Components for a precision ultrasonic scanning apparatus for body parts
US10531859B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/54
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention are directed to various aspects of imaging systems, including permeable and impermeable barriers separating liquid compartments, one of which contains the object to be imaged and the other an ultrasonic transducer, a fluidic bearing between a transducer carriage and guide supporting the carriage, a linear motor for the carriage, and a location sensing device for the carriage. A method and apparatus are disclosed for performing an ultrasound scan on a body part and specifically an instrument which directly attaches to the surface of the body. This apparatus provides high resolution images and increased depth of imaging for high resolution ultrasound of targeted subsurface body tissues. Targeted tissues may include joints, ocular structures, and internal organs. The method and apparatus stabilize and provide accurate determination of the position of the body part relative to the ultrasound probe.
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