Document Type
Patent
Publication Date
December 2014
Patent Number
8908089
CPC
A61B 17/3468(20130101), A61B 1/04(20130101)
Abstract
An imaging device for in vivo medical applications that enables minimally invasive surgical procedures. The imaging device includes an elongated frame having a base, a module housing, and an optional helical member interposed between the base and module housing. The imaging device further includes an actuation unit positioned within the frame that engages the module housing causing the frame to bend at the optional helical member. The module housing includes an imaging module and may include other modules including tools used for laparoscopic surgery.
Application Number
13/858,260
Recommended Citation
Gitlin, Richard; Lusk, Craig; Bhansali, Shekhar; and Rosemurgy, Alexander, "Implantable imaging device" (2014). USF Patents. 177.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/usf_patents/177
Assignees
University of South Florida
Filing Date
04/08/2013
Primary/U.S. Class
348/373
