FLEXIBLE SURGICAL DEVICE FOR TISSUE REMOVAL

摘要

An elongate tool with a cutting end. In some embodiments the end is bendable. Optionally, the end is bendable between two cutting edges. Optionally or alternatively, the end includes both a forward cutting edge and a side cutting edge. The tool may be sized for hand-held use, with control from outside the body, for treating a spinal stenosis.

主权项

1. A surgical device for removing tissue from a body organ comprising:
an elongated shaft; a distal cutting section having a plurality of rotary cutting edges; an articulating joint for connecting said cutting section to said shaft, said articulating joint configured to allow movement of said cutting section relative to said shaft; and a user-operated controller proximally attached to said elongated shaft for controlling movement of said articulating joint.