and the drawing die in a deep-drawing region (7) of the deep-drawing sheet component. The pressing parts exhibit structuring elements by which preset areas of the component are provided with a structure e.g. seam. An independent claim is also included for a method for manufacturing a deep-drawing sheet component.

Endoskopvorrichtung und Endoskop

Eine Endoskopvorrichtung 1 umfasst ein Endoskop 2, umfassend ein Kabel 15 und einen Sensor 27 und einen Prozessor 3. Das Endoskop 2 umfasst eine Differenzverstärkungseinheit 28, welcher dazu ausgebildet ist, ein Ausgangssignal von dem Sensor 27 differentiell zu verstärken. Der Prozessor 3 umfasst eine Stromversorgungsschaltung 34, welche dazu ausgebildet ist, eine Referenzspannung zu erzeugen, welche der Differenzverstärkungseinheit 28 zugeführt wird. Die von der Stromversorgungsschaltung 34 des Prozessors 3 erzeugte Referenzspannung wird der Differenzverstärkungseinheit 28 des Endoskops 2 über das Kabel 15 zugeführt. Ein Ausgangssignal der Differenzverstärkungseinheit 28 wird von dem Prozessor 3 über das Kabel 15 erfasst.

Medizinisches System, Medien- und/oder Energiequelle, und Trokar

Es wird ein medizinisches System vorgestellt, mit einem medizinischen Instrument (2) und einem Trokar (3, 60), wobei der Trokar (3, 60) vorgesehen ist, einen künstlichen Zugang zu einer Körperhöhle eines Patienten bereitzustellen, und das medizinische Instrument (2) vorgesehen ist, durch den Trokar (3, 60) in die Körperhöhle des Patienten eingeführt zu werden und in der Körperhöhle des Patienten eine medizinische Funktion auszuführen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das medizinische System eine Steuerung umfasst, die eingerichtet ist, festzustellen, ob das medizinische Instrument (2) in den Trokar (3, 60) eingeführt ist, und das Ausführen einer medizinischen Funktion durch das medizinische Instrument (2) nur freizugeben, wenn das medizinische Instrument (2) in den Trokar (3, 60) eingeführt ist.Weiterhin werden eine Medien- oder Energiequelle sowie ein Trokar eines entsprechenden medizinischen Systems vorgestellt.

ELEKTRONISCHE SCHALTUNGSEINHEIT, BILDGEBUNGSEINHEIT, ENDOSKOP UND VERFAHREN ZUM VERBINDEN EINER ELEKTRONISCHEN SCHALTUNGSEINHEIT

Eine elektronische Schaltungseinheit, eine Bildgebungseinheit, ein Endoskop und ein Verfahren zum Verbinden der elektronischen Schaltungseinheit werden bereitgestellt, durch die es möglich wird, den Abstand, in dem Verbindungsflächen angeordnet sind, zu verringern und die Zuverlässigkeit einer Verbindung unabhängig von dem Maß an Geschicklichkeit eines Bedieners aufrechtzuerhalten. Die elektronische Schaltungseinheit gemäß der vorliegenden Erfindung umfasst: ein Signalkabel 48, das einen Litzenkern 48a aus dünnen Einzeldrähten aufweist, wobei der Litzenkern 48a mit einer äußeren Ummantelung 48b bedeckt ist, wobei die äußere Ummantelung 48b an einem Ende des Kabels 48 entfernt ist, um den Litzenkern 48a freizulegen; eine metallische Hülse 48c, die röhrenförmig ist, wobei der freigelegte Litzenkern 48a in einen Öffnungsabschnitt der metallischen Hülse 48c eingeführt wird; und ein Mehrschichtsubstrat 46, das eine Verbindungsfläche 63 zum Verbinden des Litzenkerns 48a aufweist, wobei der freigelegte ...

Stecker für Endoskop

Ein Stecker für ein Endoskop enthält eine Hülse in Form eines flexiblen Rohrs, durch die eine Vielzahl von Drähten eingeführt ist. Die Vielzahl von Drähten ist mit einem Einführungsspitzenbereich mit einem Bildaufnahmebereich verbunden. Der Stecker für ein Endoskop enthält ein Gehäuse mit einem Trägerplattenaufnahmebereich und einem Hülseneinführungsbereich. Der Trägerplattenaufnahmebereich nimmt eine Trägerplatte auf, ein Basisendöffnungsbereich der durch eine Öffnung des Gehäuses geführten Hülse ist im Hülseneinführungsbereich angeordnet, und ein Teil aus der Vielzahl der aus dem Basisendöffnungsbereich austretenden Drähte ist mit der Trägerplatte verbunden. Eine Flüssigkeitseindringverhinderungswand ist so vorgesehen, dass sie auf einer Bodenwand des Gehäuses steht, die Bodenwand ist unter der Seite des Basisendöffnungsbereichs der Hülse in einer im Wesentlichen vertikalen Richtung angeordnet, und der Trägerplattenaufnahmebereich und der Hülseneinführungsbereich sind räumlich voneinander ...

Visual inspection device

Handle for a medical device

CLUTCH ARRANGEMENT FOR A SOURCE OF LIGHT SYSTEM OF AN ENDOSCOPE.

Single-use, port deployable articulating endoscope

The multi-section deployable and articulating endoscope is designed with tubing and flat cables that are small enough that the endoscope becomes a thin stick that is minimally invasive and usable with other devices in a common port. The endoscope includes very thin flat cables that are used for electrical connectivity and threaded above and below an articulation and deployment hinge for opening the endoscope passively using an adjustable tension spring, or by pulling on a first cable and closing the endoscope by pulling on a second cable, When in a tubular configuration the endoscope may be inserted into the port and an insufflation membrane inside the port forms an air seal with the endoscope, which aids in insufflation and desufflation. The endoscope includes one or more tubes for creating an air jet stream above the camera to act as a shield for keeping the camera clean.

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

A manipulation device for laparoscopy, comprising: an insertion portion having a distal end, a proximal end and a lumen, said lumen extending axially at least partially about a length of said insertion portion, and said insertion portion is rigid; a handheld operation portion having a communication unit for communicating with an external device; a contact element for facilitating direct communication to a vision head member of a visual device; wherein said handheld operation portion is arranged at said proximal end of said insertion portion and an opening is arranged at said distal end of said insertion portion for slidably positioning an elongated connector of said visual device inside said lumen of said insertion portion. WCO 2012/126967 7 / 7 7 / 7 PC 1'21055041 8210) 8110 8120 i 128 ...

Minimize image sensor I/O and conductor counts in endoscope applications

The disclosure extends to systems and methods for reducing the area of an image sensor by employing bidirectional pads used for both image data issuance and configuration command reception and internal supply voltage generation, for reducing the number of conductors in an endoscope system.

BEING CHAMBER

Video endoscopic probe assembly with umbilical cord providing optical and electrical supplies

Sonde vidéoendoscopique constituée des éléments suivants :- Un câble ombilical (17) équipé d'un connecteur d'éclairage (14) et d'un connecteur électrique (13) . - Une poignée de commande (61) intégrant un circuit imprimé (30) . - Une sonde d'inspection (60) équipée d'un senseur CCD couleur (24) , d'un objectif (25) et d'un illuminateur (26) . La sonde vidéoendoscopique étant caractérisée en ce que :- Un faisceau de fibres d'éclairage (18) relie le connecteur d'éclairage (14) à l'illuminateur distal (26) . - Le circuit imprimé (30) est relié au connecteur électrique (13) par un câble multiconducteurs (19) et au senseur CCD distal (24) par un câble multiconducteurs (20) . - Le circuit imprimé (30) est équipé de réglages permettant d'ajuster les signaux de commande du senseur CCD distal (24) conditionnant l'interchangeabilité de sondes de longueurs différentes.Applications industrielles et médicales ...

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

의료용 보어스코프들 및 관련 방법들 및 시스템들

... 보어스코프들 및 관련 방법들. 일부 실시예들에서, 의료용 보어스코프 시스템은 제 1 단부 및 제 1 단부로부터 반대인 제 2 단부를 포함하는 튜브를 포함하는 의료용 보어스코프; 제 1 단부에 인접하여 위치되고 제 1 단부에서 광을 생성하도록 구성된 광원; 및 제 1 단부에 인접하여 위치된 이미지 센서를 포함할 수 있다.시스템은 동글이 복수의 별개의 의료용 보어스코프들와 결합될 수 있도록 의료용 보어스코프와 착탈가능하게 결합가능한 이미지 센서로부터 이미지 데이터를 수신하도록 구성된 이미지 프로세서를 포함하는 동글 및 이미지 센서와 결합된 데이터 통신 링크를 더 포함할 수 있다. 동글은 의료용 보어스코프로부터 보어스코프-특정 파라미터 데이터를 수신하고 검출하는 것 중 적어도 하나에 구성될 수 있고, 보어스코프-특정 파라미터 데이터는 의료용 보어스코프에 고류한 데이터를 포함한다.

단일 사용, 포트 전개 가능한 관절형 내시경

... 다단계 전개 및 관절 내시경은 내시경이 최소 침습성이며 공통 포트의 다른 장치와 함께 사용할 수 있는 얇은 막대가 되도록 충분히 작은 튜빙 및 플랫 케이블로 설계된다. 상기 내시경은 전기 연결에 사용되며 조정 가능한 텐션 스프링을 사용하여 수동으로 상기 내시경을 열거나 제1 케이블을 당기고 제2 케이블을 당겨 내시경을 닫음으로써 관절 및 전개 힌지 위아래에 나사산이 형성된 매우 얇은 플랫 케이블을 포함하고, 튜브형 구성 일 때 내시경이 포트에 삽입될 수 있고 포트 내부의 주입막이 내시경과 공기 밀봉을 형성하여 주입 및 탈피를 돕는다. 상기 내시경은 카메라 위의 공기 분사 스트림을 생성하여 카메라를 깨끗하게 유지하기위한 쉴드 역할을 하는 하나 이상의 튜브를 포함한다.

ENDOSCOPE

The present invention is provided with a signal cable (7), a tabular member (15), an electric substrate (16) and a fixed member (20) that affixes the signal cable (7) proximate to the tabular member (15) so that a surplus part (7y) moves freely forward and backward in the direction of insertion (S), in a state where the surplus part (7y), which is formed in a loop shape and has a plurality of folded back parts (7p) positioned within an operation part (3) for the signal cable (7), passes through openings (20ha, 20hb) and is inserted therein. The fixed member (20) is formed in the shape of the letter U and has a bottom surface, a top surface that presses the surplus part (7y) onto the bottom surface, a side surface, and an insertion opening for inserting the surplus part (7y) therein. A stop is formed in the fixed member to prevent the internally inserted surplus part (7y) from being pulled out.

IMAGE PICKUP DEVICE AND ENDOSCOPE PROVIDED WITH IMAGE PICKUP DEVICE

An image pickup device mounted at a distal end portion of an endoscope is provided that can make joining work more efficient and simplified, improve maintenance performance and reduce the size and diameter. A distal end portion 44 of an endoscope is provided with an objective optical system 54, a prism 62 continuing to the objective optical system 54, a solid-state image pickup element 66 receiving observation light through the prism 62, a circuit board 68 electrically connected to the solid-state image pickup element 66, and a signal cable having a plurality of cable cores 78, and the circuit board 68 and the signal cable are electrically connected through a connection portion 74 and a joining member 76.

ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE INTRODUCER

An endotracheal tube introducer (1) comprises a flexible elongate tubular body (2) extending between an insertion end (3) terminating at an insertion tip (5) and a manipulation end (4) with a camera (6) disposed at or adjacent the insertion tip (5) and positioned to receive images in a field of view from an area in front of the insertion tip (5). A light source (7) is disposed at or adjacent the insertion tip (5) and positioned to emit light to illuminate the field of view. An introducer connector (8) mounted at the manipulation end of the introducer (1) where the introducer connector (8) has electrical contacts (22, 23) accessible from the manipulation end (4) and connected to camera and light electrical wiring (11) extending within the body (2). Further, a monitor connector (12) configured to releasibly attach to the introducer connector (8) such that contacts of the monitor connector electrically connect with corresponding introducer connector contacts (9) and the monitor connector ( ...

FIBERSCOPE INTERFACING APPARATUS FOR ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES

A fiberscope interfacing apparatus for an endoscope system insertable in a body cavity is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an elongate communication medium having a first end and a second end for transmitting an optical signal of an image of the body cavity. The apparatus further comprises a lens attached to the first end of the communication medium for receiving the optical signal from the body cavity. The lens is in communication with the communication medium. The apparatus further comprises an interface collar attached to the second end of the communication medium and is in communication therewith. The interface collar is configured to communicate with the endoscope system and transfer the optical signal thereto for simultaneous fiber optic imaging and fluoroscopic imaging.

ENDOSCOPE WITH INTEGRATED, SELF-REGULATING LIGHT SOURCE

A light source (28) governed by an intensity controller (38) supplies illumination to an endoscope (22) by a fiber optic cable (46), including two insulated conductors (62). By attaching the cable (46) to the light post (58) of the endoscope (22) the conductors (62) are shorted together, and this circuit completion state is monitored by the intensity controller (38). When the cable is disconnected from the light post (58) this state is recognized by the intensity controller (38) and the light source (22) is automatically placed in a standby mode reducing the amount of emitted light energy, thus minimizing heating of the fiber optic cable (46).

Multiple viewing elements endoscope system with modular imaging units

An optical assembly adapted to be positioned within an endoscope tip and having three modular camera units, comprising: a front modular camera unit defined by a front central axis and a first and second side modular camera units defined by first and second side central axes that are substantially parallel to one another and substantially perpendicular to the front central axis. Each modular camera unit further comprises a holder for housing an associated optical element and an image sensor in data communication with a corresponding printed circuit board. The front, first side and second side modular camera units are respectively positioned in first, second and third compartments of an assembly holder.

MOUNTING CABLE AND CABLE ASSEMBLY

A mounting cable includes: a metal cable that includes a core wire formed of a conductive material and a jacket formed of an insulator and covering the core wire; a cable fixing portion that fixes an end portion of the metal cable, and has an end face which is perpendicular to an axial direction of the metal cable and on which a cross section of an end portion of the core wire is exposed; an external connection electrode formed on at least one surface of the cable fixing portion, the at least one surface being in parallel with the axial direction of the metal cable; and a wire pattern that extends from an area on the core wire exposed on the end face to the external connection electrode.

Laparoscope system

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

Reusable miniature camera head

The invention is a reusable miniature camera head ( 10 ) that can be attached to and detached from an object. The camera head comprises: a housing ( 18 ), a lens system ( 12 ), a solid-state sensor ( 14 ), components of an electronic driver ( 16 ), and an internal electrical connector ( 20 ) located at the proximal end of the housing and having a plurality of sockets ( 22 ) or pins ( 110 ) on its external face. The object has an external connector ( 24 ) for receiving the camera head. The internal and external electrical connectors comprise a plurality of pins or sockets arranged in matching patterns on opposing faces thereby allowing the camera head to be attached to or disconnected by engaging the two connectors. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the object to which the camera head is attached is an endoscopic or laparoscopic device, the solid-state sensor is a Charge Coupled Device (CCD), and the housing does not contain a printed circuit board.

Electro-optical connection device

A connector assembly for an endoscope apparatus, which includes a plug removably insertable in a receptacle, is disclosed. The plug has a molded body incorporating a light cable and an electrical connector in a fixed spatial relationship within the molded body.

ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

An object, for an endoscope apparatus having a non-contact type connector, is to provide an endoscope apparatus that allows downsizing the connector and maintaining a stable coupling state. The endoscope apparatus includes an endoscope and a processor. The endoscope includes a connector. The processor includes a slot into which the connector is inserted. The processor is coupled to the endoscope. The slot has a first length in a width direction intersecting with an insertion direction in which the connector is inserted and has a second length larger than the first length in the insertion direction. The slot includes a transmission coil for transmitting electric power on a side surface of the slot. The connector includes a reception coil that receives the electric power from the transmission coil on a side surface of the connector.

Video endoscope

A video endoscope system includes a reusable control cabinet and an endoscope that is connectable thereto. The endoscope may be used with a single patient and then disposed. The endoscope includes an illumination mechanism, an image sensor, and an elongate shaft having one or more lumens located therein. An articulation joint at the distal end of the endoscope allows the distal end to be oriented by the actuators in the control cabinet or actuators in a control handle of the endoscope. Fluidics, electrical, navigation, image, display and data entry controls are integrated into the system along with other accessories.

Medical apparatus

内視鏡

... 爪部３３をシーソー状にかしめ加工した先端湾曲駒３１を先端硬質部１４の基端側に組み付け、更に、スリーブ４４を後方から挿入し、スリーブ４４内に先端湾曲駒３１が収納された状態で先端硬質部１４にスリーブ４４を嵌合・固定することにより、第１爪部３３ａがスリーブ４４の内周面を弾性的に押圧すると共に、第２爪部３３ｂが先端硬質部１４の凹部１４ｂの底面を所定の接触圧で弾性的に押圧する。これにより、挿入部の細径化を阻害することなく、先端硬質部１４と先端湾曲駒３１とを電気的に確実且つ安定的に導通させて挿入部６を患者回路のＧＮＤに接続することができ、内視鏡２の電気安全性を確保することができる。 ...

Bipolares Resektoskop

Bipolares Resektoskop (1), umfassend- einen Außenschaft (37), der komplett aus einem elektrisch leitenden Material oder komplett aus einem nicht leitenden Material ausgebildet ist und der an seinem distalen Ende (38) eine Mehrzahl von Rückflussöffnungen (39) aufweist,- einen in dem Außenschaft (37) anordenbaren Innenschaft (2) aus einem elektrisch leitenden Material mit einem an seinem distalen Ende (7) angeordneten Isoliereinsatz (8) aus einem elektrisch nicht leitenden Material, wobei über die Rückflussöffnungen (39) des Außenschaftes (37) zwischen dem Außenschaft (37) und dem Innenschaft (2) ein Rückfluss von Spülflüssigkeit ermöglicht wird, und die beiden Schäfte (2, 37) einen Dauerspülschaft mit kontinuierlicher Spülung bilden,- einen in dem Innenschaft (2) anordenbaren Elektrodentransporteur (3),- eine in dem Elektrodentransporteur (3) längsverschieblich anordenbare erste Elektrode (4), die an ihrem dem distalen Ende abgewandten proximalen Ende (19) mit einem ersten Anschluss eines ...

