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Endoscopic treatment delivery system

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An endoscopic attachment that provides flexion, rotation, and extension into previously difficult to navigate passageways

Project Overview

Endoscopic surgery is a brief, non-invasive procedure involving the insertion of a long, flexible tube into passageways within the body. It is composed of a camera and light at the distal end, which provides the surgeon with visualization of the afflicted area. Current issues with endoscopies include poor visualization, lack of instrument mobility, and inability to access the entire length of a passage. Particularly, otolaryngologists experience enhanced difficulties, for the ear, nose, and throat passages are typically narrow, making it difficult to ensure proper visualization with tissue manipulation and fiber flexion. Unfortunately, a poorly conducted endoscopy could cause misdiagnosis or even irreparable tissue damage resulting in heightened health risk and increased recovery time for the patient. Therefore, a new endoscopic tool is needed to reduce these risks and limitations to aid a surgeon in treating their patient. This project aims to design a combinational endoscopic instrument that minimizes the number of tools thus freeing up a surgeon’s hand and allowing for better tissue manipulation, proper visualization, and adjustable energy application.

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From Left to Right: Hunter, Sam, Kat, Kim, Zach, and Riley
From Left to Right: Hunter, Sam, Kat, Kim, Zach, and Riley

Contact Information

Team Members

  • Katerina Smereka - Co-Team Leader
  • Kimberly Chappell - Co-Team Leader
  • Zachary Oppenheim - Communicator
  • Riley Smith - BSAC
  • Sam Christopherson - BWIG
  • Hunter Belting - BPAG

Advisor and Client

  • Prof. John Puccinelli - Advisor
  • Dr. Michael Puricelli - Client
  • Dr. Jarrett Walsh - Alternate Contact

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