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Endoscope with imaging probe

  • US 20030032863A1
  • Filed: 08/09/2001
  • Published: 02/13/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/09/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An endoscope comprising:

  • an elongated member having a longitudinal axis and a passage extending from a proximal end to a distal end of the elongated member;

    an imaging probe positioned at the distal end of the elongated member and including;

    an objective lens;

    an imager positioned to receive an image from the objective lens; and

    a light source for illuminating a target a pivot mechanism mechanically coupled to the imaging probe;

    an actuating assembly extending through the passage of the elongated member and coupled to the pivoting mechanism, wherein upon actuation of the actuating mechanism, the pivot mechanism rotates the imaging probe relative to a point at the distal end of the elongated member.

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