Systems and methods for biofilm removal, including a biofilm removal endoscope for use therewith
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Jul 29, 2014
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Oct 4, 2012
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Jun 13, 2012
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Mar 1, 2007
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Systems and methods of removing bacterial biofilm from a target site using a biofilm removal endoscope. The endoscope has an insertion portion including an imaging channel terminating at a viewing window and an irrigation channel terminating at a nozzle. The imaging and irrigation channels are permanently affixed relative to one another. The insertion portion is inserted into the patient, with a working end thereof being disposed proximate the target site. The target site is imaged and a flow of fluid is dispensed via the nozzle to mechanically remove bacterial biofilm from the target site.
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