Devices, systems and methods for treatment of lung airways

Abstract

Devices, systems and methods are provided for treating a variety of conditions, such as with pulsed electric field energy, particularly conditions of the lung anatomy. Such treatment typically involves the use of a treatment catheter with access through an endoscope, such as a bronchoscope. Maneuvering the catheter and the endoscope at the same time involves dexterity and coordination, often beyond the ability of one person to achieve without the help of others. In particular, the user is tasked with gross movement of both the catheter and endoscope in relation to the body while at the same time performing fine movement of the catheter in relation to the endoscope and various mechanisms of the catheter and endoscope themselves. Devices, systems and methods are provided to assist the user in performing such tasks solo. Likewise, devices, systems and methods are provided for improved performance of the treatment devices, such as to flush the devices in vivo to remove mucus and other bodily fluids for improved outcomes.