Adapter für die Endoskopie

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Adapter (10) zur lösbaren und wiederarretierbaren Kopplung eines Endoskops (14) mit einem Kamerakopf (12). Der Adapter (10) umfasst eine Innen- (18) und eine Außenwand (16), die über eine sich zwischen der Innen- (18) und Außenwand (16) an oder in der Nähe von deren ersten axialen Enden (20) erstreckende Verbindungswand (22) miteinander verbunden sind und mit wenigstens einem lateralen Abstand voneinander angeordnet sind, so dass sich zwischen Innen- (18) und Außenwand (16) ein an einer den ersten axialen Enden (20) gegenüberliegenden zweiten axialen Seite offener Freiraum (24) ergibt. Weiterhin umfasst der Adapter (10) eine Kopplungswand (30), die einen von der Innenwand (18) umschlossenen Freiraum (28) an oder nahe eines zweiten axialen Endes (26) der Innenwand (18) verschließt, so dass der von der Innenwand (18) umschlossene Freiraum (28) auf einer dem zweiten axialen Ende (26) der Innenwand (18) gegenüberliegenden ersten axialen Seite offen ist. Einer der ...

Steckverbindung für ein Videoendoskop, Videoendoskop und Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Steckverbindung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Steckverbindung (60) für ein Videoendoskop (10) zur Herstellung einer Signalverbindung zwischen einer distalen Videoeinheit (12) und einer proximalen Kabeleinheit (16), umfassend einen Stecker (62) und einen komplementären Konnektor (80), der zur Herstellung und Unterbrechung der Signalverbindung in den Stecker (62) einsteckbar ist, sowie ein Videoendoskop und ein Verfahren.Der Stecker (62) weist eine Mehrzahl von elektrischen Durchkontaktierungen (70) auf, ist auf einer distalen Seite mit einem Flexboard (72) in der distalen Videoeinheit (12) elektrisch leitend verbunden ist und weist auf seiner proximalen Seite eine Konnektoraufnahme (64) für den Konnektor (80) auf. Der Konnektor (80) ist in einem Konnektorgehäuse (82, 90) eingefasst, welches an seiner Außenseite geformt ist, um formschlüssig und/oder kraftschlüssig in der Konnektoraufnahme (64) des Steckers (62) aufgenommen zu werden. Der Konnektor (80) weist eine Mehrzahl von elektrischen Durchkontaktierungen ...

Endoscope

Laryngoscopes, laryngoscope arms and methods of manufacture

Visual inspection device

A connector for a light guide cable of an endoscope

A connector 11 for a light guide cable of an endoscope comprises a connector body (13) having one end connected to a light guide cable 12 and the other end 16 shaped flush with a light-receiving face (15) of a light guide (14) inserted in the connector body, an electrically insulating member (18) surrounding the connector body (13), and contacts (22) embedded in the outer surface of the insulating member (18) for contact with contacts in a body 101 which receive the connector. None or almost none of its members protrude from the forward end of the outer periphery of the connector, whereby the connector may be fitted into a receptacle with liquid-tight connection and can be easily cleaned and fully dried after cleaning. ...

Improved laryngoscope

A laryngoscope 10 comprises a blade 12 and a handle 14; the blade having a heel 16 which is releasably engageable with a corresponding heel holding portion 18 of the handle 14. This connection could involve the use of protrusions 32 and corresponding L-shaped slots 36 on either of the heel 16 and heel holding portion 18 (bayonet type connection). The protrusions could be arranged on opposing sides of the heel, while the heel holding portion comprises two corresponding L-shaped slots. The blade 12 and handle 14 could be made of a biodegradable plastic, such as polylactic acid (LPA). The blade could comprise a light 30 powered by a power source (38) (fig 2) stored within the handle 14. A plug (42) and socket (40) connection (fig 2) could be used for connecting the light and power source to one another. Another aspect of the invention is a curved laryngoscope blade 12 consisting of a tip 20 and a heel 16 connected by a web 22. Arranged perpendicular to the web 22 is a spatula 26 and a flange ...

Video introducers and methods of manufacture

Improved laryngoscope

Endoscope system & elements thereof

An imaging endoscope system 100 and method for assembling an imaging endoscope system from a kit. The imaging endoscope system comprises a base unit 2, a hand controller 6, an umbilical section 4 for releasably connecting the base unit and the hand controller, and an insertion section 10 having a proximal end 12 connected to the hand controller and a distal end 14 for insertion into a subject. The base unit is configured for provision of electrical power and one or more fluids to the insertion section via the umbilical section and the hand controller. The umbilical section comprises an umbilical section connector 9 configured to be releasably engageable with a corresponding base unit connector 11 via a single connection action to make at least one mechanical connection, at least one electrical connection, and at least one fluid connection between the umbilical section connector and the base unit connector during said single connection action.

EYEPIECE DEVICE FUER AN ENDOSCOPE.

RE-USABLE MINIATURE CAMERA HEAD

ULTRASONIC ENDOSCOPE WITH AN ULTRASONIC SIGNAL ADAPTER

ENDOSCOPE CLUTCH, KABELAUSGANG AND ENDOSCOPE DEVICE

Endoscopic apparatus having an outer rail

An endoscope apparatus for endoscopic treatment is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an endoscopic insertion tube comprising an outer surface including an outer rail formed longitudinally thereon and extending along a portion of the insertion tube. The outer rail has a predetermined shape. The insertion tube comprises an inner channel formed therethrough. An endoscope apparatus for endoscopic treatment is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an endoscopic insertion tube without a working channel and an outer surface including at least one outer rail formed longitudinally thereon and extending along a portion of the insertion tube. The outer rail has a first predetermined shape. At least one medical device includes an outer wall having at least one mounting unit formed thereon along a portion of the length of the outer wall. The mounting unit has a second predetermined shape cooperable with the first predetermined shape. The second predetermined shape is formed to complement and slidably ...

Video endoscope

Endobronchial tube

An endobronchial tube comprising at least two lumens of different lengths for selectively associating with a patient about at least two locations relative to the Tracheal Carina. said tube comprising: a first lumen having an open distal end that associates proximally to the Carina within the Trachea, with a first inflatable cuff; a second lumen having an open distal end that extends distally, past the Carina and associates within one of the Left Bronchial branch and Right Bronchial branch with a second inflatable cuff; a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen, the dedicated image sensor lumen comprising an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent to the distal end of said first lumen, and configured to provide an image of the Tracheal bifurcation of the Tracheal Carina, the openings of the Left Bronchial branch, and the opening Right Bronchial branch; and at least one dedicated cleaning lumen disposed parallel with said dedicated image sensor ...

Minimize image sensor I/O and conductor counts in endoscope applications

The disclosure extends to systems and methods for reducing the area of an image sensor by employing bidirectional pads used for both image data issuance and configuration command reception and internal supply voltage generation, for reducing the number of conductors in an endoscope system.

FLEXIBLE-RIGID HYBRID ENDOSCOPE AND INSTRUMENT ATTACHMENTS

The disclosure describes a flexible-rigid hybrid design for an endoscope and attachment mechanisms for removably coupling and decoupling the endoscope to a handle portion and/or a tool portion of a variety of different instruments. Some implementations describe designs for instruments that may be coupled to the flexible-rigid endoscope described herein or other endoscopes. Such instruments may include sinus and laryngeal forceps, a laryngeal syringe gun, an endoscopic Eustachian tube balloon dilator, an endoscopic tracheal dilator, and an endoscopic trans-oral esophageal balloon dilator. Some implementations describe an endoscope that may be removably coupled to a portable control box using a connector cable.

FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM AND FUNCTIONALITY

... ²²An endoscope system comprises an endoscope, an auxiliary endoscope assembly ²and a ²plurality of stretchable resilient endless mounting bands. The plurality of ²stretchable resilient ²endless mounting bands engage the endoscope and the auxiliary endoscope ²assembly at spaced ²locations along the length thereof.² ...

UPDATEABLE ENDOSCOPIC VIDEO IMAGING SYSTEM WITH UNIFIED ELECTRO-OPTIC CABLE

A control unit is detachably coupled to a camera and receptive of the imaging data with a plurality of data processing instructions being stored on the camera and/or the control unit such that when the camera is coupled to the control unit, the plurality of data processing instructions transfer the imaging data from the camera to the control unit. The data processing instructions being field upgradeable with a portable upgrading module which may couple directly to either the camera and/or the control unit.

ENDOSCOPE ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC ADAPTOR

An endoscope system including an endoscope including an endoscope electro-pneumatic connection assembly having a leak test port, an endoscope electro- optic subsystem which is connectable to the endoscope via the endoscope electro- pneumatic connection assembly in a manner which precludes access to the leak test port when the endoscope electro-optic subsystem and the endoscope are connected at the electro-pneumatic connection assembly and an electro-pneumatic adaptor, which is connectable to the endoscope at the electro-pneumatic connection assembly and includes an adaptor electro-pneumatic connection assembly, including a leak test port connector for connection to the leak test port of the endoscope, an adaptor electrical port assembly to which the endoscope electro-optic subsystem is connectable and a pneumatic port.

IMPROVED LARYNGOSCOPE

Improved laryngoscopes are disclosed herein which are capable of aiding operators toward successful intubation outcomes in clinical situations which would be difficult using previously existing tools.

FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM AND FUNCTIONALITY

An enhanced flexibility auxiliary endoscope assembly for use with an endoscope, the assembly comprising: an elongate element and an elongate channel each arranged for mounting at a different location on a distal portion of said endoscope, said elongate channel being arranged to receive said elongate element to a variable elongate extent, at least one of said elongate element and said elongate channel being flexible; and said variable elongate extent varying as a function of a degree of bending of said endoscope.

VISUAL INSPECTION DEVICE

A visual inspection device includes a body having a support portion and a grip portion extending from the support portion. The body defines a cavity. The device also includes a flexible cable having a first end portion coupled to the body and a second end portion, and a camera assembly coupled to the second end portion of the flexible cable. The camera assembly includes an image sensor and a light source. The image sensor is operable to transmit image data through the flexible cable. The device further includes a display supported by the support portion of the body. The display is electrically coupled to the flexible cable to display images captured by the image sensor. The device also includes a rechargeable battery pack removably coupled to the body.

Optical connector and medical device

The camera unit, camera module and endoscope system

ENDOSCOPE AND ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM

In this endoscope 1, the temperature of an endoscope connector 5 to be connected to a processor 10 is appropriately controlled by installing, on a connector substrate 8 of the endoscope connector 5, atemperature sensor 34 for directly measuring the temperature of the connector substrate 8, and performing control to restrict the power supply from an endoscope power supply source circuit 33 (namely, limit and stop the power supply) on the basis of the measured temperature of the connector substrate 8 (namely, that of the endoscope connector 5).

CONNECTOR CONNECTION SYSTEM, LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE, AND ENDOSCOPE

A connector (5) is provided with a first electrical contact and a key section (6). A connector receiver (20) is provided with a second electrical contact, a cover member (40), a key groove, and a lock member (70). When the connector (5) is connected to the connector receiver (20), the key section makes contact with the lock member (70) to push up the lock member (70), the fixation of the cover member (40) by the lock member (70) is released, and the front end surface (15af) of the connector (5) presses the cover member (40) forward. As a result, the cover member (40) is moved to a second position and the first electrical contact is electrically connected to the second electrical contact.

CAPSULE ENDOSCOPE

A rechargeable capsule endoscope (100), comprising a capsule shell (1), as well as LED light sources (2), a sensor (3), a lens assembly (4), a lens cover (5), and a battery (6) all packed in the capsule shell; the lens cover (5) is disposed on the periphery of the lens assembly (4); the LED light sources (2) are distributed around inside the periphery of the lens cover (5); the battery (6) is rechargeable and is connected to the LED light sources (2); the anode and cathode of the rechargeable battery are electrically connected to the outer wall (102) of the capsule shell (1). Compared with a disposable battery of the same capacity, the rechargeable battery is lighter in weight, thus reducing the weight of the whole capsule endoscope (100), and improving the in vivo flow efficiency thereof. Furthermore, the rechargeable battery has a stronger electric discharge capability, enabling the capsule endoscope (100) to have a longer service life, thus facilitating the completion of an in vivo detection ...

Imaging device and electronic endoscope having imaging device

An end portion of a signal cable is fixed to the inside of a rear end of a connecting member by a first adhesive material. A flange of a lens barrel is engaged to a pair of claws of the connecting member. The signal cable is connected to the lens barrel through the connecting member so that the signal cable is not peeled from a flexible substrate. The connecting member does not cover a CCD and a first tip of the flexible substrate. The diameter of a distal portion of an electronic endoscope can be made smaller by eliminating the thickness of the connecting member and the thickness of the adhesive material filled between the connecting member and the CCD.

Connector for medical instrument

A connector for a medical instrument connected to an external device for medical use is provided, and the connector for a medical instrument includes a plug portion in which electric contact point portions are placed, outer sheath cases connectively provided at the plug portion, a sub frame member interposed between the plug portion and the outer sheath cases, and having a flange portion, and a main frame member housed in the outer sheath cases and fixed to the sub frame member, wherein the plug portion and the outer sheath cases are butted against the flange portion by different fixing members respectively, and are compressed and fixed to the sub frame member.

Self heatable inspection mirror

A self heating inspection mirror for dental use has a pencil like handle with an angled mirror. A resistance wire heating coil is surrounded by wafers of insulation and lies in contact with the mirror. Leads pass down the handle to a plug and socket. The socket is in the battery compartment which allows the operator to unplug the handle and immerse the mirror and handle as a unit. The battery compartment has an integral switch for connecting the battery to the heating coil The 3V rechargeable lithium battery maintains the lightweight mirror at 43EC.

Laryngoscopes, laryngoscope arms and methods of manufacture

A video laryngoscope has an arm comprising a video camera, at least one electrical conductor extending to the video camera, an elongate electrical conductor retaining member retaining the electrical conductor and an overmoulding extending around the elongate cable retaining member and having a smooth outer surface. Providing a laryngoscope arm overmoulded to provide a smooth outer surface has the benefit of allowing the laryngoscope arm to be readily cleaned or sterilised, and minimises the number of features, such as seams or joints, where dirt or infectious bodies may be retained.

IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS

An actuator has a magnet moved together with a moving lens frame, an SMA wire capable of extending and contracting in a moving direction I of the moving lens frame with execution or non-execution of energization thereof, a fixing member made of a magnetic material attached to a distal end of the SMA wire, a pressing spring which urges the fixing member toward the magnet along the moving direction I, and a stopper member and a stopper portion which limits the movement of the magnet along the moving direction I at a first position or a second position. 1. An image pickup apparatus comprising:a movable lens unit having a movable lens frame holding a movable lens, and a magnetic member;a fixed lens frame in which a plurality of objective optical systems are disposed, and in which the movable lens frame is held so as to be able to advance and retract in a shooting optical axis direction;a diaphragm unit which adjusts the amount of shooting light by moving a diaphragm blade formed of a magnetic material; anda magnet which moves the diaphragm blade by magnetic force according to the advancement and retraction of the movable lens frame.2. The image pickup apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a movable lens drive mechanism which advances and retracts the magnetic member of the movable lens frame by magnetic force from the outside of the fixed lens frame.3. The image pickup apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the diaphragm unit is disposed in the movable lens frame claim 1 , andthe magnet is disposed on the fixed lens frame and moves the diaphragm blade by magnetic force with the advancement and retraction of the diaphragm unit and the movable lens frame in the optical axis direction.4. The image pickup apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the diaphragm unit is disposed in the fixed lens frame claim 1 , andthe magnet is disposed on the movable lens frame and moves the diaphragm blade by magnetic force when advancing and retreating in the shooting ...

Endoscope

An endoscope of an embodiment includes: a distal end rigid member made of resin; a channel tube connecting member which has a distal end side fitted and fixed in the distal end rigid member and is formed in a tubular shape using a conductive member, and which includes a stepped portion on a part of an outer circumferential surface in a longitudinal direction; and a bending piece member which is formed in a tubular shape using a conductive member and arranged just behind a rear end side of the distal end rigid member, and which has a protruding portion protruding and elastically-deformed toward an inner circumferential surface side, wherein when the bending piece member is fixed to the distal end rigid member with the channel tube connecting member being housed inside thereof, the protruding portion contacts the outer circumferential surface of the channel tube connecting member to establish conduction.

ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

An endoscope apparatus includes: a plurality of connection portions to which an endoscope can be connected, respectively; a priority setting portion that sets a connection priority of the plurality of connection portions; a drive portion that supplies a drive signal to one endoscope; and a control portion that controls so that the drive portion supplies the drive signal to any one endoscope only based on the connection priority. 1. An endoscope apparatus , comprising:a plurality of connection portions to which an endoscope can be connected, respectively;a priority setting portion that, when a plurality of endoscopes are connected to the plurality of connection portions, sets a drive priority for selecting one endoscope to supply a drive signal to;a drive portion that supplies a drive signal to one endoscope; anda drive control portion that controls so that the drive portion supplies the drive signal only to any one endoscope based on the drive priority.2. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the drive priority is a kind priority that corresponds to a kind of the endoscope.3. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 2 , further comprising an identification portion that identifies the kind based on a resistance value of a specific resistance that differs according to a kind of the endoscope that is arranged in the endoscope claim 2 , and that is detected by cancelling a contact resistance in the connection portion.4. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 3 , comprising:an ID signal line and a ground line to which the endoscope is connected through the connection portion; the specific resistance that electrically connects the ID signal line and the ground line; and a bypass circuit forming portion capable of forming a bypass circuit that short-circuits the specific resistance;wherein the identification portion includes a reference resistance of a predetermined resistance value, applies a predetermined voltage to the reference resistance and the ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENT AND ENDOSCOPY SYSTEM

An electrical connecting element for supplying current to a light source, particularly an LED light source, that is or can be connected to a side of an endoscope, configured for introducing light into an optical system of the endoscope in a proximal region of the endoscope, and to an endoscopy system having an electrical connecting element, and to a use. Wherein the electrical connecting element is configured as a pre-formed, flat molded body having a longitudinally extended section, wherein the molded body has a curved shape at least in sections and is configured to be plugged onto an endoscope and to clasp tightly clinging thereon, wherein the molded body has electrical lines which have electrical contact surfaces in a proximal end region of the molded body in order to connect to a current supply, and electrical contact surfaces in a distal region for connecting to the light source. 1. An electrical connecting element for supplying current to a light source connected to a side of an endoscope , for introducing light into an optical system of the endoscope in a proximal region of the endoscope , wherein the electrical connecting element is configured as a pre-formed , flat molded body having a longitudinally extended section , wherein the molded body has a curved shape at least in sections , and is configured to be plugged onto an endoscope and to clasp tightly clinging thereon , wherein the molded body has electrical lines , which have electrical contact surfaces in a proximal end region of the molded body for connecting to a current supply , and have electrical contact surfaces in a distal region for connecting to the light source.2. The electrical connecting element according to claim 1 , wherein the molded body distally opens into a bifurcated part having two curved limbs with which the endoscope is clasped tightly clinging claim 1 , wherein the electrical lines run distally to electrical contact surfaces at the ends of the curved limbs.3. The electrical ...

