| 摘要 |
An articulation joint (100) for use in a low cost medical device such as an endoscope intended for a single use is provided. In one embodiment, the articulation joint comprises a plurality of interconnected segments (110A,110B). In another embodiment, the articulation joint comprises an elongated tubular body. Each segment or the tubular body, respectively, comprises a cylinder with an outer wall (111A) and a central lumen (102), wherein the outer wall includes at least one hinge element therein and at least one slot (120) therethrough. The articulation joint further comprises at least one cable guide element comprising a passage extending through the slot. One or more control cables are threaded through the cable guide passage. Also provided are methods of manufacturing an articulation joint for use in a medical device. |
