Fiber optic apparatus for use with medical lasers
Patent 5207673 Issued on May 4, 1993. Estimated Expiration Date: 
December 6, 2011. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
December 6, 2011. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3304403 3622743 3693623 3809072 3821510 3843865 3865113 Method of surgical treatment using laser emission and apparatus for realizing same Laser tunnelling device Laser scalpel InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 803919 filed on 12/06/1991US Classes:606/16, With optical fiber385/33, Lens385/38, End fire606/15, With optical fiber606/17With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens)ExaminersPrimary: Shay, David M.Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassA61N 005/06AbstractAn optical apparatus functions as a laser catheter for removal, penetration or treatment of human tissue or other biotic material. The arrangement of the optical components, including the focal length of the lens and the spacing between the lens and the source of light is selected to yield an output beam having advantageous characteristics which are particularly suitable for medical laser treatment. Such characteristics include a relatively long beam throw, a long focal range, and a small output beam waist. A hollow tip, preferably conical in shape, is utilized to provide a tactile indicator as to the cutting action of the output beam.Other References
Field of SearchMirrorAngioplasty Systems With particular wavelength Light application Placed in body With optical fiber With optical fiber With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens) Ophthalmic Dermatological Applicators Beam energy control or monitoring Recurving or reshaping of the eye Anastomosis Lithotripsy Cataracts or glaucoma Articulated arm Condition responsive Lens Rod type Spherical End fire | |
