Self-propelled, intraluminal device with hollow, cylindrical head and method of use
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Aug 14, 2003
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Oct 28, 2002
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Nov 9, 2001
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A medical device is provided for use in the lumen of a patient, such as in the Gastro-Intestinal Tract (GI Tract). The medical device can include a through channel for permitting passage of solid material, such as fecal material in the GI tract. In one embodiment, the device includes a self propelled capsule with a through channel, and a balloon disposed inside of the channel of the capsule. When inflated, the balloon provides occlusion of the channel.
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