Patent ID: 7182764
Filing Date: 2007-02-27
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A probe for use with an outer member including a wall defining an interior bore and a distal end, the probe comprising: an elongate body, defining a distal region, a distal end, a proximal region and an interior, adapted to be carried within the outer member interior bore; at least one operative element supported on the distal region of the elongate body; a connector adapted to connect the distal end of the elongate body to the distal end of the outer member such that a loop will be formed when the elongate body is moved distally relative to the outer member; and a steering element extending within the interior of the elongate body from the distal region of the elongate body to the proximal region of the elongate body and secured to the distal region of the elongate body such that proximal movement of the steering element will deflect a portion of the loop relative to the remainder of the loop.