Cytology collection device and method

Details Cytology collection device and method Cytology collection device and method

A - Human Necessities

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A61B 10/00 (2006.01) A61B 17/32 (2006.01) A61M 3/02 (2006.01)

Patent

CA 2149023

2149023 9410911 PCTABS00032 A cytology collection device in which a debriding brush (3) is supported by an flexible elongate support (1) extending through a flexible tube (6) through which a specimen to be collected may be sucked. The brush (3) is arranged for rotation by the support (1) and is retractable within the tube (6) during process of inserting the device through a scope (10) in preparation for the collection of a specimen. Once the site to be investigated has been reached, the brush (3) is extended from the tube (6) and rotated to debride the area concerned. A coupling (5) provides for removal of the specimen, rotation of the brush (3) and independent axial movement of the support (1) and tube (6) relative to each other and the scope (10). The method of using the device is also included.

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