ENDOBRONCHIAL TUBE WITH INTEGRATED IMAGE SENSOR

An endobronchial tube comprising at least two lumens of different lengths for selectively associating with a patient about at least two locations relative to the Tracheal Carina. said tube comprising: a first lumen having an open distal end that associates proximally to the Carina within the Trachea, with a first inflatable cuff; a second lumen having an open distal end that extends distally, past the Carina and associates within one of the Left Bronchial branch and Right Bronchial branch with a second inflatable cuff; a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen, the dedicated image sensor lumen comprising an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent to the distal end of said first lumen, and configured to provide an image of the Tracheal bifurcation of the Tracheal Carina, the openings of the Left Bronchial branch, and the opening Right Bronchial branch; and at least one dedicated cleaning lumen disposed parallel with said dedicated image sensor lumen along the length of said endobronchial tube and wherein said cleaning lumen is configured to forms a cleaning nozzle at the distal end, wherein said cleaning nozzle is directed toward said image sensor lumen at its distal end. 1. An endobronchial tube comprising at least two lumen of different lengths for selectively associating with a patient about at least two locations relative to the Tracheal Carina , characterized in that said tube comprises:a. a first lumen having an open distal end that associates proximally to the Carina within the Trachea, with a first inflatable cuff;b. a second lumen having an open distal end that extends distally, past the Carina and associates within one of the Left Bronchial branch and Right Bronchial branch with a second inflatable cuff;c. a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen, the dedicated image sensor lumen comprising an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent to the distal end of said first lumen ...

MEDICAL APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING MARKER DISPLAY IN MEDICAL IMAGE AND MEDICAL PROCESSOR

A processor of an endoscope apparatus that is a medical apparatus generates two images that are a normal-light observation image and a special-light observation image that are obtained by picking up a return light, determines matching of observation fields of view with respect to the two images, generates a marker M that indicates a position on a living tissue for at least one of the two images based on the determination result, causes the generated two images to be displayed within a screen of a monitor, and displays the generated marker M by superimposing the marker M on at least one of the two images. 1. A medical apparatus , comprising:an imager that picks up an image of a light from a living tissue;an image processor that generates a first image picked up in a first observation field of view in the imager, and a second image picked up in a second observation field of view in the imager;a discriminator that determines matching of the first observation field of view and the second observation field of view;a processor that performs processing for displaying markers indicating same positions for the first image and the second image when it is determined that the first observation field of view and the second observation field of view match each other in the discriminator; anda display that simultaneously displays the first image and the second image processed in the processor.2. The medical apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:an illuminator that is capable of irradiating the living tissue with a light for normal-light observation and a light for special-light observation as the light,wherein the first image is an image that is obtained by picking up an image of a return light in a case of the living tissue being irradiated with the light for normal-light observation, in the imager, andthe second image is an image that is obtained by picking up an image of a return light in a case of the living tissue being irradiated with the light for special- ...

ENDOSCOPE ADAPTER INCLUDING LIGHT EMITTING DIODE, AND ADAPTER TYPE ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope adapter including a light emitting diode includes: a detachable portion to be attached to an adapter attaching portion provided on a distal end portion of an insertion portion, the insertion portion including inside thereof at least one image-forming optical system; an adapter main body including an adapter side observation optical system whose optical axis is coincident with an optical axis of the image-forming optical system; a contact pin which enables power supply to the light emitting diode to be turned on when the detachable portion is attached to the adapter attaching portion; and a resistor arranged in a space formed in the endoscope adapter to determine a type of the endoscope adapter. 1. (canceled)2. An endoscope adapter including a light emitting diode , to be connected to an insertion portion of an endoscope in which the insertion portion includes an image-forming optical system and an endoscope side electrical connection portion inside a distal end portion thereof , the endoscope side electrical connection portion being connected to a power cable extending from a power supply portion , the endoscope adapter comprising:an adapter side detachable portion to be attached to an adapter attaching portion provided at the distal end portion of the insertion portion of the endoscope;an adapter side electrical connection portion having a plurality of contact pins which are brought into contact with the endoscope side electrical connection portion when the endoscope adapter is connected to the insertion portion of the endoscope;a side view optical system for observation in a side view direction by bending an optical axis of the image-forming optical system inside the distal end portion of the insertion portion so as to extend in a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the insertion portion of the endoscope;an adapter main body that has a holding region for holding the light emitting diode provided to be distal with respect to an ...

ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope includes an endoscope connector at a proximal end portion of a universal cable that is extended from an endoscope operation portion. The endoscope connector includes: a first unit that is provided at the proximal end portion of the universal cable, and inside which are inserted a fluid conduit and a signal transmission line that are inserted through inside of the universal cable; a second unit that is connected and fixed to the first unit, and that internally includes a connection conduit that is connected to the fluid conduit; and a signal transmission cable that is integrated with a side portion of the first unit and includes an electrical connector at an end portion. 1. An endoscope comprising an endoscope connector at a proximal end portion of a universal cable that is extended from an endoscope operation portion ,wherein the endoscope connector comprises:a first unit that is provided at the proximal end portion of the universal cable, and inside which are inserted a fluid conduit and a signal transmission line that are inserted through inside of the universal cable;a second unit that is connected and fixed to the first unit, and that internally comprises a connection conduit that is connected to the fluid conduit; anda signal transmission cable that is integrated with a side portion of the first unit and includes an electrical connector at an end portion.2. The endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the first unit and the second unit are detachably attachable to each other.3. The endoscope according to claim 2 , wherein the second unit comprises:a connection portion that is detachably connectable on a connecting portion side with the first unit, and to which one end of the connection conduit is fixed; andan external connection portion to which the other end of the connection conduit is fixed at least at one of a side portion that is different from the connecting portion side and an end portion that faces the connecting portion.4. The endoscope ...

CABLE CONNECTOR AND ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

A cable connector includes a circuit board, having a predetermined width in a manner passable through an elongated tube of an endoscope apparatus, disposed to extend in an axial direction. A terminal group is formed on the circuit board, for electrically contacting a socket connector. First and second land patterns are formed on the circuit board, arranged in the axial direction so that the terminal group is disposed therebetween, wherein a front end of a first electric line group having lines among electric lines of a cable structure is electrically coupled to the first land pattern, and a front end of a second electric line group having lines among the electric lines is coupled to the second land pattern. A wiring pattern is formed on the circuit board, for electrically coupling the first land pattern to the terminal group and coupling the second land pattern to the terminal group. 1. A cable connector for an endoscope apparatus including a flexible elongated tube for extending in an axial direction , a circuit device incorporated in said elongated tube , a cable structure , having plural electric lines , contained in said elongated tube , connected with said circuit device , wherein said cable connector is mounted on said cable structure , and couplable with an external socket connector for externally transmitting a signal from said circuit device , said cable connector comprising:a circuit board, having a width in a manner passable through said elongated tube, disposed to extend in said axial direction;a terminal group of plural terminals, formed on said circuit board, for electrically contacting said socket connector;first and second land patterns, positioned apart from one another in said axial direction, so disposed that said terminal group is positioned therebetween at least partially, for electrical conduction to said electric lines;a wiring pattern, formed on said circuit board, for electrically coupling said first land pattern to said terminal group and ...

CABLE CONNECTOR FOR ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF PRODUCING ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

An endoscope apparatus includes an elongated tube, a imaging unit in the elongated tube, and a cable structure, including plural signal lines, having first and second ends, the first end being connected to the imaging unit. A cable connector is connected with the second end, and couplable with a socket connector connectively. The cable connector includes a circuit board having a width in a manner passable through the elongated tube in an axial direction. A conductive land is formed on the circuit board, and coupled to the second end. A terminal pattern is formed on the circuit board, for connective coupling by reception in the socket connector. An advancing tip is formed on a front side of the circuit board in the axial direction, for initially advancing upon entry of the circuit board in the elongated tube, to enable the conductive land and the terminal pattern to pass safely. 1. A cable connector for an endoscope apparatus including an elongated tube disposed to extend in an axial direction , a circuit device incorporated in said elongated tube , and a cable structure , including plural signal lines , having first and second ends , said first end being connected to said circuit device , wherein said cable connector is connected with said second end , and couplable with a socket connector connectively , said cable connector comprising:a circuit board having a predetermined width in a manner passable through said elongated tube in said axial direction;a conductive land formed on said circuit board, and coupled to said second end;a terminal pattern, formed on said circuit board, for connective coupling by reception in said socket connector;an advancing tip, formed on a front side of said circuit board in said axial direction, for initially advancing upon entry of said circuit board in said elongated tube, to enable said conductive land and said terminal pattern to pass safely.2. A cable connector as defined in claim 1 , wherein flexibility of said advancing tip is ...

Hand-Operated Endoscope For Medical Purposes

A hand operated endoscope for medical purposes, the endoscope including a separate, modular unit consisting of a camera system with an associate lens system, light source and a transmission system. This unsterilized modular unit can be used in a sterilized housing. 1. A hand-operated endoscope for medical purposes , with a digital camera system with associated optical unit , with a light source and with a transmission system for transmitting the image data of the camera system or other data to an external receiver , which is associated with a monitor or another visualization device for depicting the image , characterized in that the camera system with associated optical unit , the light source and the transmission system define a module-like component and in that this module-like component is , as a separate component , arranged in a housing in such a way that the component is completely removed from the housing for a reuse of the endoscope , that it is subsequently only the housing that is sterilized and that , finally , the unsterilized component or another unsterilized component is reintroduced into the sterilized housing.2. The endoscope as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the housing has a lid which can be opened and closed.3. The endoscope as claimed in claim 2 , characterized in that the housing has a substantially tubular design claim 2 , with the lid being situated at the rear end of the housing.4. The endoscope as claimed in claim 2 , characterized in that claim 2 , when the lid is removed claim 2 , a tubular part claim 2 , in particular a funnel claim 2 , can be placed onto the housing opening for the subsequent introduction of the component into the housing.5. The endoscope as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the housing has function buttons.6. The endoscope as claimed in claim 5 , characterized in that electric contacts are provided within the housing claim 5 , which electric contacts are connected to the function buttons and claim 5 ...

HERMETICALLY SEALED ENDOSCOPE

In one embodiment, an endoscopic camera for a robotic surgical system includes a stereo camera module mounted to a robotic arm of a patient side cart. The optical and electro-optic components of the camera module are hermetically sealed within a first housing. Signals from an electro-optic component travel through traces in a ceramic substrate forming one side of the hermetically sealed first housing. A second housing surrounds the first housing and optical fibers are dispersed between the housings to provide lighting in a body cavity. The camera module may be sterilized by an autoclave. 131-. (canceled)32. An endoscope comprising:an image sensor sensitive to a set of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation;an inner protective window over the image sensor to protect the image sensor, anda first optical component including a first lens;wherein the inner protective window is transparent to the set of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation,wherein the inner protective window is positioned between the image sensor and the first optical component, andwherein the first optical component is attached to the inner protective window.33. The endoscope of claim 32 , wherein the first optical component rests on the inner protective window.34. The endoscope of claim 32 , wherein the first optical component is attached to the inner protective window by at least one of glue claim 32 , epoxy claim 32 , and cement.35. The endoscope of claim 34 , wherein the first optical component is attached to the inner protective window by a heat-resistant glue.36. The endoscope of claim 34 , further comprisinga housing,wherein the first optical component is positioned at least partially within the housing.37. The endoscope of claim 36 , wherein the first optical component is sealed off from the image sensor by the housing and the inner protective window.38. The endoscope of claim 36 , further comprisingan outer window transparent to the set of electromagnetic wavelengths, wherein the first ...

LAPAROSCOPIC SURGICAL SCAFFOLD

A collapsible scaffolding can collapse for deployment to a laparoscopic surgical site through a trocar or the like, and can expand to provide a surface for organ retraction within a body cavity. In the expanded state, the scaffolding may assist a surgical procedure in a variety of ways, such as by providing a rigid structure upon which to secure retracted organs or surgical tools such as lights, cameras, and so forth. 1. A device comprising: a front end and a back end;', 'a front hinge and a back hinge, that collectively articulate in a plane of articulation;', 'a first coupling configured to mechanically couple to a retaining member not in the plane of articulation;, 'a primary member havingan ancillary member movably connected to the primary member via the front hinge and the back hinge; wherein constructed from a surgical material; and', 'individually flexible in a direction perpendicular to the plane of articulation to a degree substantially conforming to a human abdomen; and further wherein, 'the primary member and ancillary member arethe device is configured to transition between a first state and a second state by articulating the hinges, in which the first state is characterized by minimizing a distance between the primary member and the ancillary member and the second state is characterized by maximizing the distance between the primary member and the ancillary member, in which a maximum device cross section in the first state is suitable for insertion through a trocar in a laparoscopic procedure on a human.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a number of independent flexural structures in each of the primary member and ancillary member to facilitate flexure in the direction perpendicular to the plane.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein each one of the flexural structures includes one or more axial protrusions positioned to inhibit flexure beyond a predetermined angle.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein each one of the flexural structures includes a ...

Laparoscope system

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

Endoscope and method of use

An endoscope includes a shaft having proximal and distal ends and a longitudinal axis therebetween. A handle is coupled to the proximal end of the shaft, and an image sensor is carried on the distal end of the shaft. A channel extends through at least a distal shaft portion and has a channel diameter, and a section of the channel is re-configurable between a constricted shape and a non-constricted shape to accommodate tools introduced therethrough. The combined diagonal dimension and channel diameter is usually greater than the outer shaft diameter. The image sensor may be connected to a connector on the housing by a first slack flex circuit and a lights source on the shaft may be connected to a connector on the housing by a second slack flex circuit.

ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope includes an opto-electric composite module, an optical fiber, and a plurality of electric cables each including a core wire and a shielding wire. The opto-electric composite module includes a light emitting device, a wiring board including a plurality of bonding electrodes to which the plurality of core wires are bonded, a ferrule causing the optical fiber inserted into a first through hole to be optically coupled to the light emitting device, and a cable holder having grooves to which the plurality of core wires are fixed with the plurality of core wires so disposed as to be bonded to the plurality of respective bonding electrodes. The cable holder is a holder conductor electrically connected to a ground potential electrode of the image pickup device, and the shielding wires in the electric cables are bonded to the holder conductor of the cable holder via an electrically conductive member. 1. An endoscope including an opto-electric composite module disposed in a distal end portion of an insertion portion and configured to convert an electric signal into an optical signal , an optical fiber inserted through the insertion portion and configured to transmit the optical signal , and a plurality of electric cables inserted through the insertion portion and each include a core wire and a shielding wire ,wherein the opto-electric composite module comprises:an image pickup device;a light emitting device configured to convert the electric signal outputted by the image pickup device into the optical signal;a wiring board having a first principal surface and a second principal surface, with the light emitting device mounted on the first principal surface, and including a plurality of bonding electrodes to which the plurality of core wires are bonded, respectively;a ferrule having a first through hole, with the optical fiber inserted into the first through hole optically coupled to the light emitting device; anda cable holder having a plurality of grooves or holes ...

MODULAR MEDICAL DEVICE CATHETER SYSTEM

A modular medical device catheter including a parent module and an adapter module. An attachment mechanism couples the adapter module to a surface of an inner lumen of the parent module. The attachment mechanism includes a coil in which a surface of the coil directly engages with the surface of the lumen of the parent module. The adapter module can include an elongated element having one or more electrical conductors. 1. An adapter for a medical device catheter comprising:an elongated element comprising an electrical conductor; andan attachment mechanism comprising an interfacing element for engaging a surface of an inner lumen of a medical device catheter to couple the elongated element to the medical device catheter.2. The adapter of claim 1 , further comprising a distal portion of the adapter claim 1 , and wherein the elongated element connects the attachment mechanism to the distal portion of the adapter.3. The adapter of claim 2 , further comprising wherein the distal portion of the adapter comprises an electrically active element.4. The adapter of claim 3 , further comprising wherein the electrically active element extends beyond a distal end of the medical device catheter when the catheter is coupled to the elongated element.5. The adapter of claim 3 , further comprising wherein the electrically active element comprises a sensor or transducer.6. The adapter of claim 1 , further comprising wherein the electrical conductor extends proximally beyond a proximal end of the medical device catheter when the catheter is coupled to the elongated element.7. The adapter of claim 3 , further comprising wherein the elongated element comprises an electrical interface claim 3 , and the electrical conductor of the elongated element facilitates an electrical connection between the electrical interface and the electrically active element.8. The adapter of claim 1 , further comprising wherein the interfacing element engages the surface of a distal end of the inner lumen of the ...

ENDOSCOPE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope includes an optical module, the optical module including an optical element including a light emitting surface, an external electrode being disposed, out of a first region and a second region obtained by dividing the light emitting surface substantially in half, only in the first region, a wiring board including a first main surface where the optical element and a bonding electrode are disposed, a bonding wire connecting the external electrode and the bonding electrode to each other, a ferrule into which the optical fiber is inserted, a frame including an upper plate where the ferrule is disposed, including a side plate fixed to the first main surface, including an inner section housing the optical element and a side surface including an opening, and a transparent resin disposed in the inner section, wherein the upper plate is inclined at a predetermined inclination angle to the first main surface. 1. An endoscope comprising an image pickup device configured to shoot an object and output an image pickup signal and an optical module configured to convert the image pickup signal into an optical signal and transmit the optical signal using an optical fiber in a distal end section in an insertion section , whereinthe optical module comprises:a light emitting element which includes a light emitting surface for outputting the optical signal and a rear surface, an external electrode being disposed, out of a first region and a second region obtained by dividing the light emitting surface substantially in half, only in the first region;a wiring board which includes a first main surface and a second main surface, the light emitting element and a bonding electrode being disposed on the first main surface;a bonding wire which connects the external electrode and the bonding electrode to each other;a ferrule which includes an insertion hole, the optical fiber being inserted into the insertion hole;a frame which includes an upper plate and a side plate, the ferrule ...

Video Endoscope and Handle, Including Driven Rotation Limitation, For Video Endoscope

The invention concerns a handle for a video endoscope including a housing and an interface portion rotatably supported relative to the housing where the interface portion includes a first connector element at its distal end section that is connectable to a second connector element of an associated elongate shaft of the video endoscope. Thereby a detachable, rotatable electrical and/or mechanical connection between the handle and the associated shaft is achieved. The coupling includes an electrical connection assembly arranged at an exterior of the interface portion forming an electrical connection to a stationary electric component of the handle. The handle includes a mechanical rotation stop for a rotation of the interface portion relative to the housing such that a rotation range is limited and damage to the electrical connection assembly is prevented.

