MAGNETICALLY MANIPULATABLE SURGICAL CAMERA WITH REMOVABLE ADHESION REMOVAL SYSTEM
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1. An adhesion removal device comprising:
- an engagement surface for releasable attachment to a housing; and
a tip portion structured when attached to the housing to extend outwardly from a leading end of the housing, the tip portion having an edge for prying bound tissue of an adhesion apart under direct view of a camera.
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Abstract
A surgical or diagnostic camera system is disclosed that has a disposable cap-like device that is structured for removal of adhesions while under direct visualization with the camera. The adhesion removal device may have an electrode on the tip that can be activated to enhance separation of tissues and may be configured to securely snap on to the housing of the camera system.
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1. An adhesion removal device comprising:
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an engagement surface for releasable attachment to a housing; and a tip portion structured when attached to the housing to extend outwardly from a leading end of the housing, the tip portion having an edge for prying bound tissue of an adhesion apart under direct view of a camera. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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6. An adhesion removal system comprising:
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a housing having a first end and at least one camera positioned on the first end; and an adhesion removal device releasably mounted on the housing and having a tip portion that extends outwardly from the first end of the housing structured for prying bound tissue of an adhesion apart. - View Dependent Claims (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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