SYSTEMS FOR PERFORMING GYNECOLOGICAL PROCEDURES WITH MECHANICAL DISTENSION
First Claim
1. An intrauterine access and procedure system, comprising:
- an elongate, tubular sheath having a proximal end, a distal end and at least one lumen extending therethrough, the sheath adapted for transcervical access to the uterus;
a visualization element adapted to extend through the sheath for visualizing a site within the uterus;
a tissue removal element adapted to extend through the sheath for removing tissue from the site; and
a distension element adapted to achieve an equivalent distension to that achieved by introduction of a liquid distension media at a pressure of at least 40 mm Hg.
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Abstract
Systems, methods, apparatus and devices for performing improved gynecologic and urologic procedures are disclosed. The system and devices provide simplified use and reduced risk of adverse events. Patient benefit is achieved through improved outcomes, reduced pain, especially peri-procedural pain, and reduced recovery times. The various embodiments enable procedures to be performed outside the hospital setting, such as in a doctor'"'"'s office or clinic. An intrauterine access end procedure system includes a mechanical distension element, to eliminate the need for liquid distension media at pressure sufficient to create a risk of intravasation.
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20 Claims
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1. An intrauterine access and procedure system, comprising:
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an elongate, tubular sheath having a proximal end, a distal end and at least one lumen extending therethrough, the sheath adapted for transcervical access to the uterus; a visualization element adapted to extend through the sheath for visualizing a site within the uterus; a tissue removal element adapted to extend through the sheath for removing tissue from the site; and a distension element adapted to achieve an equivalent distension to that achieved by introduction of a liquid distension media at a pressure of at least 40 mm Hg. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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