ENDOSCOPE

The endoscope includes an imaging device that is provided in a tip portion of an insertion part capable of being inserted into a body cavity. The imaging device includes an image sensor that photoelectrically converts imaging light incident on an image receiving surface thereof through an imaging lens provided in a lens barrel, and a circuit substrate including a connecting surface facing a terminal face that is a surface opposite to the image receiving surface of the image sensor. A plurality of terminals are uniformly arranged longitudinally and laterally in a two-dimensional matrix form on the terminal face of the image sensor, and the connecting surface of the circuit substrate and the terminal face of the image sensor are connected to each other through the plurality of terminals. The total area of the plurality of terminals on the terminal face occupies 10% or more of the area of an imaging area of the image receiving surface. 1. An endoscope comprising:an imaging device that is provided in a tip portion of an insertion part capable of being inserted into a body cavity,wherein the imaging device includes a solid-state imaging element that photoelectrically converts imaging light incident on an image receiving surface thereof through an imaging lens, and a circuit substrate including a connecting surface facing a terminal face that is a surface opposite to the image receiving surface of the solid-state imaging element,a plurality of terminals are uniformly arranged longitudinally and laterally in a two-dimensional matrix form on the terminal face of the solid-state imaging element,the connecting surface of the circuit substrate and the terminal face of the solid-state imaging element are connected to each other through the plurality of terminals, andthe total area of the plurality of terminals, which are arranged on the terminal face, occupies 10% or more of the area of an imaging area of the image receiving surface of the solid-state imaging element.2. The ...

MULTIPLE VIEWING ELEMENTS ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM WITH MODULAR IMAGING UNITS

An optical assembly adapted to be positioned within an endoscope tip and having three modular camera units, comprising: a front modular camera unit defined by a front central axis and a first and second side modular camera units defined by first and second side central axes that are substantially parallel to one another and substantially perpendicular to the front central axis. Each modular camera unit further comprises a holder for housing an associated optical element and an image sensor in data communication with a corresponding printed circuit board. The front, first side and second side modular camera units are respectively positioned in first, second and third compartments of an assembly holder. 118-. (canceled)19. An imaging unit for use in an endoscope , the imaging unit comprising:an optical element comprising one or more lenses;a sensor configured to receive light from the optical element; a first section coupled to the sensor, and', 'a second section extending from the first section, wherein the second section is transverse to the first section; and, 'a connector coupled to the sensor, wherein the connector comprisesa circuit board coupled to the second section, wherein the sensor communicates electronically with the circuit board through the connector, wherein the circuit board is transverse to the second section and the first section.20. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein the first section claim 19 , the second section claim 19 , and the circuit board are planar.21. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein at least a portion of the first section is coplanar with the sensor.22. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein the second section is cantilevered from the first section.23. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein the circuit board is cantilevered from the second section.24. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein the second section is L-shaped.25. The imaging unit of claim 19 , wherein the second section is parallel to a central longitudinal axis of ...

MEDICO-SURGICAL ASSEMBLIES

A video bougie for use in inserting a medical tube includes a bendable rod with a camera unit mounted at its forward end and connected by a cable with an electrical connector at the machine end of the bougie. A brass ferrule has its forward end attached to an external recess around the machine end of the rod the rear end of the ferrule supporting the electrical connector 110-. (canceled)11. A medico-surgical assembly including a bendable elongate member , an imaging sensor at a patient end of the assembly , an electrical connector at a machine end of the assembly , and an electrical cable extending within the member along its length connected with the imaging sensor at its patient end and with the electrical connector at the machine end of the assembly , characterized in that the assembly includes a tubular extension piece attached with the outside of the member at its machine end , the extension piece providing an enlarged internal cavity to accommodate a part of the length of the cable , and that the electrical connector is supported on the extension piece.12. An assembly according to claim 11 , characterized in that the elongate member is of a plastics material and the extension piece is of a metal.13. An assembly according to claim 11 , characterized in that the forward end of the extension piece is secured on a recess at the rear end of the elongate member.14. An assembly according to claim 11 , characterized in that the cable includes a screening sleeve along its length within the elongate member up to the forward end of the extension piece claim 11 , and that the extension piece provides screening of wires in the cable along that length within the extension piece.15. An assembly according to claim 11 , characterized in that the assembly includes processing means within the extension piece connected between the cable and the connector.16. A bougie for use in introducing a medical tube into a patient claim 11 , the bougie including a bendable rod of plastics ...

Hybrid interconnect

A connector for connection to terminals of an integrated circuit. The connector consists of a dielectric substrate having a first side and a second side. The connector has wire bond terminals which are attached to the first side of the substrate and configured to receive wire bonds connected to a first set of the terminals of the integrated circuit. The connector also has solder bump terminals, attached to the second side of the substrate so as to be insulated from the wire bond terminals, the solder bump terminals being configured to be coupled via solder balls with a second set of the terminals of the integrated circuit.

Connector and endoscope system

There are provided a connector of which manufacture and maintenance are easy and an endoscope system. A connector is a connector for an endoscope that is connected to a light source device. The connector includes a light guide part that guides illumination light, a wireless communication unit that wirelessly communicates with the light source device, a wireless power receiving unit that wirelessly receives power supplied from the light source device, and a housing that is formed in a flat shape in which a horizontal length is longer than a vertical length in a connection posture where the connector is connected to the light source device. The light guide part, the wireless communication unit, and the wireless power receiving unit are provided on a front surface of the housing, which faces the light source device, so as to be lined up in a horizontal direction.

Medical visualization system

A medical visualisation system including a first medical visualisation device having a first device colour identifier, a second medical visualisation device having a second device colour identifier, a third medical visualisation device having a third device colour identifier, and a monitor device, the first device colour identifier being a first colour, the second device colour identifier being a second colour, and the third device colour identifier being a third colour. The first colour has a first hue angle, the second colour has a second hue angle, and the third colour has a third hue angle, wherein the first hue angle and the second hue angle differ by more than 40 degrees, the second hue angle and the third hue angle differ by more than 40 degrees, and the third hue angle and the first hue angle differ by more than 40 degrees.

Detachable Shaft Flexible Endoscope

A flexible endoscope includes a handle, a flexible shaft having a distal end and a proximal end, a coupling mechanism releasably attaching the handle to the distal end of the flexible shaft, an illumination unit disposed in the flexible shaft, the illumination unit providing light to an area in front of the distal end of the flexible shaft, and an imaging unit disposed in the flexible shaft, the imaging unit generating image data of the area in front of the distal end of the flexible shaft, wherein the coupling mechanism includes an electrical channel for transmitting electrical power to the illumination unit and the imaging unit, and a data channel for transmitting the image data from the imaging unit.

IMAGE PICKUP UNIT FOR ENDOSCOPE

An image pickup unit for an endoscope includes: an image pickup device including a plurality of connection terminal portions arrayed on a back face that is a surface opposite to a light-receiving surface; a planar rigid printed wiring board including a substrate connection portion and an electric cable connection portion; a flexible printed wiring board including a fixation portion connected to the image pickup device and the rigid printed wiring board, an extension portion extending from an outer periphery of the fixation portion, and a flexed portion provided at a boundary between the fixation portion and the extension portion; an electric cable connected to the electric cable connection portion of the rigid printed wiring board; and an electronic component mounted on the extension portion of the flexible printed wiring board. 1. An image pickup unit for an endoscope , the image pickup unit comprising:an image pickup device including a plurality of connection terminal portions arrayed on a back face that is a surface opposite to a light-receiving surface;a planar rigid printed wiring board including a substrate connection portion and an electric cable connection portion;a flexible printed wiring board including a fixation portion connected to the image pickup device and the rigid printed wiring board, an extension portion extending from an outer periphery of the fixation portion, and a flexed portion provided at a boundary between the fixation portion and the extension portion;an electric cable connected to the electric cable connection portion of the rigid printed wiring board; andan electronic component mounted on the extension portion of the flexible printed wiring board, wherein:within an area hidden behind the image pickup device as the image pickup device is viewed from the light-receiving surface side along an axis perpendicular to the light-receiving surface, the connection terminal portions of the image pickup device are connected to a plurality of pads ...

CARD EDGE CONNECTOR FOR AN IMAGING SENSOR

The disclosure extends to devices, systems and methods for connecting one or more sensors to one or more printed circuit boards (PCB) in the distal end or tip of a scope. The disclosure also extends to a connector assembly for an image sensor for protecting the sensor and conveying information from the sensor to the PCB. 1. A surgical scope for providing an image in a light deficient environment comprising:a tubular member comprising a proximal portion and a distal portion;a connector assembly that is located at the distal portion of the tubular member and comprising a first end, a second end, and a plurality of electrical connectors;a printed circuit board; andan image sensor;wherein the image sensor is connected to the connector assembly at the first end of said connector assembly, and wherein the printed circuit board is connected to the connector assembly at the second end of said connector assembly, such that the connector assembly attaches the image sensor at the distal portion of the tubular member and electrically connects the image sensor to the printed circuit board via the plurality of electrical connectors, thereby providing electrical communication between the image sensor and the printed circuit board.2. The surgical scope of claim 1 , wherein the connector assembly attaches the image sensor within the tubular member in a vertical and substantially perpendicular orientation with respect to the printed circuit board.3. The surgical scope of claim 2 , wherein the printed circuit board is attached perpendicularly out of the center of and with respect to the image sensor.4. The surgical scope of claim 2 , wherein the printed circuit board is attached perpendicularly off of an edge of and with respect to the image sensor.5. The surgical scope of claim 1 , wherein the image sensor comprises a plurality of electrical pads that are electrically attached to the plurality of electrical connectors via wire bonds.6. The surgical scope of claim 1 , wherein the ...

REDUCTION OF ENDOSCOPE HIGH FREQUENCY LEAKAGE CURRENT USING A COMMON-MODE CHOKE

An endoscope includes a body and a circuit board mounted within the body. A cable couples the circuit board to an imaging system. A common-mode choke is mounted within the body and is configured to electrically isolate the cable from the body at cautery frequencies. A method includes twisting a plurality of wires together to form a twisted set of wires. The twisted set of wires is wound around a core so that windings do not overlap, and so that a first winding and a last winding are separated from each other. Wires in the twisted set of wires are coupled to a plurality of wires in the cable. Also, these wires in the twisted set of wires are also coupled to the circuit board. 1. An imaging apparatus comprising:a cable, an imaging system, and an endoscope;the cable being configured to be connected to the imaging system and to the endoscope;the cable including a first plurality of wires; and a body;', 'a circuit board mounted within the body; and', 'a common-mode choke mounted in the body, the common-mode choke being coupled to the first plurality of wires and being coupled to the circuit board., 'the endoscope being configured to be connected to the cable, the endoscope comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , the cable further comprising a shield claim 1 , the first plurality of wires being enclosed in the shield claim 1 , the shield being connected to the common-mode choke and being electrically isolated from the body by the common-mode choke.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , the common-mode choke having a first winding and a last winding claim 1 , the first winding not overlapping with and separated from the last winding.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , the common-mode choke having a plurality of non-overlapping windings.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , the plurality of non-overlapping windings including a first winding and a last winding claim 4 , the first winding not overlapping with and separated from the last winding.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , the common-mode choke ...

OPTICAL CONNECTOR AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

A plug as an optical connector is configured to connect mechanically and optically with a receptacle, wherein part of an optical fibre for transmitting an optical signal is disposed internally. The plug includes a tubular plug-side first outer wall into which the optical fibre is inserted, configured to cover an optical signal-emitting end of the optical fibre. An end side of the plug-side first outer wall to be connected to the receptacle is sealed by a plug-side cover member translucent to an optical signal. In the optical connector intrusion of liquid and foreign substances can be suppressed, and reliability of optical communication can be ensured. 1. An optical connector for a medical observation device , the optical connector comprising:an optical transmission line configured to transmit an optical signal corresponding to image data obtained by the medical observation device; anda translucent cover material, which airtightly seals the optical transmission line, whereinthe translucent cover material is arranged on an optical path of the optical signal, anda surface of the translucent cover material is tilted with respect to a plane orthogonal to a central axis of the optical transmission line.2. The optical connector according to claim 1 , further comprising:an outer wall, into which the optical transmission line is inserted, having an end portion via which optical transmission to a mating connector is accomplished.3. The optical connector according to claim 1 , whereinan inside surface of the translucent cove material is flat.4. The optical connector according to claim 2 , whereinthe translucent cover material is arranged on the optical path of the optical signal to the mating connector.5. The optical connector according to claim 2 , wherein a collimator lens is disposed within the outer wall and on the optical path of the optical transmission downstream claim 2 , when optical signal-receiving claim 2 , or upstream claim 2 , when optical signal-emitting claim 2 ...

STEERABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HAVING AN IMAGING SYSTEM

Embodiments of the disclosure may include a medical device comprising an elongate member and a handle assembly connected to the elongate member. The handle housing may house a steering mechanism movable relative to the handle assembly and configured to steer the elongate member along a first plane and a second plane different from the first plane, a camera system configured to capture images from a distal end of the elongate member, and an illumination system configured to provide illuminating light from the distal end of the elongate member. 120-. (canceled)21. A medical device , comprising:a member including at least a proximal portion, a medial portion, and a distal portion, wherein the member includes one or more combinations of layers of material;a handle assembly connected to the proximal portion of the member, wherein the handle assembly includes an at least partially spherical portion at a proximal portion of the handle assembly; anda steering mechanism, wherein the steering mechanism includes first and second actuators movable relative to the proximal portion of the handle assembly to deflect at least a portion of the distal portion of the member, wherein the first actuator is curved around a first portion of the at least partially spherical portion of the proximal portion of the handle assembly, and wherein the second actuator is curved around a second portion of the at least partially spherical portion of the proximal portion of the handle assembly.22. The medical device of claim 21 , wherein the first actuator is pivotable around the handle assembly in a first direction to deflect the at least a portion of the distal portion of the member in a first plane claim 21 , and wherein the second actuator is pivotable around the handle assembly in a second direction to deflect the at least a portion of the distal portion of the member in a second plane different from the first plane.23. The medical device of claim 22 , wherein each of the first actuator and the ...

MULTIFUNCTIONAL VISUALIZATION INSTRUMENT

A multifunctional visualization instrument is provided that, in certain embodiments, includes a body having a proximal end and a distal end. The multifunctional visualization instrument includes a display screen on the body and a camera stick at the distal end of the body and comprising an arm and a camera. The arm of the camera stick is sized to fit within a channel of a removable laryngoscope blade. The multifunctional visualization instrument includes a port on a surface of the laryngoscope, configured to mate with an introducer and a steering input for steering the introducer, displayed on the display screen simultaneously with an image of the patient captured by the camera. 110.-. (canceled)11. A visualization instrument system , comprising:an introducer comprising an articulating distal end; a body;', 'a display screen mounted to the body;', 'a port configured to mate with the introducer to removably couple the introducer to the laryngoscope handle and communicate steering controls between the laryngoscope handle and the introducer; and', 'a camera coupled to a distal end of the body; and'}], 'a laryngoscope handle, comprising;'}a laryngoscope blade enclosing the camera within a channel of the laryngoscope blade.12. The system of claim 11 , comprising an endotracheal tube disposed about the introducer.13. The system of claim 11 , wherein the port is disposed on a rear surface of a housing of the display screen.14. The system of claim 11 , comprising one or more steering inputs configured to receive user input to generate the steering controls.15. The system of claim 11 , wherein the introducer comprises an introducer camera providing an introducer image to the display screen claim 11 , and further comprising an angular velocity sensor claim 11 , wherein a display characteristic of the introducer image is based on a signal from the angular velocity sensor.1620.-. (canceled)21. The system of claim 15 , wherein the display characteristic comprises an orientation ...

IMAGE PICKUP UNIT AND ELECTRONIC ENDOSCOPE INCLUDING THE IMAGE PICKUP UNIT

An image pickup unit includes: a circuit substrate electrically connected with an image pickup device that detects an image of an object, the circuit substrate including a land at least on a surface thereof; a connecting member having conductivity and fixed to the circuit substrate; a wiring connecting portion provided on the connecting member; a substrate connecting portion extended bent from a side portion of the wiring connecting portion, and electrically connected to a land; and a wiring configured to be connected to the wiring connecting portion and electrically connected to the land through the connecting member. 1. An image pickup unit comprising:an image pickup device;a circuit substrate electrically connected with the image pickup device;a connecting member having conductivity and fixed to the circuit substrate; anda cable connected to the circuit substrate and the connecting member, a bonding substrate portion electrically connected to a rear surface of the image pickup device and having an area substantially same as an area of the rear surface of the image pickup device;', 'a laminated substrate portion extended rearward from a substantially center of the bonding substrate portion;', 'a land for signal line arranged on at least a surface of the laminated substrate portion; and', 'a land for ground arranged on at least the surface of the laminated substrate portion,, 'wherein the circuit substrate includes a wiring connecting portion provided superimposed on a proximal end surface of the laminated substrate portion in parallel with the proximal end surface; and', 'a substrate connecting portion extended bent from a side portion of the wiring connecting portion, and electrically connected to the land for ground, and, 'wherein the connecting member includes a signal line configured to be connected to the land for signal line; and', 'a shield bundle formed by bundling a ground line of the cable with a shield of the signal line, a distal end of the shield ...

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgical Tool With Wireless Video Capability

A Carpal Tunnel Release (CTR) surgical tool is disclosed. The CRT tool is useable to perform CTR surgically endoscopically through an incision in the patient, and includes dedicated optical components within the tool. The tool also includes wireless communication means to broadcast video images from the camera to an external display without the use of any cabling. The CTR tool is modular, thus allowing different portions of the tool to be replaced, including a blade tip assembly. The CTR tool is comprised of components manufactured of materials that can be cleaned and sterilized using an autoclave alone, which allows the tool to be more easily and cheaply used in subsequent surgeries, and in contexts that may lack the resources and support traditionally necessary for surgery. The CTR system may simply comprise of the tool (and its cheaper replacement parts), a monitor having wireless capability, and a simple autoclave.

IMAGING NEEDLE APPARATUS

An imaging device includes a needle, an imager, and a syringe. The needle includes a tip. The imager includes a plurality of stacked integrated circuits (ICs). The syringe is coupled to the needle. 1a needle including a tip;an imager disposed on the needle, the imager including a plurality of stacked integrated circuits (ICs); anda syringe coupled to the needle.. An imaging device, comprising: The present application is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/036,609 filed May 13, 2016, which is a National Stage of International Patent Application No. PCT/US16/31319 filed on May 6, 2016, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/159,182, filed on May 8, 2015, which are incorporated by reference.Traditional surgical procedures are open procedures. In an open surgical procedure, a surgeon makes a large incision on a patient in order to view and correct physical ailments using surgical tools. Open procedures have several drawbacks. The large surgical incisions used to perform open procedures can become infected. Surgeons may damage surrounding tissues during open procedures, while trying to manipulate the surgical site. Open procedures often require patients to undergo full anesthesia, which independently increases risks of death and/or serious complications. In addition, open procedures can cause patients severe discomfort during recovery periods.In order to avoid the complications of open procedures, surgeons have developed minimally invasive surgical techniques to perform surgeries that were traditionally performed as open procedures. In contrast to open procedures, minimally invasive procedures can be performed by inserting surgical tools through small incisions in a patient's skin. Minimally invasive procedures have various advantages over open procedures, including lower infection risks, lower patient discomfort, and lower anesthesia requirements.The small incisions used in minimally invasive procedures make viewing the ...

ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT UNIT, IMAGING UNIT, IMAGING MODULE, AND ENDOSCOPE

A disclosed electronic circuit unit includes a first circuit board in which first electrode pads, mounting lands and second electrode pads are formed and that has vias and wirings; a second circuit board in which third electrode pads and dummy pads are formed and that has vias and wirings; and electronic components that are connected to the mounting lands. When the dummy pads are projected in the direction orthogonal to a surface, one of the dummy pads is overlapped one of electrodes of one of the electronic components. The mounting lands for the electronic components overlapping the dummy pads at the time of the projection are connected to, by connecting members, the second electrode pads, the wirings, and the like, the dummy pads connected to the third electrode pads by the wirings or the like. 1. An electronic circuit unit comprising:a first circuit board in which a plurality of first electrode pads are formed on a front surface and a plurality of mounting lands and a plurality of second electrode pads are formed on a back surface, the first circuit board including a plurality of vias and wirings;a second circuit board in which dummy pads and a plurality of third electrode pads that are connected to corresponding ones of the second electrode pads on the first circuit board via connecting members are formed on a front surface and that has a plurality of vias and wirings; anda plurality of electronic components that are connected to the mounting lands, whereinwhen the dummy pads are projected in the direction orthogonal to a connecting surface between the first circuit board and the second circuit board, at least part of the dummy pads overlaps at least part of electrodes of one of the plurality of electronic components, andthe mounting lands for the electronic components overlapped with the at least part of the dummy pads due to the projection are connected to the dummy pads through a predetermined path, wherein the vias and the wirings of the first circuit board ...

HEART INNER WALL CHECKING TOOL AND DEVICE FOR CHECKING HEART INNER WALL

A heart inner wall checking device comprises heart inner wall checking tool and shaft-shaped imaging tool which can be inserted into heart inner wall checking tool Heart inner wall checking tool comprises tubular main body and an inflatable balloon which is provided on the distal end of tubular main body Heart inner wall checking tool also comprises liquid injection port for injecting an inflation liquid into balloon and imaging member port for inserting shaft-shaped imaging member with which a rear side area can be checked. Balloon has transparency, which enables imaging of the outside of balloon with area image sensor and includes balloon rear portion which is capable of coming into close contact with the heart inner wall during inflation. Balloon rear portion includes liquid-exudable member which exudes the inflation liquid and supplies the inflation liquid between balloon rear portion and heart inner wall 1. A heart inner wall checking tool comprising a tubular main body and an inflatable balloon provided on the distal end of the tubular main body;wherein the heart inner wall checking tool comprises a liquid injection port for injecting a inflating liquid into the balloon and an imaging member port for inserting a shaft-shaped imaging member,the balloon possesses transparency which enables imaging of the outside of the balloon through the use of the shaft-shaped imaging member,the balloon has a balloon rear portion which is capable of coming into close contact with the heart inner wall when the balloon is inflated, andthe balloon rear portion comprises a liquid-exudable member which exudes the injected inflating liquid and supplies the inflating liquid between the balloon rear portion and the heart inner wall.2. Heart inner wall checking tool of claim 1 , wherein the shaft-shaped imaging member further comprises an imaging element on the distal end thereof claim 1 , and is capable of imaging the heart inner wall from the inner rear portion of the inflated ...

CONNECTION STRUCTURE AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS

A connection structure includes: a wiring board including a plurality of first electrodes that are arranged on a principal surface; a molded interconnect device (MID) made of a non-electroconductive resin as a base material, the MID including a side surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface being parallel to the principal surface of the wiring board and including a plurality of arranged second electrodes, and the side surface being perpendicular to the principal surface of the wiring board; and a plurality of electroconductive members each made of an electroconductive paste, each of the electroconductive members electrically connecting each of the plurality of first electrodes to each of the plurality of second electrodes, in which the plurality of electroconductive members are housed in respective reservoir sections formed by the second member and are not in contact with the non-electroconductive resin. 1. A connection structure , comprising:a first member including a plurality of first electrodes that are arranged on a principal surface;a second member that is a molded interconnect device made of a non-electroconductive resin as a base material, the second member including a side surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface being parallel to the principal surface of the first member and including a plurality of arranged second electrodes, and the side surface being perpendicular to the principal surface of the first member and including a plurality of arranged wirings respectively extended from the plurality of second electrodes; anda plurality of electroconductive members each made of an electroconductive paste, each of the electroconductive members electrically connecting each of the plurality of first electrodes to each of the plurality of second electrodes, whereinthe plurality of electroconductive members are housed in respective reservoir sections formed by the second member and are not in contact with the non-electroconductive resin.2. The ...

ENDOSCOPE CONNECTOR

An endoscope connector includes: an outer casing including an attachment hole configured to communicate between an inside and an outside of the outer casing; an electrical connector attached to the attachment hole; a first metal member disposed in the outer casing; a second metal member attached to the electrical connector; an insulating member placed between the first metal member and the second metal member, the insulating member electrically insulating the first metal member and the second metal member from each other; a capacitor fixed to the insulating member; a first conduction member fixed to the insulating member and electrically connected to one leg of the capacitor to be electrically connected to the first metal member; and a second conduction member fixed to the insulating member and electrically connected to another leg of the capacitor to be electrically connected to the second metal member. 1. An endoscope connector comprising:an outer casing including an attachment hole configured to communicate between an inside and an outside of the outer casing;an electrical connector attached to the attachment hole;a first metal member disposed in the outer casing;a second metal member attached to the electrical connector;an insulating member placed between the first metal member and the second metal member in a state in which the electrical connector is attached to the attachment hole, the insulating member electrically insulating the first metal member and the second metal member from each other;a capacitor fixed to the insulating member;a first conduction member fixed to the insulating member and electrically connected to one leg of the capacitor, the first conduction member contacting the first metal member to be electrically connected to the first metal member in the state in which the electrical connector is attached to the attachment hole; anda second conduction member fixed to the insulating member and electrically connected to another leg of the capacitor ...

CABLE CONNECTION STRUCTURE, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND ENDOSCOPE

A disclosed cable connection structure includes a circuit board that includes a first main body portion and a second main portion that includes a shield set portion, a shield connection electrode, and a plurality of core wire connection electrodes; and a plurality of coaxial cables each of which is processed such that a core wire, an internal insulator, and a shield are exposed from a tip portion in a stepwise manner, where the core wires are connected to the respective core wire connection electrodes and the shields are collectively connected to the shield connection electrode. The second main body portion and the coaxial cables are positioned within a projection plane of a front surface that is perpendicular to a principal surface of the first main body portion. 1. A cable connection structure comprising: a first main body portion that has a principal surface, and', 'a second main body portion that is arranged such that a first surface facing the principal surface comes into contact with the first main body portion, wherein the second main body is thinner than the first main body portion at least in one direction along the principal surface, and wherein the second main body has, on the side of a second surface opposed to the first surface, a shield set portion formed of a bottom portion and a wall portion that stands from at least one end portion of the bottom portion, a shield connection electrode formed at least on the bottom portion, and a plurality of core wire connection electrodes; and, 'a circuit board that includes'}a plurality of coaxial cables, each of which includes a core wire, an internal insulator that covers an outer circumference of the core wire, a shield that covers an outer circumference of the internal insulator, and an external insulator that covers an outer circumference of the shield, the coaxial cables being processed such that the core wires, the internal insulators, and the shields are exposed in a stepwise manner from tip portions ...

Methods and apparatus for cable attachment system

A cable attachment system and method for use with micro sensing component in a sterile environment. The cable attachment system may comprise a sensor, a cable connected to the sensor at a first end, a connector coupled to a second end of the cable, and a board coupled to the connector. A medical grade tubing may encase the connection of the sensor to the cable and a medical grade housing may encase the connection of the board to the connector and connected to the tubing. The medical grade housing and tubing are configured to create a sealed internal volume in the sterile environment.

MODULAR BODY CAVITY ACCESS SYSTEM

A system for accessing a body cavity, such as a paranasal sinus, may include a sinus access member and a handle. The sinus access member may include a rigid support tube, a curved shape memory member slidably disposed at least partially within the rigid support tube, a flexible tube slidably disposed over at least part of the curved shape memory member, and proximal coupling end. The handle may include an engagement mechanism at a distal end for releasably attaching to the proximal coupling end of the sinus access member, a housing for gripping with a hand, a curving slider for extending and retracting the curved shape memory member, and an extension slider for extending and retracting the flexible tube relative to the curved shape memory member and the rigid support tube. The handle may be reusable, and the sinus access member may be disposable. 149-. (canceled)50. An endoscope device for accessing and visualizing a paranasal sinus cavity of a patient , the endoscope device comprising: a middle rigid support tube;', 'an inner curved shape memory member slidably disposed at least partially within the rigid support tube, wherein a distal portion of the curved shape memory member assumes a default curved shape when advanced out of a distal end of the rigid support tube; and', 'an outer flexible tube slidably disposed over at least part of the middle rigid support tube and the inner curved shape memory member, wherein a distal portion of the outer flexible tube assumes the default curved shape of the inner curved shape memory member when the outer flexible tube resides over the distal portion of the inner curved shape memory member but assumes a default straight shape when advanced beyond the distal portion of the curved shape memory member;', a housing; and', 'at least one slider movably coupled with the housing for advancing and retracting the inner curved shape memory member and the outer flexible tube relative to the rigid support tube; and', 'a camera attached to ...

Endobronchial tube with integrated image sensor and a cleaning nozzle arrangement

An endobronchial tube which contains an integrated camera and light source and a cleaning nozzle arrangement disposed within dedicated peripheral lumen within the tube's wall.

Anastomosis Testing Device and Method

A method and apparatus for testing the integrity of an anastomosis of a bodily lumen includes a multi-lumen tubular body having a first balloon that can be positioned proximally of an anastomosis, a second balloon that can be positioned distally of the anastomosis, and an aperture on the tubular body intermediate the first and second balloons. Once the first and second balloons are inflated, they define, in concert with the surrounding bodily lumen, a region that can be used to observe integrity of the anastomosis prior to conclusion of surgery. A fluid, such as air, is introduced through the aperture to the testing region, and a camera and lights provided on the instrument facilitate observation of any behavior of the fluid indicative of leaks in the anastomosis.

REDUCTION OF ENDOSCOPE HIGH FREQUENCY LEAKAGE CURRENT USING A COMMON-MODE CHOKE

A method of operating an imaging system includes reducing common-mode current induced on a cable connected between an imaging system and an endoscope by utilizing a common-mode choke between the cable and a circuit within the endoscope, the common-mode choke being mounted within a body of the endoscope. 1. A method of operating an imaging system , the method comprising:reducing common-mode current induced on a cable connected between an imaging system and an endoscope by utilizing a common-mode choke between the cable and a circuit within the endoscope, the common-mode choke being mounted within a body of the endoscope.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:shielding a first plurality of wires of the cable with a shield enclosing the first plurality of wires, wherein the shield is connected to the common-mode choke and is electrically isolated from the body by the common-mode choke.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein:the circuit is on a circuit board; andthe common-mode choke connects the first plurality of wires to the circuitry board and the shield to a ground of the body.4. The method of claim 1 , the common-mode choke having a first winding and a last winding claim 1 , the first winding not overlapping with and separated from the last winding.5. The method of claim 1 , the common-mode choke having a plurality of non-overlapping windings.6. The method of claim 5 , the plurality of non-overlapping windings including a first winding and a last winding claim 5 , the first winding not overlapping with and separated from the last winding.7. The method of claim 1 , the common-mode choke having a second plurality of wires and a core claim 1 , the second plurality of wires having a first end and a second end claim 1 , a portion of the second plurality of wires between the first end and second end being wound around the core in non-overlapping windings and being wound so that the first end and the second end are separated from one another claim 1 , wherein wires of ...

System for Connecting and Disconnecting A Main Connector and A Main Control Unit of An Endoscope

The present specification describes systems for connecting/disconnecting a main connector of an endoscope assembly to the main control unit. In an embodiment, the system includes an elongated protruding member located on the main connector which is adapted to fit into a female fitting member placed in an opening on the surface of the main control unit wherein said female fitting member is coupled to a motor, which on activation causes the female fitting member to rotate and engage with the elongated protruding member. In an embodiment, the system includes a male bayonet component located on the main connector for connecting with a female bayonet component placed in an opening on a surface of the main control unit, wherein said female fitting member is coupled to a slidable switch through a crankshaft in the main control unit. 1. A connection system for connecting a connector to a main control unit of an endoscope , said connector comprising:an elongated protruding member adapted to fit into a receiving structure positioned on a surface of said main control unit,wherein said receiving structure is coupled to a motor which, when activated, causes said receiving structure to rotate and engage or disengage with said elongated protruding member.2. The connection system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said elongated protruding member has an outer periphery and comprises at least one protruding pin on said outer periphery claim 1 , wherein said at least one protruding pin is adapted to fit into the grooves of said receiving structure when said receiving structure is rotated.3. The connection system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said elongated protruding member is a locking guide of the main connector.4. The connection system as claimed in claim 3 , wherein said receiving structure is placed in an opening of the main control unit and said opening is for receiving the locking guide of main connector.5. The connection system as claimed in claim 1 , where said motor is ...

VIDEO ENDOSCOPE

A video endoscope including: an elongated housing; an image sensor unit arranged in the elongated housing; an optical transmitting unit arranged in the elongated housing and connected to the image sensor unit; and a through contact device, wherein the optical transmitting unit is arranged at a proximal end of the elongated housing on the through-contact device, the through-contact device penetrates through a wall of the elongated housing and the through-contact device is arranged such that it is mounted in a hermetically sealed manner in the wall of the elongated housing. 1. A video endoscope comprising:an elongated housing;an image sensor unit arranged in the elongated housing;an optical transmitting unit arranged in the elongated housing and connected to the image sensor unit; anda through contact device, wherein the optical transmitting unit is arranged at a proximal end of the elongated housing on the through-contact device, the through-contact device penetrates through a wall of the elongated housing and the through-contact device is arranged such that it is mounted in a hermetically sealed manner in the wall of the elongated housing.2. The video endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated housing is hermetically sealed.3. The video endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the image sensor unit is a video camera.4. The video endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the image sensor unit is arranged in a distal region of the elongated housing.5. The video endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the optical transmitting unit is arranged at an end region at a proximal end face of the elongated housing.6. The video endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the through-contact device is mounted on the proximal end face of the elongated housing in a plate provided on the proximal end of the elongated housing.7. The video endoscope according to claim 6 , wherein the plate is a cover plate for the elongated housing.8. The video endoscope according to claim 1 ...

SUBSTRATE CONNECTION STRUCTURE AND ENDOSCOPE

A substrate connection structure includes a tubular member, a first substrate, a second substrate, a first connector, a second connector, a first pin, and a guide member. The tubular member has a bottom portion and an opening side. The first substrate is disposed on either the bottom portion or the opening side. The second substrate is disposed on either the bottom portion or the opening side opposite to the first substrate. The first connector is disposed on the first substrate. The second connector is disposed on the second substrate and is connected to the first connector. The first pin is disposed on the first substrate. The first pin projects such as to extend from the first substrate along a direction of connection between the first connector and the second connector. The guide member is disposed on the second substrate. The guide member has a guide hole. 1. A substrate connection structure comprising:a tubular member having a bottom portion and an opening side;a first substrate disposed on either the bottom portion or the opening side in an inside of the tubular member;a second substrate disposed on either the bottom portion or the opening side opposite to the first substrate in the inside of the tubular member;a first connector disposed on the first substrate;a second connector disposed on the second substrate and connected to the first connector;a first pin disposed on the first substrate and projecting such as to extend from the first substrate along a direction of connection between the first connector and the second connector; anda guide member disposed on the second substrate and having a guide hole in which the first pin is fitted,wherein an angle generated between the first pin and the guide hole due to a fitting gap between the first pin and the guide hole when the first pin and the guide hole are fitted to each other is so set as to be not greater than an allowable angle in connection between the first connector and the second connector.2. The ...

ENDOSCOPE IMAGING APPARATUS AND ENDOSCOPE

An imaging apparatus includes: an image sensor having a photodetecting surface which crosses a longitudinal axis of an insertion unit of an endoscope; and a circuit board which is mounted with the image sensor and includes: a sensor mounting portion which has plural sensor connection lands to which respective terminals of the image sensor are connected and faces a back surface, opposite to the photodetecting surface, of the image sensor; and a polygonal-prism-shaped cable connection portion which has plural cable connection lands being electrically continuous with the respective sensor connection lands and extends parallel with the longitudinal axis, wherein an outline of the cable connection portion is smaller than an outline of the sensor mounting portion when viewed from a distant point on an axis of the cable connection portion, and the cable connection lands are formed on plural side surfaces of the cable connection portion in a distributed manner. 1. An endoscope imaging apparatus which is installed in a tip portion of an insertion unit of an endoscope , comprising:an image sensor having a photodetecting surface which crosses a longitudinal axis of the insertion unit; and a sensor mounting portion which has plural sensor connection lands to which respective terminals of the image sensor are connected and faces a back surface, opposite to the photodetecting surface, of the image sensor; and', 'a polygonal-prism-shaped cable connection portion which has plural cable connection lands being electrically continuous with the respective sensor connection lands and extends parallel with the longitudinal axis,, 'a circuit board which is mounted with the image sensor and compriseswherein an outline of the cable connection portion is smaller than an outline of the sensor mounting portion when viewed from a distant point on an axis of the cable connection portion, and the cable connection lands are formed on plural side surfaces of the cable connection portion in a ...

LARYNGOSCOPE WITH BLADE LOCKING MECHANISM

A laryngoscope assembly having a handle for connection with a laryngoscope blade and wherein the handle includes an additional mechanism for securing the blade to the handle. A locking mechanism is a spring provided for holding the blade in position on the handle and preventing side to side movement of the blade with respect to the handle. 1. A handle for operably supporting a laryngoscope blade , the handle comprising a base and a head with a length extending therebetween wherein the head comprises a crossbar for operably supporting the laryngoscope blade and a locking mechanism for engaging with the laryngoscope blade to prevent or eliminate side to side movement of the laryngoscope blade supported on the crossbar during use.2. The handle of wherein the head comprises two opposing side arms spaced laterally apart and extending upwardly from a connection with length extending therefrom where the crossbar extends between the side arms and wherein the locking mechanism is positioned on one of the opposing side arms.3. The handle of wherein the locking mechanism comprises a spring.4. The handle of wherein the spring is positioned on an inner facing surface of one opposing side arm for stabilizing the blade with respect to side to side movement along the crossbar.5. The handle of wherein the base supports a battery for powering a light source and the base further comprises a cap for access to the battery.6. The handle of wherein the handle is configured for supporting disposable blades of different sizes.7. The handle of wherein the head further comprises a mechanism for mechanically engaging the handle with the blade and electrically engaging a battery supported by the handle with a light source positioned on the blade.8. A laryngoscope having a handle for connection with a disposable laryngoscope blade wherein the handle is a housing comprising a first mechanism for operable connection with the laryngoscope blade and wherein the first mechanism secures the ...

