Inventors:
Harold Aznoian - Andover MA, US
Richard Costa - Burlington MA, US
John Dimitriou - Stow MA, US
Richard Gambale - Tyngsboro MA, US
Peter Lukin - Lancaster MA, US
Edward Page - Baldwinville MA, US
Sean Silva - Reading MA, US
David Zelonis - Pepperell MA, US
International Classification:
A61B001/12
Abstract:
An integrated endoscope and accessory treatment device is provided. The device employs a medical treatment device at its distal end that is combined with the endoscope as a complete system. The treatment device is controlled by integrated elements at the proximal end of the endoscope. The treatment devices may include tissue apposition devices, tissue cutting devices, forceps and others.