Target identification tool for intra-body localization
US10238464B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3991
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A marker device that aids in the subsequent identification of a particular area is equipped with an anchoring device that prevents migration once placed in the tissue of that particular area. The device may include a chemical agent or drug that adds a therapeutic function to the marker device.
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