Tip part assembly for an endoscope

A method of manufacture of a tip part assembly for an endoscope having a proximal end and a distal end opposite from the proximal end, the method including: providing a bending section having a proximal end and a distal end, providing a camera assembly including a camera module, providing a substantially tubular circumferential wall having a proximal end and a distal end opposite from the proximal end, providing a distal end wall, arranging the camera module to be held by or attached to the distal end wall, manufacturing a housing by adjoining the distal end wall to the distal end of the circumferential wall, the housing including the circumferential wall and the distal end wall and enclosing a spacing that houses at least a portion of the camera module, and adjoining the distal end of the bending section and the proximal end of the housing.

TIP PART ASSEMBLY FOR AN ENDOSCOPE

A tip part assembly for an endoscope, a method for assembling the tip part assembly, and an endoscope including the tip part assembly. The tip part assembly includes a flexible printed circuit having connection points, a camera module including a connection surface comprising connection points arranged in a first connection point pattern for electrical communication with the connection points of the flexible printed circuit, and a converter circuit board including a first surface including connection points arranged substantially in the first connection point pattern and a second surface including connection points arranged in a second connection point pattern being different than the first connection point pattern, wherein the first surface connection points are connected to the connection surface connection points, and wherein the second surface connection points are connected to the connection points of the flexible printed circuit. 1. An endoscope comprising: a housing having an inner surface;', 'a camera module positioned in the housing and having connection points in a first connection point pattern, the camera module having an upper surface adjacent the inner surface of the housing and a lower surface opposite the upper surface, a distance from the upper surface to the lower surface defining a height of the camera module;', 'a converter circuit board comprising a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, the first surface comprising connection points arranged in the first connection point pattern and electrically connected to the connection points of the camera module, and the second surface comprising connection points arranged in a second connection point pattern; and', 'a flexible circuit comprising connection points arranged in the second connection point pattern and electrically connected to the connection points on the second surface of the converter circuit board,', 'wherein none of the connection points in the second connection ...

TIP PART ASSEMBLY FOR AN ENDOSCOPE

A tip part assembly for an endoscope having a proximal end and a distal end positioned oppositely from the proximal end, the tip part assembly including: a working channel extending in a longitudinal direction extending from the proximal end toward the distal end, and a camera assembly including a flexible printed circuit and a camera module having an image sensor, a lens, and a proximal connection surface, wherein the camera module is positioned above the working channel in a top-down direction providing a lateral direction extending laterally from both the camera module and the working channel, and wherein the flexible printed circuit continues from a connection to the connection surface of the camera module in the lateral direction into a first fold of the flexible printed circuit toward the proximal end of the tip part assembly. 1. An endoscope comprising: a working channel extending in a longitudinal direction, the longitudinal direction extending from the proximal end toward the distal end;', 'a camera assembly including a flexible printed circuit and a camera module, the camera module having an image sensor and a lens and extending in the longitudinal direction, the camera module positioned above the working channel in a top-down direction and having a proximal connection surface; and, 'a tip assembly having a proximal end opposite a distal end and includingwherein the flexible printed circuit comprises a first portion overlapping the proximal connection surface and a first fold extending laterally from the first portion and toward the proximal end.2. The endoscope of claim 1 , wherein a symmetry plane passes through a longitudinally extending centre line of the working channel and through the camera module claim 1 , wherein the flexible printed circuit comprises a second portion extending proximally from the first fold.3. The endoscope of claim 2 , further comprising a flexible printed circuit support having a proximal end and a distal end claim 2 , the ...

SINGLE-USE, PORT DEPLOYABLE ARTICULATING ENDOSCOPE

The multi-section deployable and articulating endoscope is designed with tubing and flat cables that are small enough that the endoscope becomes a thin stick that is minimally invasive and usable with other devices in a common port. The endoscope includes very thin flat cables that are used for electrical connectivity and threaded above and below an articulation and deployment hinge for opening the endoscope passively using an adjustable tension spring, or by pulling on a first cable and closing the endoscope by pulling on a second cable, When in a tubular configuration the endoscope may be inserted into the port and an insufflation membrane inside the port forms an air seal with the endoscope, which aids in insufflation and desufflation. 1. A device comprising:a deployable housing with a hinge rotation relative to a secondary section, forming a first aperture and a second aperture on the side of a distal section of the device,a light source positioned inside the first aperture that is coupled to the housing, the light source for illuminating the body cavity;a digital camera sensor positioned inside the second aperture that is coupled to the housing, the camera for capturing images;a control unit in the secondary section; anda first thin flat cable and a second thin flat cable electrically coupled with the digital camera sensor and the light source, the first thin flat cable and the second thin flat cable are used to provide power to the digital camera sensor and light source, and transmit control and video signals back and forth from the control unit to and from the digital camera sensor.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first thin flat cable or the second thin flat cable or a third thin flat cable is physically fixed at the distal section claim 1 , and adjustably connected to a tension spring at a proximal section claim 1 , holding the distal section rotational hinge in a specific angle from a midsection of the device.3. The device of claim 1 , further ...

PLUG, CONNECTOR, ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS, AND ENDOSCOPE

A plug of a connector for connecting an optical waveguide provided in a medical instrument includes: a coupling portion configured to be inserted into a receptacle of the connector; a connecting surface formed at an end in a first direction in which the coupling portion is inserted into the receptacle; an opening portion provided on the connecting surface, the opening portion having a recessed shape; and a holding portion configured to hold the optical waveguide such that an end face of the optical waveguide is directed in the first direction. The holding portion and the optical waveguide are disposed on a side of a second direction with respect to the connecting surface, the second direction being opposite to the first direction. 1. A plug of a connector for connecting one or a plurality of optical waveguides provided in a medical instrument , the plug comprising:a coupling portion configured to be inserted into a receptacle of the connector;a connecting surface formed at an end in a first direction of the coupling portion, the first direction being a direction in which the coupling portion is inserted into the receptacle;an opening portion provided on the connecting surface, the opening portion having a recessed shape; anda holding portion disposed in the opening portion, the holding portion being configured to hold the one or the plurality of optical waveguides such that an end face of each of the one or the plurality of optical waveguides is directed in the first direction,wherein the holding portion and the one or the plurality of optical waveguides are disposed on a side of a second direction with respect to the connecting surface, the second direction being opposite to the first direction.2. The plug according to claim 1 , wherein a position of the coupling portion is fixed with respect to the holding portion.3. The plug according to claim 1 , whereinthe holding portion has a pillar shape extending along the first direction, the holding portion including a ...

ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM

An endoscope system () for imaging an interior of a patient () comprises an endoscope tube (), an imaging unit () for imaging the interior of the patient, wherein the imaging unit is at least partially located inside the endoscope tube, and an optical coherence tomography unit (), wherein said imaging unit () is distinct from the OCT unit (), and wherein a sample arm () of the OCT unit is at least partially located inside the endoscope tube. 1300180300. An endoscope system () for imaging a sample () , an inner part of a patient , or an organ , wherein the endoscope system () comprises:{'b': '310', 'an endoscope tube (),'}{'b': 350', '350', '310, 'an imaging unit () for imaging the inner part of the patient, wherein the imaging unit () is at least partially located inside the endoscope tube (), and'}{'b': 360', '350', '360, 'an optical coherence tomography unit (; OCT unit), wherein said imaging unit () is distinct from the OCT unit (), and'}{'b': 360', '360', '310, 'i': 'c', 'wherein a sample arm () of the OCT unit () is at least partially located inside the endoscope tube ().'}2300392360350. The endoscope system () according to claim 1 , further comprising a screen () for displaying one or more images based on processed data from of the OCT unit () and/or data from the imaging unit ().3300341342. The endoscope system () according to claim 1 , further comprising an OCT unit cable () claim 1 , and/or an imaging unit cable () claim 1 , wherein{'b': 341', '360', '360, 'i': 'c', 'the OCT unit cable () comprises a fiber optic cable as a part of the sample arm () of the OCT unit (), and wherein'}{'b': 342', '310', '350, 'i': 'b', 'the imaging unit cable () couples the endoscope tube () with an image processing unit ().'}4300340340341342. The endoscope system () according to claim 1 , comprising a connection cable () claim 1 , wherein the connection cable () comprises the OCT unit cable () and the imaging unit cable ().5300340341342310340341342310360350cccb. The endoscope ...

IMAGING DEVICE, DRIVE SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT METHOD, AND ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM

An imaging device includes: an imaging unit; a drive signal generation unit configured to generate and output a plurality of drive signals for driving the imaging unit; a differential converter configured to convert one of the plurality of drive signals into a differential signal; a pair of signal lines configured to transmit the differential signal and configured such that impedance matching does not occur at a terminal of one of the pair of signal lines; and an adjustment unit configured to send a detecting signal to the one of the pair of signal lines, and to adjust characteristics of at least one of the plurality of drive signals based on a time period from when the detecting signal is sent until the detecting signal is reflected and returned from the terminal of the one of the pair of signal lines. 1. An imaging device comprising:an imaging unit;a drive signal generation unit configured to generate and output a plurality of drive signals for driving the imaging unit;a differential converter configured to convert one of the plurality of drive signals into a differential signal;a pair of signal lines configured to transmit the differential signal and configured such that impedance matching does not occur at a terminal of one of the pair of signal lines; andan adjustment unit configured to send a detecting signal to the one of the pair of signal lines, and to adjust characteristics of at least one of the plurality of drive signals based on a time period from when the detecting signal is sent until the detecting signal is reflected and returned from the terminal of the one of the pair of signal lines.2. The imaging device according to claim 1 , whereinone of the plurality of drive signals is a clock signal,the differential converter is configured to convert the clock signal into the differential signal, andthe adjustment unit is configured to change amplitude of the clock signal.3. The imaging device according to claim 1 , whereinone of the plurality of drive ...

CABLE CONNECTION STRUCTURE AND ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

A cable connection structure includes: a cable having a core and a jacket made of an insulating material to cover the core; and a substrate connected with the cable. The substrate includes: a base material made of an insulating material; an external connection electrode formed on a surface of the base material and connected with the core; and a via provided in the base material and having an end exposed from a mounting surface of the substrate on which the cable is mounted, the via being connected with the external connection electrode. The via is provided at least at one of both ends of a surface of the external connection electrode perpendicular to an axial direction of the cable, on a proximal end side of the cable. 1. A cable connection structure comprising:a cable having a core and a jacket made of an insulating material to cover the core; anda substrate connected with the cable, wherein a base material made of an insulating material;', 'an external connection electrode formed on a surface of the base material and connected with the core; and', 'a via provided in the base material and having an end exposed from a mounting surface of the substrate on which the cable is mounted, the via being connected with the external connection electrode, wherein, 'the substrate comprisesthe via is provided at least at one of both ends of a surface of the external connection electrode perpendicular to an axial direction of the cable, on a proximal end side of the cable.2. The cable connection structure according to claim 1 , whereinone end of the surface of the external connection electrode on the proximal end side of the cable is located at a center of the via exposed from the substrate,a part of a surface of the via exposed from the substrate does not contact with the external connection electrode, andthe substrate further comprises a solder resist layer on the base material so as to cover the both ends of the surface of the external connection electrode perpendicular to the ...

Reduced area imaging device incorporated within endoscopic devices

A reduced area imaging device is provided for use in medical or dental instruments such as an endoscope. The imaging device is provided in various configurations, and connections between the imaging device elements and a video display may be achieved by wired or wireless connections. A connector assembly located near the imaging device interconnects the imaging device to an image/power cable extending through the endoscope. The connector provides strain relief and stabilization for electrically interconnecting the imager to the cable. The connector also serves as the structure for anchoring the distal ends of steering wires extending through the body of the endoscopic device. The connector includes a strain relief member mounted over a body of the connector. The connector allows a steering wire capability without enlarging the profile of the distal tip of the endoscopic device.

Endoscope

An endoscope includes a mounting and detaching section, terminals that, when an adapter is mounted on an outer circumference, come into contact with an identification resistor provided in the adapter and having different resistance values for each of adapters, a lead wire that energizes the identification resistor via the terminals, and a flexible board electrically connected to the terminals in the mounting and detaching section and electrically connected to a distal end of the lead wire in a position behind the mounting and detaching section.

Medical device system including guide rod illumination

A medical device system is provided. The medical device system includes a flexible guide rod having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, the flexible guide rod configured to be inserted into a passage of a respiratory system of a subject, the flexible guide rod comprising a visible light emitter configured to emit light at the distal end portion of the flexible guide rod, wherein the visible light emitter is configured to emit visible light within the passage of the respiratory system such that the emitted visible light transmits in the subject and is visible outside the subject for use in determining the location of the distal end portion of the flexible guide rod within the respiratory system, and a medical device slidably movable along the flexible guide rod to position the medical device in the passage of the respiratory system, the medical device including an elongate body having proximal and distal end portions, and a balloon at the distal end portion of the elongate body configured for selective expansion to apply a force against a portion of the respiratory system. 1. A medical device system comprising:a flexible guide rod having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, the flexible guide rod configured to be inserted into a passage of a respiratory system of a subject, the flexible guide rod comprising a visible light emitter configured to emit light at the distal end portion of the flexible guide rod, wherein the visible light emitter is configured to emit visible light within the passage of the respiratory system such that the emitted visible light transmits in the subject and is visible outside the subject for use in determining the location of the distal end portion of the flexible guide rod within the respiratory system; anda medical device slidably movable along the flexible guide rod to position the medical device in the passage of the respiratory system, the medical device including an elongate body having proximal and distal end ...

MEDICAL DEVICE WITH ELECTRICALLY ISOLATED COMMUNICATION INTERFACE

The present disclosure relates generally to medical devices and, more particularly, to medical devices with electrical connectors. In one embodiment, a medical device may include a medical connector having one or more contacts configured to enable communication between the medical device and a medical monitor according to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard. The medical connector may also include an interface region disposed at least partially about the one or more contacts. The interface region may be configured to physically couple to a mating connector of the medical monitor. Additionally, the interface region may include a geometry or a dimension that does not comply with the USB standard. 1. A medical connector , comprising:one or more contacts configured to enable communication between a medical device and a medical monitor according to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard; andan interface region disposed at least partially about the one or more contacts and configured to enable the medical connector to physically couple to a mating connector of the medical monitor, wherein the interface region comprises a geometry or a dimension that does not comply with the USB standard.2. The medical connector of claim 1 , wherein the interface region prevents the medical connector from connecting to a USB port in compliance with the USB standard.3. The medical connector of claim 1 , wherein the interface region comprises a height or a width that is larger than a height or a width claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , specified by the USB standard.4. The medical connector of claim 1 , wherein the interface region comprises an irregular geometry.5. The medical connector of claim 1 , wherein the interface region comprises a first surface and a second surface disposed on opposite sides of the one or more contacts claim 1 , wherein the first and second surface are not parallel and have different respective lengths.6. The medical connector of claim 1 , wherein the interface region ...

CONNECTED MEDICAL DEVICES

A medical assembly comprising a first imaging device comprising a first handle and a first shaft extending distally from the first handle, a second imaging device comprising a second handle and a second shaft extending distally from the second handle, and an imaging unit, wherein the first imaging device further comprises a first imager at a distal end of the first shaft, a first cable extending from the first handle for connection to the imaging unit, and a first connector, wherein the second imaging device further comprises a second imager at a distal end of the second shaft and a second connector, and wherein the first connector and the second connector are configured to connect, thereby transmitting imaging data from the second imager to the imaging unit via the first cable. 1. A medical assembly , comprising:a first imaging device comprising a first handle and a first shaft extending distally from the first handle;a second imaging device comprising a second handle and a second shaft extending distally from the second handle; andan imaging unit,wherein the first imaging device further comprises a first imager at a distal end of the first shaft, a first cable extending from the first handle for connection to the imaging unit, and a first connector,wherein the second imaging device further comprises a second imager at a distal end of the second shaft and a second connector, andwherein the first connector and the second connector are configured to connect, thereby transmitting imaging data from the second imager to the imaging unit via the first cable.2. The medical assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first connector is electrically connected to the first imager claim 1 , and the second connector is electrically connected to the second imager.3. The medical assembly of claim 1 , wherein the imaging unit includes a single physical unit housing a controller configured to process the imaging data from the first imager and the imaging data from the second imager.4. The ...

PORTABLE ENDOSCOPE WITH DISPOSABLE STEERABLE CANNULA

A handheld endoscope has a disposable, single-use portion that includes a fluid hub, cannula, distal tip and is steerable by the operator though actuation of one or two levers. The endoscope also includes re-usable portion that has a handle and display module. The distal tip includes LED illumination and an imaging module that feeds live video to the display module that is rotatable to allow viewing by the operator and others. The single-use and re-usable portions mate and un-mate with each other via physically separated mechanical and electrical connectors. The single use portion can include grasper device that can be actuated by an operator using an actuation tab. 1. An endoscope comprising:a steering actuation hub and a cannula extending distally therefrom and having a bendable distal portion;a pistol-grip handle to which the steering actuation hub and the cannula releasably attach to form said endoscope;a lever mounted to the endoscope for pivoting motion about a pivot axis transverse to said longitudinal axis;wherein said lever is positioned to be engaged by a person holding said handle in a pistol-like grip; andcables operatively connecting said lever with a distal portion of the cannula to cause said bendable portion of the cannula to bend relative to a longitudinal axis of the cannula in response to pivoting said lever about said pivot axis.2. The endoscope of claim 1 , further including an upwardly extending lever also positioned to be engaged by a person holding said handle in a pistol-like grip claim 1 , and a connecting structure inside said steering actuation hub rigidly connecting to each other the upwardly and downwardly extending levers.3. The endoscope of claim 2 , in which said connecting structure comprises a wheel internally mounted in said steering actuation hub for rotation about said pivot axis claim 2 , wherein said upwardly and downwardly extending levers are rigidly secured to said pivot wheel.4. The endoscope of claim 2 , in which said ...

