STEERABLE APPARATUS HAVING A SLIDEABLE IMAGING PROBE AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF USE

Abstract: an apparatus of the present technology generally includes an elongated shaft having a proximal portion and a distal portion, a first elongated channel extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion, a second channel extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion, and a slidable imaging probe disposed within the first elongated channel. the apparatus can be manually, robotically, and/or teleoperably steerable and is configured for delivery to a subject and/or positioning within a subject near or at a target location. once the steerable apparatus has been successfully positioned at the target location, the imaging probe can be repositioned relative to the first elongated channel, thereby opening a working lumen. the working lumen and second channel are configured for removal of material from the target location within the subject by applying simultaneous activities including suction, irrigation, and/or deliver a tool to the target location.

Inventor(s): Mimi Trinh Fitterer, Serena H. Wong

CPC Classification: A61B1/018 (for receiving instruments)

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