Methods and systems for attaching medical device sections

摘要

Embodiments of the disclosure include methods and systems for attaching an articulation section. In an embodiment, a medical instrument includes a first tubular member including a first end. The medical instrument also includes a second tubular member including a first end. The second tubular member includes a plurality of layers including an inner layer and a first layer including a fluorinated material. The inner layer includes a first section disposed under the first layer and a second section extending out from under the first layer. A portion of the first tubular member overlaps and is bonded to at least a portion of the second section of the inner layer of the second tubular member.

主权项

1. A medical device, comprising:
an elongate shaft having a proximal portion and a distal portion; an end-effector assembly configured to be releasably connected to the distal portion of the shaft; a connection portion, wherein the distal portion of the shaft and a portion of the end-effector assembly form the connection portion; and a securing member, the securing member being movable between a first position away from the connection portion and a second position, wherein in the second position the securing member extends around the connection portion and is configured to connect the end-effector assembly to the distal portion of the shaft.