MINIMIZE IMAGE SENSOR I/O AND CONDUCTOR COUNTS IN ENDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS

The disclosure extends to systems and methods for reducing the area of an image sensor by employing bi-directional pads used for both image data issuance and configuration command reception and internal supply voltage generation, for reducing the number of conductors in an endoscope system. 136-. (canceled)37. An endoscopic device comprising: a plurality of on-chip registers for configuring operation of the image sensor; and', 'a plurality of bi-directional pads connected to the image sensor which operate as pads to input and output digital data from the image sensor such that the number of pads necessary to exchange the input and output of digital data in the image sensor is reduced by combining digital input and output functionality into the same bidirectional pads;, 'an image sensor, having an area sufficient to be located near a tip of a distal end of the endoscopic device, the image sensor comprisingwherein each of the plurality of bi-directional pads have an output state and an input state for respectively sending and receiving data;wherein electronic communication between a control circuit and the image sensor is performed through each of the bidirectional pads in a plurality of phases.38. The endoscopic device of claim 37 , wherein image data and non-image data are output from the image sensor through the plurality of bi-directional pads when the bi-directional pads are in the output state.39. The endoscopic device of claim 37 , wherein control commands are input to the image sensor through the bi-directional pads for the operation of the image sensor when the bi-directional pads are in the input state.40. The endoscopic device of claim 37 , wherein the image sensor automatically switches between the output state and the input state for each of the plurality of bi-directional pads.41. The endoscopic device of claim 37 , a state identifier that identifies what state each bi-directional pad of the plurality of bi-directional pads are in during an operation ...

ENDOBRONCHIAL TUBE WITH INTEGRATED IMAGE SENSOR

An endobronchial tube including: a first lumen having an open distal end with a first inflatable cuff; a second lumen having an open distal end with a second inflatable cuff; a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen and including an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent to the distal end of said first lumen, and configured to provide an image of the Tracheal bifurcation of the Tracheal Carina, the openings of the Left Bronchial branch, and the opening Right Bronchial branch; and at least one dedicated cleaning lumen disposed parallel with said dedicated image sensor lumen along the length of said endobronchial tube and configured to form a cleaning nozzle at the distal end directed toward said image sensor lumen at its distal end. 1. An endobronchial tube comprising at least two lumens of different lengths for selectively associating with a patient about at least two locations relative to the Tracheal Carina , said tube comprising:a. a first lumen having an open distal end adapted to associate proximally to the Carina within the Trachea, with a first inflatable cuff;b. a second lumen having an open distal end adapted to extend distally, past the Carina and associate within one of the Left Bronchial branch and Right Bronchial branch with a second inflatable cuff;c. a dedicated image sensor lumen spanning the length of said first lumen, located within a wall of said tube between said first lumen and said second lumen, the dedicated image sensor lumen comprising an image sensor and illumination source disposed adjacent the distal end of said first lumen, and configured to provide an image of the Tracheal bifurcation of the Tracheal Carina, the openings of the Left Bronchial branch, and the opening Right Bronchial branch; andd. at least one dedicated cleaning lumen disposed parallel with said dedicated image sensor lumen along the length of said endobronchial tube, disposed within said wall of said tube between said first ...

Surgical instrument inspection system

An inspection system for inspecting a surgical instrument lumen at a cleaning station. The system includes a waterproof housing and a waterproof borescope assembly. The housing carries an image processor electronically connected to a display screen, and provides an imaging port. The borescope assembly includes a borescope, an image sensor and a connector assembly. The connector assembly is configured to selectively connect with the imaging port. When connected, signals from the image sensor are delivered to the image processor. A cleaning implement (e.g., wipe) is optionally provided with the borescope. During a cleaning operation, the inspection system is located in close proximity to cleaning liquid, affording the operator the ability to inspect lumen(s) of the surgical instrument throughout the cleaning operation without fear of damaging the inspection system. The borescope assembly can be disconnected from the housing and repeatedly sterilized or disinfected.

ENDOSCOPE ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC ADAPTOR

An endoscope system including an endoscope including an endoscope electro-pneumatic connection assembly having a leak test port, an endoscope electro-optic subsystem which is connectable to the endoscope via the endoscope electro-pneumatic connection assembly in a manner which precludes access to the leak test port when the endoscope electro-optic subsystem and the endoscope are connected at the electro-pneumatic connection assembly and an electro-pneumatic adaptor, which is connectable to the endoscope at the electro-pneumatic connection assembly and includes an adaptor electro-pneumatic connection assembly, including a leak test port connector for connection to the leak test port of the endoscope, an adaptor electrical port assembly to which the endoscope electro-optic subsystem is connectable and a pneumatic port. 131-. (canceled)32. An electro-pneumatic adaptor for use with an endoscope including an endoscope electro-pneumatic connection assembly having a leak test port , said electro-pneumatic adaptor being connectable to said endoscope at said electro-pneumatic connection assembly and comprising:an adaptor electro-pneumatic connection assembly, including a leak test port connector for connection to said leak test port of said endoscope;an adaptor electrical port assembly; anda pneumatic port.33. An electro-pneumatic adaptor according to and wherein said pneumatic port includes a pneumatic connector assembly.34. An electro-pneumatic adaptor according to and wherein said electro-pneumatic adaptor is connectable to said endoscope at said electro-pneumatic connection assembly.35. An electro-pneumatic adaptor according to and wherein said leak test port communicates with an interior volume of said endoscope.36. An electro-pneumatic adaptor according to and wherein said adaptor electro-pneumatic connection assembly comprises:a pneumatic connector portion for connection to said endoscope electro-pneumatic connection assembly; anda leak test port connector for ...

PLUG FOR ENDOSCOPE

Plug for endoscope includes a flexible tube-shaped sheath through which a plurality of wires are inserted. The plurality of wires is connected to an insertion tip portion having an image capturing portion. The plug includes a housing having a substrate accommodation portion and a sheath introduced portion. The substrate accommodation portion accommodates a substrate, a base end aperture portion of the sheath passed through an opening of the housing is arranged in the sheath introduced portion, and a part of the plurality of wires derived from the base end aperture portion is connected to the substrate. A liquid intrusion prevention wall is provided to stand on a bottom wall of the housing, and the bottom wall is arranged under the base end aperture portion of the sheath in a substantially vertical direction, and the substrate accommodation portion and the sheath introduced portion are spatially isolated from each other. 1. A plug for endoscope comprising:a flexible tube-shaped sheath through which a plurality of wires are inserted, the plurality of wires being connected to an insertion tip portion having an image capturing portion; anda housing having a substrate accommodation portion and a sheath introduced portion,wherein the substrate accommodation portion accommodates a substrate, a base end aperture portion of the sheath passed through an opening of the housing is arranged in the sheath introduced portion, and a part of the plurality of wires derived from the base end aperture portion is connected to the substrate;wherein a liquid intrusion prevention wall is provided to stand on a bottom wall of the housing, and the bottom wall is arranged under side of the base end aperture portion of the sheath in a substantially vertical direction, and the substrate accommodation portion and the sheath introduced portion are spatially isolated from each other.2. A plug for endoscope comprising:a flexible tube-shaped sheath through which a plurality of wires are inserted, ...

ENDOSCOPE

There is provided an endoscope which can perform non-contact electric power supply and non-contact signal transmission and of which assembly, repair, and maintenance can be easily performed. A power receiving unit, an image signal transmission unit, and an endoscope side signal transmission and reception unit are disposed in the space (hollow structure) of a first connector of an endoscope. The first connector of the endoscope includes a first connector case and a second connector case disposed in order from a side of the second connector, and a division line between the first and second connector cases includes an inclined portion that is inclined with respect to an insertion direction of the first and second connectors. 1. An endoscope , having:an image pick-up unit provided in a distal portion;a light guide for transmitting light to the distal portion; anda first connector that is connected to a second connector of an endoscope processor device and that performs electric power reception, control signal communication, and image signal communication in a non-contact manner between the endoscope and the endoscope processor device in order to drive the image pick-up unit, wherein the first connector has a hollow structure determining an internal space and includes a power receiving unit that receives electric power from a power supply unit in a non-contact manner, an image signal transmission unit that transmits an image signal of the image pick-up unit in a non-contact manner, and an endoscope side signal transmission and reception unit that transmits and receives a control signal for controlling the image pick-up unit in a non-contact manner, the power receiving unit, the image signal transmission unit, and the endoscope side signal transmission and reception unit being disposed in the hollow structure,wherein the first connector includes a first connector case and a second connector case disposed in order from a side of the second connector, and a division line ...

ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM, ENDOSCOPE, AND ENDOSCOPE CONNECTOR

There are provided an endoscope system capable of suppressing an increase in the size of a first connector of an endoscope and of performing non-contact electric power supply and non-contact signal transmission, an endoscope, and an endoscope connector. A power receiving unit and a power supply unit are disposed opposite to each other along an insertion direction of first and second connectors, and an image signal transmission unit and an image signal receiving unit are disposed opposite to each other along the insertion direction of the first and second connectors. A first circuit board is disposed on the opposite side to the power supply unit with respect to the power receiving unit so as to partially overlap the power receiving unit in the insertion direction. The power receiving unit and the image signal transmission unit are disposed so as not to overlap each other in the insertion direction. 1. An endoscope system , comprising:an endoscope; andan endoscope processor device,wherein the endoscope includes an image pick-up unit provided in a distal portion, a light guide for transmitting light to the distal portion, and a first connector that is connected to a second connector of the endoscope processor device in order to perform electric power reception, control signal communication, and image signal communication in a non-contact manner between the endoscope and the endoscope processor device, the first connector includes a power receiving unit that receives electric power from a power supply unit in a non-contact manner, a first circuit board on which an image signal transmission unit that transmits an image signal of the image pick-up unit in a non-contact manner is mounted, and a second circuit board on which an endoscope side signal transmission and reception unit that transmits and receives a control signal for controlling the image pick-up unit in a non-contact manner is mounted, andthe endoscope processor device includes a light source for supplying ...

Endoscope Having a Supply Cable Attached Thereto

The present specification describes a medical endoscope, such as but not limited to a gastroscope, a colonoscope or a bronchoscope. In particular, the present specification describes an endoscope having a supply cable that includes a coupling element dividing the supply cable into a first section and a second section capable of rotating relative to each other, wherein the endoscope system further includes a control unit or endoscope handle and a main connector or supply plug connected to opposite ends of the supply cable. 1. An endoscope supply cable comprising:a first section of the supply cable, wherein the first section has a length of at least 10 centimetres, a first end and a second end;a second section of the supply cable, wherein the second section has a length of at least 10 centimetres, a first end and a second end; a first coupling component attached to the first end of the first section;', 'a second coupling component attached to the second end of the second section;', 'a groove extending around at least a portion of an outer periphery of the first coupling component; and', 'a carriage configured to movable in said groove, wherein the carriage is coupled to the second coupling component., 'a coupling element for connecting the first end of the first section with the second end of the second section, wherein the coupling element is configured to enable the first section to rotate relative to the second section and wherein the coupling element further comprises2. The endoscope supply cable as claimed in wherein the groove is located within a rotator component that is positioned concentrically around the outer periphery of the first coupling component.3. The endoscope supply cable as claimed in wherein the first and the second coupling components are cylindrical in shape.4. The endoscope supply cable as claimed in wherein a diameter of a portion of the second coupling component is greater than a diameter of a portion of the first coupling component claim 3 , ...

Scanner device with replaceable scanning-tips

The present disclosure provides a scanning system for scanning an object, including a scanner device including an image sensor for acquiring images; a mounting-interface for detachably mounting at least one of a plurality of types of scanning-tips, wherein each of the plurality of types scanning-tips is configured for providing light to the object in an illumination-mode that differs for each of the plurality of types of scanning-tips.

ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope includes: an insertion portion to be inserted into a subject; a distal end portion that is arranged on a distal end side of the insertion portion, the distal end portion including as imager and an actuator; an operating portion that is arranged on a proximal end side of the insertion portion, the operating portion including a relay substrate that is electrically connected to the imager and the actuator via a first cable; a connector substrate that is electrically connected to the relay substrate via a second cable; and a proximal end portion including a connector. The first cable includes a first actuator signal line. The second cable includes a second actuator signal line. The second actuator signal line has a larger outer diameter than an outer diameter of the first actuator signal line. 1. An endoscope comprising:an insertion portion to be inserted into a subject;a distal end portion that is arranged on a distal end side of the insertion portion, the distal end portion including an imager and an actuator, the imager being configured to adjust a focal point and generate an imaging signal by capturing an image of an object, the actuator being configured to adjust a focal point of the imager based on a driving signal that is input from outside;an operating portion that is arranged on a proximal end side of the insertion portion, the operating portion including a relay substrate that is electrically connected to the imager and the actuator via a first cable;a connector substrate that is electrically connected to the relay substrate via a second cable; anda proximal end portion including a connector configured to receive input of the driving signal from a processing device and output the imaging signal to the processing device, whereinthe first cable includes a first actuator signal line that transmits the driving signal from the relay substrate to the actuator,the second cable includes a second actuator signal line that transmits the driving signal from ...

ENDOSCOPE DEVICE

An endoscope device includes a hollow tube, a thermal-conductive member, an image-capturing module, and a heat-dissipation tube. The hollow tube includes an insertion end. The thermal-conductive member is in the hollow tube and adjacent to the insertion end. The thermal-conductive member includes a first end, a second end, and a receiving groove. The first end is near to the insertion end as compared with the second end, and the receiving groove is between the first end and the second end. The image-capturing module includes a camera module and a circuit board in the receiving groove. The camera module is at the insertion end and electrically connected to the circuit board. The first end contacts the camera module. The heat-dissipation tube is in the hollow tube. One end of the heat-dissipation tube contacts the thermal conductive member, and the other end of the heat-dissipation tube extends away from the insertion end. 1. An endoscope device comprising:A hollow tube comprising an insertion end;a thermal conductive member disposed in the hollow tube and adjacent to the insertion end, wherein the thermal conductive member comprises a first end, a second end, and a receiving groove, the first end is near to the insertion end as compared with the second end, and the receiving groove is located between the first end and the second end;an image capturing module comprising a camera module and a circuit board, wherein the circuit board is received in the receiving groove, the camera module is disposed at the insertion end and electrically connected to the circuit board, the first end of the thermal conductive member contacts the camera module; anda heat dissipation tube disposed in the hollow tube, wherein one of two ends of the heat dissipation tube contacts the thermal conductive member, and the other end of the thermal conductive member extends away from the insertion end.2. The endoscope device according to claim 1 , wherein the camera module comprises at least one ...

MINIMALLY INVASIVE ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope in which a reusable part is inserted into a sheath of a single-use portion that includes a needle with an imaging module at its tip and a part of the reusable portion that is not covered by the sheath is covered with a flexible cap that initially was sterile and covered the open end of the sheath, whereby the entire reusable portion is covered and sealed from the environment by the cap and the sheath during a medical procedure. 1. An endoscope comprising:a single-use portion that comprises (a) an elongated, hollow, funnel-shaped sheath that has an open proximal end and (b) a needle that extends distally from a distal end of the sheath and has an imaging module at a distal end of the needle;a reusable portion that comprises a proximal part and an elongated distal part that is configured to fit inside said sheath through said open proximal end of the sheath;a first connector inside said sheath that is coupled with said imaging module and a second connector at said distal part of the reusable portion;wherein said connectors electrically couple to each other when the distal part of the reusable portion is in said sheath;wherein the sheath overlies a majority of the length of said reusable portion when the endoscope is assembled with the distal part of the reusable portion in the sheath and the connectors in electrical contact with each other; andelectronics in said reusable portion configured to communicate with said imaging module in the needle, including for processing image data from said imaging module, and to send image data for remote display at a unit physically uncoupled from the endoscope.2. The endoscope of claim 1 , including a sterile cap that releasably seals said open end of the sheath before the single-use and reusable portions are assembled to form the endoscope.3. The endoscope of claim 1 , including a cap that releasably covers and seals said proximal portion of the reusable portion and wherein the sheath covers the distal part of the ...

ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS AND ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope apparatus includes an endoscope including a cable and a sensor and a processor. The endoscope includes a differential amplifying section configured to differentially amplify an output signal from the sensor. The processor includes a power supply circuit configured to generate a reference voltage supplied to the differential amplifying section. The reference voltage generated by the power supply circuit of the processor is supplied to the differential amplifying section of the endoscope via the cable. An output signal of the differential amplifying section is detected by the processor via the cable. 1. An endoscope apparatus comprising:an endoscope including a cable and a sensor; anda processor, whereinthe endoscope includes a differential amplifying section configured to differentially amplify an output signal from the sensor,the processor includes a reference-voltage generating section configured to generate a reference voltage supplied to the differential amplifying section,the reference voltage generated by the reference-voltage generating section of the processor is supplied to the differential amplifying section of the endoscope via the cable, andan output signal of the differential amplifying section is detected by the processor via the cable.2. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe endoscope includes a connector section, andthe endoscope is detachably connected to the processor via the connector section.3. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is disposed at a distal end portion of the endoscope.4. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe differential amplifying section includes an operational amplifier, andthe operational amplifier receives the reference voltage with input resistance higher than total resistance of output resistance of the reference voltage, resistance of the cable, and resistance of the connector section.5. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein ...

LOW PROFILE ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope and a vision system including the endoscope and an electrical-light connector are provided. A distal tip of the endoscope includes a lens and image device. The distal tip is illuminated by light conductors extending within the endoscope. A serial connector is formed along the proximal region of the endoscope having a window segment and a plurality of ring conductors separated by insulators. When the serial connector is received by the electrical-light connector, light and power and electronic signals are communicated therebetween. The electrical-light connector may be removably attached from the endoscope to permit the exchange of different medical devices that are navigated to a treatment site over the endoscope. The window segment may comprise a proximal refractor that receives light radially and communicates light longitudinally to the light conductors. A distal refractor may receive the light from the light conductors and direct it radially to the distal tip. 1. An endoscope , comprising:an elongated body having an outer liner that defines a lumen disposed about a longitudinal axis, the body having a proximal end and a distal tip, the outer liner having at least a portion of a light transmittable jacket disposed about the distal tip;an imaging system including a lens and an image device disposed within the lumen at the distal tip, and a plurality of image conductors extending within the lumen and having a distal end coupled to the image device and a proximal end,a plurality of light conductors arranged at the distal tip, the light conductors having a distal end and a proximal end and extending within the lumen therebetween, the distal end of each of the light conductors in optical communication with the light transmittable jacket at a location proximal to the image device; anda serial electrical connector formed along the proximal end of the body, the serial electrical connector comprising a plurality of ring conductors spaced from one another and ...

ENDOSCOPE APPARATUS

An endoscope apparatus includes: a camera including an imaging unit configured to receive light and convert the light into an electric signal; a first cable configured to transmit the electric signal, one end of the first cable being connected to the camera; an operating unit connected to another end of the first cable and including an electrooptic conversion unit configured to convert the electric signal transmitted through the first cable into an optical signal, and a switch configured to receive user operations; a second cable configured to transmit the optical signal, one end of the second cable being connected to the operating unit; and a connector provided to another end of the second cable and configured to connect the other end of the second cable to an external device. 1. An endoscope apparatus comprising:a camera including an imaging unit configured to receive light and convert the light into an electric signal;a first cable configured to transmit the electric signal, one end of the first cable being connected to the camera; an electrooptic conversion unit configured to convert the electric signal transmitted through the first cable into an optical signal, and', 'a switch configured to receive user operations;, 'an operating unit connected to another end of the first cable and including'}a second cable configured to transmit the optical signal, one end of the second cable being connected to the operating unit; anda connector provided to another end of the second cable and configured to connect the other end of the second cable to an external device.2. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe camera is inserted into a subject and is detachably connected to an eyepiece unit of an endoscope that captures a subject image, andthe imaging unit receives the subject image captured by the endoscope and converts the subject image into the electric signal.3. The endoscope apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the endoscope is a hard endoscope.4. ...

