Fluid distribution device for a multiple viewing elements endoscope

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PATENT NO 9993142
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14469501

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There is provided herein a tip section for an endoscope assembly that includes a fluid distribution device for circulating fluid for cleaning a body cavity. In an embodiment, the tip section includes a groove aligned with side jet channels, where multiple holes drilled above the groove, through the periphery of a tip cover covering the tip section, provide an exit for the fluid circulated by the side jet channels in all directions around the tip cover. In another embodiment, the tip section includes a removable attachment that covers jet channel openings. Multiple holes drilled through the cover provide a multiple jet exit for the fluid circulated by the jet channels in multiple directions around the tip cover.

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ENDOCHOICE INC11810 WILLS ROAD SUITE 100 ALPHARETTA GA 30009

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Aizenfeld, Amram Ramot Menashe, IL 86 2747
Salman, Golan Atlit, IL 101 2772
Wieth, Stephan Klein Nordende, DE 36 1135

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