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Sterilizable video camera cover
Assignee: Edwin L. Adair
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Filing: 1990-09-12
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Granted: 1992-07-21
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Expires: 2010-09-12
Abstract
Abstract A sterilizable video camera cover is provided which has a connector having a guideway for receiving an unsterile video camera within it in a predetermined fixed orientation. A receptacle is provided for holding the camera in this position against a window at the distal end of the connector which serves as a bacteria barrier. An end is provided distally of the window for receiving a sterile mount and endoscope in a fixed position with respect to the camera. An accordion folded sleeve is positioned on the receptacle for being extended over the trailing cable of the video camera to maintain the sterile environment within the operating room even though the camera and trailing cable are unsterile.
Inventors
- 👤 Edwin L. Adair
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 15:02
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61B; A61B1/00; A61B1/00142; A61B46/00; A61B46/10; H; H04; H04N; H04N23/00; H04N23/50; H04N23/51; A61B17/00; A61B2017/00831; A61B2017/00902; A61B2017/00907
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 14
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
An apparatus for enclosing a non-sterile video camera and its trailing cable in a sterile enclosure for use of the camera in the sterile environment of an operating room, said apparatus comprising: a generally cylindrical housing having an outer surface and an inner surface with a diameter of a size to snugly receive a camera through a first open end; a transparent window mounted at a second end of said housing which is contacted by the end of the camera; means for aligning the camera within said housing in a fixed position; .[.a flared.]. .Iadd.an .Iaddend.annular mounting attached to and extended from said second end of said housing; means for attaching an optical transmitting means to said mounting to provide light images to the camera through said window; and a sleeve attached to said outer surface of said housing extendable over the trailing cable of the camera for a substantial distance.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
151 words
An apparatus for enclosing a non-sterile video camera and its trailing cable in a sterile enclosure for use of the camera in the sterile environment of an operating room, said apparatus comprising: a generally cylindrical housing having an outer surface and an inner surface with a diameter of a size to snugly receive a camera through a first open end; a transparent window mounted at a second end of said housing which is contacted by the end of the camera; means for aligning the camera within said housing in a fixed position; .[.a flared.]. .Iadd.an .Iaddend.annular mounting attached to and extended from said second end of said housing; means for attaching an optical transmitting means to said mounting to provide light images to the camera through said window; and a sleeve attached to said outer surface of said housing extendable over the trailing cable of the camera for a substantial distance.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 1, wherein: said aligning means comprises a longitudinal slot in the inner surface for receiving a corresponding rib on the camera.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 1, further including: a set screw for locking the camera in position against said window.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 1, wherein: said attaching means comprises internal threads for receiving a "C" mount, said threads being clocked to properly align the optical transmitting means when it is fully tightened.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 1, wherein: said sleeve is arranged in accordion shape over said housing prior to use.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
109 words
A sterile enclosure for a video camera and trailing cable when in use in an operating room, said enclosure comprising: a generally cylindrical connector for interconnecting a sterile "C" mount and endoscope, having a proximate end, to a non-sterile video camera, said connector including a first end for attachment to the proximate end of the "C" mount, a second end with a receptacle for receiving the camera and a transverse window between said connector and said receptacle; means for providing a fixed orientation between the "C" mount and the camera; and flexible sterile means on said connector extendable over the camera and a substantial portion of the trailing cable.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
109 words
A sterile enclosure for a video camera and trailing cable when in use in an operating room, said enclosure comprising: a generally cylindrical connector for interconnecting a sterile "C" mount and endoscope, having a proximate end, to a non-sterile video camera, said connector including a first end for attachment to the proximate end of the "C" mount, a second end with a receptacle for receiving the camera and a transverse window between said connector and said receptacle; means for providing a fixed orientation between the "C" mount and the camera; and flexible sterile means on said connector extendable over the camera and a substantial portion of the trailing cable.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
23 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 6, wherein: said first and said connector is flared and has a greater diameter than said second end.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
43 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 7, wherein said providing means includes: a longitudinal groove in said receptacle for receiving a rib on the camera; clocked internal threads on said first end for connecting the "C" mount in a predetermined orientation with the camera.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
58 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 6, wherein said flexible means includes: an accordion folded sleeve received over said receptacle; means attaching the end of said sleeve adjacent the proximate end of said receptacle; and a pull tab on the distal end of said sleeve for pulling the sleeve down over itself and along the trailing camera cable. .Iadd.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
108 words
A sterile enclosure for a video camera and trailing cable when in use in an operating room, said enclosure comprising: a generally cylindrical connector for interconnecting a sterile mount and endoscope, having a proximate end, to a non-sterile video camera, said connector including a first end for attachment to the proximate end of the mount, a second end with a receptacle for receiving the camera and a transverse window between said connector and said receptacle; means for providing a fixed orientation between the mount and the camera; and flexible sterile means on said connector extendable over the camera and a substantial portion of the trailing cable. .Iaddend. .Iadd.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
108 words
A sterile enclosure for a video camera and trailing cable when in use in an operating room, said enclosure comprising: a generally cylindrical connector for interconnecting a sterile mount and endoscope, having a proximate end, to a non-sterile video camera, said connector including a first end for attachment to the proximate end of the mount, a second end with a receptacle for receiving the camera and a transverse window between said connector and said receptacle; means for providing a fixed orientation between the mount and the camera; and flexible sterile means on said connector extendable over the camera and a substantial portion of the trailing cable. .Iaddend. .Iadd.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
128 words
Apparatus, as claimed in claim 10, wherein: said first end of said connector is flared and has a greater diameter than said second end. .Iaddend. .Iadd.12. Apparatus, as claimed in claim 10, wherein said providing means includes: a longitudinal groove in said receptacle for receiving a rib on the camera; clocked internal threads on said first end for connecting the mount in a predetermined orientation with the camera. .Iaddend. .Iadd.13. Apparatus, as claimed in claim 10, wherein said flexible means includes: an accordion folded sleeve received over said receptacle; means attaching the end of said sleeve adjacent the proximate end of said receptacle; and a pull tab on the distal end of said sleeve for pulling the sleeve down over itself and along the trailing camera cable. .Iaddend.
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