MODULAR MEDICAL DEVICE CATHETER SYSTEM

A modular medical device catheter including a parent module and an adapter module. An attachment mechanism couples the adapter module to a surface of an inner lumen of the parent module. The attachment mechanism includes a coil in which a surface of the coil directly engages with the surface of the lumen of the parent module. The adapter module can include an elongated element having one or more electrical conductors. 1. A modular medical device catheter system comprising:a parent module and an adapter module, said parent module comprises an inner lumen and said adapter module comprises an attachment mechanism;said attachment mechanism adapted to couple said adapter module to a surface of said inner lumen of said parent module, said attachment mechanism comprises a coil, wherein a surface of said coil directly engages with said surface of said lumen of said parent module.2. The modular medical device catheter system of wherein said adapter module comprises a sensor.3. The modular medical device catheter system of wherein said adapter module comprises a transducer.4. An adapter for a medical device catheter claim 1 , said adapter comprises an attachment mechanism;said attachment mechanism adapted to couple said adapter to a surface of an inner lumen of said medical device catheter, said attachment mechanism comprises a coil, wherein a surface of said coil directly engages with said surface of said lumen of said medical device catheter.5. The adapter of claim 4 , wherein said attachment mechanism is inserted through the distal end of said medical device catheter.6. The adapter of wherein said adapter comprises an elongated element claim 4 , said elongated element comprises one or more electrical conductors.7. The adapter of wherein said elongated element extends proximal to the proximal end of said medical device catheter.8. The adapter of wherein said elongated element comprises an electrical connector claim 7 , said electrical connector electrically coupled to said ...

ENDOSCOPIC DEVICE WITH INTERCHANGEABLE SHAFT

An endoscopic device includes a handle body operatively couplable to a shaft housing. The handle body includes an actuator for controlling a distal end of an endoscopic shaft extending from the shaft housing. The device also includes a pull wire attachment configured to operatively couple to a pull wire extending through the shaft housing and the endoscopic shaft to the distal end. Applying tension to the pull wire deflects the distal end of the endoscopic shaft. In addition, the device includes a pulling mechanism coupled to the actuator and having the pull wire attachment extending therefrom. When the pull wire attachment is operatively coupled to the pull wire, actuation of the actuator applies tension to the pull wire and deflects the distal end of the endoscopic shaft. 115-. (canceled)16. An endoscopic device , comprising:a handle body operatively couplable to a shaft housing, the handle body including an actuator for controlling a distal end of an endoscopic shaft extending from the shaft housing;a pull wire attachment configured to operatively couple to a pull wire extending through the shaft housing and the endoscopic shaft to the distal end, wherein applying tension to the pull wire deflects the distal end of the endoscopic shaft; anda pulling mechanism coupled to the actuator and having the pull wire attachment extending therefrom, wherein, when the pull wire attachment is operatively coupled to the pull wire, actuation of the actuator applies tension to the pull wire and deflects the distal end of the endoscopic shaft.17. The endoscopic device of claim 16 , wherein the pulling mechanism is a motor and the actuator is a button pad.18. The endoscopic device of claim 16 , wherein the pulling mechanism is a pull wheel and the actuator is a deflection knob claim 16 , wherein rotation of the deflection knob rotates the pull wheel and draws the pull wire attachment proximally and claim 16 , when the pull wire attachment is operatively coupled to the pull wire ...

COUPLING DEVICE FOR DETACHABLY CONNECTING A MEDICAL, IN PARTICULAR A DENTAL, HAND PIECE TO A DRIVE UNIT OR A SUPPLY HOSE

A coupling device for releasable connection of a medical or dental handpiece to a drive unit or to a supply tubing for transferring signals, data and/or energy, a drive movement, a working medium and/or light between the handpiece and the drive unit or the supply tubing, having a first coupling element and a second coupling element, wherein one of the two coupling elements is designed as a coupling cavity, into which a coupling protrusion on the other coupling element can be inserted, a positioning element, which is disposed on the first coupling element or the second coupling element and can be inserted into a first recess on the other coupling element in order to position the two coupling elements in a defined angular position about their common axis relative to one another, at least one light source, which is disposed in a second recess on the first or second coupling element and can be coupled to an optical fiber on the other coupling element as well as by at least one transfer element, which is disposed on the first or second coupling element and can be inserted into a third recess on the other coupling element to transfer data, signals and/or energy between the first and second coupling elements. 1. A coupling device for releasable connection of a medical or dental handpiece to a drive unit or to a supply tubing for transferring signals , data and/or energy , a drive movement , a working medium and/or light between the handpiece and the drive unit or the supply tubing , the coupling device comprising:a first coupling element and second coupling element, wherein one of the first and the second coupling element comprises a coupling cavity and the other of the first and the second coupling element comprises a coupling protrusion which can be inserted into the coupling cavity,a positioning element which is disposed on one of the first or second coupling element and a first recess on the other of the first or the second coupling element and dimensioned to receive ...

Flexible endoscope system and functionality

An endoscope system including an endoscope, an auxiliary endoscope assembly, and multiple stretchable resilient endless mounting bands engaging the endoscope and auxiliary endoscope assembly at spaced locations along the length thereof.

Imaging needle apparatus

An imaging device includes a needle, an imager, and a syringe. The needle includes a tip. The imager includes a plurality of stacked integrated circuits (ICs). The syringe is coupled to the needle.

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity. 1extending a distal end of a manipulation portion out of an airtight body cavity through a passage from inside said body cavity to outside said body cavity;connecting a visual device to the manipulation portion; andwithdrawing said visual device into said cavity through said airtight passage.. A method of assembling a visual system, the method comprising: This patent application is a continuation application and claims the priority benefit of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/069,648, filed Mar. 14, 2016, which claims the priority of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/006,938, filed on Nov. 18, 2013, which is a national stage entry of PCT/EP2012/055041, filed on Mar. 21, 2012, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/466,960, filed on Mar. 24, 2011, each of the disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.The present invention generally relates to endoscopy systems, and more specifically to micro-laparoscopy systems and methods of deployments thereof.Laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery includes the use of several relatively small ports into the abdomen by which different types of instrumentation and accessories are introduced and used for different surgical ...

AIRWAY TUBE AND VISUALISATION DEVICE ASSEMBLY

A video introducer () is inserted in an endotracheal tube () and is retained by engagement of a connector () at the rear end of the introducer with a connector () inserted in the rear end () of the tube. The introducer () includes a shaft () integral with the connector () and having a channel () along its length. A cable () connected to a video camera () at the patient end of the shaft extends along the channel () to an electrical connector (). The forward end () of the shaft () projects from the forward end () of the tube to provide a leading extension for inserting the tube in the trachea. 115-. (canceled)16. An assembly including an airway tube and a first connector fitted onto the rear end of the tube , characterized in that the assembly includes a visualization device including an imaging device at one end , a shaft extending along the visualization device , a second connector towards the rear end of the shaft and matable with the first connector , and a cable extending along the shaft from the imaging device to a signal connector located to the rear of the second connector , the second connector being removably fitted with the first connector on the tube and such that the imaging device is located towards the forward , patient end of the tube to view the field of view forwardly of the patient end of the tube.17. An assembly according to claim 16 , characterized in that the imagining device includes a video camera claim 16 , that the cable is an electrical cable and the signal connector is an electrical connector.18. An assembly according to claim 16 , characterized in that the imaging device is provided by one end of an optical fiber cable claim 16 , and that the signal connector is an optical connector.19. An assembly according to claim 16 , characterized in that the shaft has a channel opening along its length claim 16 , and that at least a major part of the length of the cable is fitted in the channel.20. An assembly according to claim 19 , characterized in ...

Contactless Camera Connection System

A camera system having a camera head with an imaging device and a first connector; a camera control unit with a processor and a second connector configured to removably engage the first connector; and wherein the first connector and the second connector are configured to allow for contactless transfer of data from the camera head to the camera control unit and contactless transfer of power from the camera control unit to the camera head.

ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope is provided with an endoscope shaft and a main body connected to the endoscope shaft. The endoscope includes a camera connection to which an optical recording device can be mechanically fixed. The main body is electrically conductive. The camera connection includes an electric insulating body that electrically insulates an optical recording device, mechanically fixed to the camera connection, from the main body. 1. An endoscope , comprising:an endoscope shaft; anda main body connected to the endoscope shaft, the main body including a camera connection to which an optical recording device can be mechanically fixed,wherein the main body is electrically conductive,wherein the camera connection includes an electric insulating body which insulates an optical recording device, mechanically fixed to the camera connection, from the main body.2. The endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the camera connection is disposed at the proximal end of the endoscope.3. The endoscope according to claim 2 , wherein the camera connection includes a metallic ring nut with an external thread onto which a corresponding internal thread of the optical recording device can be screwed.4. The endoscope according to claim 3 , wherein the electric insulating body includes at least one ring which can be rotated relative to the main body claim 3 , and the ring nut is connected to the at least one ring in rotation-resistant manner.5. The endoscope according to claim 1 , wherein the camera connection is rotatable relative to the main body.6. The endoscope according to claim 5 , wherein the camera connection includes a metallic ring nut with an external thread onto which a corresponding internal thread of the optical recording device can be screwed.7. The endoscope according to claim 6 , wherein the electric insulating body includes at least one ring which can be rotated relative to the main body claim 6 , and the ring nut is connected to the at least one ring in rotation-resistant ...

Rotational Device And Method For Rotating An Endoscope

A rotational device for rotating an endoscope having an operating element for moving a movable assembly of the endoscope includes a rotatable assembly, to which an endoscope is connectable, a stationary assembly, relative to which the rotatable assembly is rotatable, a first drive means for rotating the rotatable assembly relative to the stationary assembly in order to put a shaft of an endoscope connected to the rotatable assembly into rotational motion about a longitudinal axis of the endoscope, and a second drive means for moving an operating element of the endoscope connected to the rotatable assembly relative to the shaft of the endoscope in order to move an assembly of the endoscope, which assembly is movable by means of the operating element. 1. A rotational device for rotating an endoscope comprising an operating element for moving a movable assembly of the endoscope , comprisinga rotatable assembly, to which an endoscope is connectable;a stationary assembly, relative to which the rotatable assembly is rotatable;a first drive means for rotating the rotatable assembly relative to the stationary assembly in order to put a shaft of an endoscope connected to the rotatable assembly into rotational motion about a longitudinal axis of the endoscope;a second drive means for moving an operating element of the endoscope connected to the rotatable assembly relative to the shaft of the endoscope in order to move an assembly of the endoscope, which assembly is movable by means of the operating element.2. The rotational device according to claim 1 , wherein the second drive means is embodied claim 1 , by way of actuating the operating element claim 1 , to bring about a change in a direction of view of the endoscope by moving an optical element or a change in a focus or zoom setting of an optical system of the endoscope.3. The rotational device according to claim 1 , wherein the second drive means is arranged at the rotatable assembly.4. The rotational device according to ...

ENDOSCOPE WITH INERTIAL MEASUREMENT UNITS AND / OR HAPTIC INPUT CONTROLS

An endoscope having an insertion tube with a distal optical module and a releasable handle. In a semi-robotic embodiment, the handle comprises haptic controllers and a computer configured for steering and/or adjusting physical properties of the insertion tube in response to one or more command inputs from the haptic controllers. The computer may also convert image data received from the optical module into two-dimensional images displayable on a monitor. The endoscope may have inertial measurement units (IMUs) for providing data to the computer for creating a digital three-dimensional image representation of an anatomy model and/or for facilitating handling properties of the endoscope. 1. An endoscope system comprising:a flexible elongate insertion tube having a deflectable distal end and a proximal end releasably connected to a handle;an optical module disposed at the insertion tube distal end and adapted to receive images of a body cavity of a living body; anda plurality of cables extending proximally through the insertion tube from corresponding anchor points at the insertion tube distal end; a plurality of electro-mechanical actuators, each actuator being operatively associated with a corresponding cable extending through the insertion tube;', 'one or more haptic devices for inputting commands for manipulating physical properties of the insertion tube; and', manipulating physical properties of the insertion tube by driving the plurality of actuators in response to one or more command inputs from the one or more haptic devices; and', 'converting image data received from the optical module into two-dimensional images displayable on a monitor extrinsic to the handle., 'a computer configured for], 'wherein the handle comprises2. The endoscope system of wherein the actuators are operable robotically via a data port on the handle.3. The endoscope system of wherein the computer is further configured to provide the one or more haptic devices with kinesthetic haptic ...

ENDOSCOPIC DEVICE

There is provided an endoscopic device, including: an image sensor section including an image sensor that senses and converts lights into an electrical signal; a substrate that is electrically connected to the image sensor section; and an intermediate unit, interposed between the image sensor section and the substrate, that electrically connects the image sensor section and the substrate. 1. An endoscopic device , comprising:imaging circuitry configured to sense and convert light into one or more electrical signals;a substrate that is electrically connected to the imaging circuitry; andan intermediate layer, interposed between the imaging circuitry and the substrate, that provides at least a portion of an electrical conduction path between the imaging circuitry and the substrate;a plurality of connectors provided between the intermediate layer and the substrate, and the plurality of connectors configured to electrically connect the intermediate layer and the substrate; andunderfill provided between the intermediate layer and the substrate, the underfill formed a material with less elasticity than the substrate.2. The endoscopic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe underfill is provided between the intermediate layer and the substrate to surround the plurality of connectors.3. The endoscopic device according to claim 2 , further comprising:a holder configured to hold the imaging circuitry;wherein the holder provides another portion of the electrical conduction path between the imaging circuitry and the intermediate layer.4. The endoscopic device according to claim 3 , whereinthe holder is a part of a housing, andthe imaging circuitry is provided inside the housing.5. The endoscopic device according to claim 3 , whereinthe holder comprises a material having a coefficient of thermal expansion smaller than a coefficient of thermal expansion of the substrate.6. The endoscopic device according to claim 3 , whereinthe underfill comprises a material having a coefficient ...

ENDOSCOPIC APPARATUS

The disclosed technology is directed to an endoscopic apparatus comprises an endoscope having a cable connected to an electronic circuit part of the endoscope. The cable includes an elongated covering and an elongated component configured to be concentrically engaged with the elongated covering. A securing member is used to bind and to secure the elongated covering and the elongated component to one another. The elongated covering includes at least one recess formed on an outer circumferential area of the elongated covering on which the securing member binds and secures the elongated covering. The securing member has a portion that sinks in the at least one recess and secures the elongated covering and the elongated component that is exposed through the at least one recess. 1. An endoscopic apparatus comprising: an elongated covering,', 'an elongated component configured to be concentrically engaged with the elongated covering; and', 'a securing member being used to bind and to secure the elongated covering and the elongated component to one another,, 'an endoscope having a cable connected to an electronic circuit part of the endoscope wherein the cable includes'}wherein the elongated covering includes at least one recess formed on an outer circumferential area of the elongated covering on which the securing member binds and secures the elongated covering, andthe securing member has a securing portion that sinks in the at least one recess and secures the elongated covering and the elongated component that is exposed through the at least one recess.2. The endoscopic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the securing portion that secures the securing member is disposed in the at least one recess.3. The endoscopic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one recess is defined as a plurality of recesses at equal spaced intervals in the outer circumferential area.4. The endoscopic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the securing member is wound into a plurality of turns around ...

ELECTRONIC ADAPTOR FOR STEREOSCOPIC FIELD OF VIEW THROUGH A PORT

An adaptor associated with a stereoscopic field of view through a port. The adaptor includes a housing, frame, and cables. The housing includes circuits associated with imaging data. The frame is connected to the housing, and has a guide and aperture. The guide extends away from the frame and is configured to pass through an opening of the port. The guide includes a terminal end configured to extend into the port such that the aperture is in communication with the opening. The cables include sensors that receive the imaging data capable of producing the stereoscopic field of view. The sensors are disposed at a distance from one another at the terminal end of the guide, wherein the distance enables the sensors to receive the image data capable of producing the stereoscopic field of view. The cables extend from the sensors of the guide to respective integrated circuits in the housing. 1. An adaptor associated with a stereoscopic field of view through a port , the adaptor comprising:a housing including a plurality of integrated circuits associated with a plurality of image data;an engagement frame connected to the housing, the engagement frame having at least one support guide and an aperture, the at least one support guide extending away from the engagement frame and configured to pass through an opening of the port, the at least one support guide including at least one terminal end configured to extend at least partially into the port such that the aperture is in communication with the opening of the port; anda plurality of imaging cables including imaging sensors that receive the plurality of image data capable of producing the stereoscopic field of view, the imaging sensors disposed at a distance from one another at the at least one terminal end of the at least one support guide, the imaging cables extending from the imaging sensors of the at least one support guide to respective integrated circuits in the housing, the distance enabling the imaging sensors to ...

ENDOSCOPE DISTAL END STRUCTURE AND ENDOSCOPE

An endoscope distal end structure includes: an image sensor; a composite cable that is formed by bundling a plurality of signal cables; a substrate that includes a plurality of electrodes for connecting respective core wires of the plurality of signal cables; a cable fixing portion configured to hold the plurality of signal cables that are exposed from an end portion of the composite cable and the end portion of the composite cable; a sealing resin configured to protect connection portions between the core wires of the plurality of signal cables and the plurality of electrodes; and a shrinkable tube. The cable fixing portion includes a first fixing portion that is arranged on a surface of the substrate, and the first fixing portion includes grooves that are divided by wail portions, the grooves being configured to house the respective signal cables. 1. An endoscope distal end structure comprising:an image sensor configured to capture an image of an inside of a subject and generate an image signal;a composite cable that is formed by bundling a plurality of signal cables by an electrical insulating outer casing;a substrate that includes a plurality of electrodes for connecting respective core wires of the plurality of signal cables, the substrate being configured to electrically connect the image sensor and the plurality of signal cables;a cable fixing portion that is formed of an elastic body, the cable fixing portion being configured to hold the plurality of signal cables that are exposed from an end portion of the composite cable and the end portion of the composite cable;a sealing resin configured to protect connection portions between the core wires of the plurality of signal cables and the plurality of electrodes; anda shrinkable tube configured to cover peripheries of the image sensor and the cable fixing portion, wherein 'a first fixing portion that is arranged on a surface of the substrate, the electrodes are formed on the surface of the substrate, the first ...