Patent ID: 6348034
Filing Date: 2002-02-19
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
A diagnostic system comprising:a cannula divided longitudinally into a first channel and a second channel; an optically clear cap sealingly attached adjacent to a distal end of the first channel, thereby forming a camera compartment; a camera adapted to be inserted in the camera compartment; and a light generating source adapted to be inserted in the camera compartment; wherein the diagnostic system is adapted for use with an instrument having an elongated shaft, the system further comprising an engagement member attached to the cannula, the engagement member being adapted to engage the instrument at a portion of the instrument that is spaced from the elongated shaft when the instrument is inserted into the second channel, so that manipulation of the portion of the instrument that is spaced from the elongated shaft can simultaneously alter positioning of the camera and the elongated shaft of the instrument.