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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 11, 2023
Filed:
Dec. 11, 2018
Ip2ipo Innovations Limited, London, GB;
Daniel Stuart Elson, London, GB;
Miroslav Janatka, London, GB;
Taranjit Singh Tatla, London, GB;
Arvind Singh, London, GB;
Savram Krishan Ramdoo, London, GB;
IP2IPO Innovations Limited, London, GB;
Abstract
An ear examination tool comprises a handle and a speculum mount coupled to the handle. The speculum mount is configured for retaining a disposable speculum. An spacing element is coupled to the handle and extends from the handle. A smartphone mount is coupled to the spacing element, and the spacing element is configured to maintain an optical separation distance between the speculum mount and the smartphone mount. The tool enables a clear view of the ear canal while allowing access by, and manipulation of, a microsuction tool being inserted into the ear canal. The extensive optical and data processing functionality of a 'smartphone' can be integrated at low cost into an ear examination tool to provide a substantially improved piece of equipment for assisting in ear examination and microsuction of the ear.