Method and Apparatus for Hysteroscopy and Endometrial Biopsy
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Abstract
Methods and devices are described for performing a combined hysteroscopy and endometrial sampling. Techniques for improving visual images include forward facing fluid ports for clearing tissue debris and LED positioning and design. Manufacturability is improved through separately formed tip and shaft pieces. User interface features are described including user-friendly handle-mounted buttons as well the use of an interactive integrated touch screen display. The handle and display can be mated to a docking station for storage and recharging batteries.
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30 Claims
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1. (canceled)
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2. An endoscopic device, comprising:
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an elongate cannula configured for insertion through a cervix into a uterus; an imaging system disposed adjacent a distal end of the elongate cannula for acquiring imagery of the uterus; a handle disposed proximal to the elongate cannula; a display screen mounted to the handle; a memory configured to store instructions; and a processor configured to execute the instructions to perform operations comprising; processing the imagery acquired by the imaging system to generate processed imagery, and initiating presentation of one or more graphical user interfaces (GUIs) on the display screen, the one more or more GUIs presenting the processed imagery and one or more menus for collecting patient information. - View Dependent Claims (3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30)
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