| 摘要 |
<p>A positioner or manipulator for an endoscope, laparoscope, or other surgical instrument, includes a flexible arm (24) having a base (22) attached to an operating table (10). A drape joint (34) at the upper end of the arm (24) has a tubular sterile drape (38) which is pulled back over the arm (24), to provide a sterile field around the arm (24). A scope ring (26) adapted to hold a scope or other instrument attaches to the drape joint (34). The attachments between the scope ring (26) and arm (24) are preferably made with quick release fittings. The need to sterilize the arm (24) is removed, decreasing hospital operation costs, and increasing the level of sterility.</p> |
