System and method for guided removal from an in vivo subject
AssigneeThe General Hospital Corporation
InventorBrian Howard Eisner
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Abstract
In accordance with some configurations, systems and methods for guided removal from an in vivo subject are provided. In some configurations, a method for removing an object is provided. The method comprising, guiding a flexible tube through an in vivo subject's ureter, wherein the flexible tube comprises at least a first passageway and a second passageway. Positioning a distal end of the first passageway adjacent to the object. Infusing saline solution through the second passageway while suction is off. Removing the object through the first passageway with at least a portion of the saline solution.
Claims14
A method for removing an object, comprising:
- guiding a flexible tube through an in vivo subject's ureter, wherein the flexible tube comprises at least a first passageway and a second passageway;
- positioning a distal end of the first passageway adjacent to the object;
- infusing saline solution through the second passageway while suction is off;
- and
- removing the object through the first passageway with at least a portion of the saline solution.
A device for removing an object, comprising:
- a flexible tube comprising at least a first passageway and a second passageway, wherein the flexible tube is configured to be inserted through an in vivo subject's ureter;
- a navigation mechanism configured to be inserted through the second passageway to guide the flexible tube through the ureter;
- a port coupled to the second passageway and configured to be coupled to a source of saline solution that is to be provided through the second passageway subsequent to removal of the navigation mechanism;
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- wherein the object is removed through the first passageway while saline solution is infused through the second passageway.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.