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Radioactive seed loading apparatus

US10981018B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2019
Grant dateApr 20, 2021
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/1024
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A loading apparatus is usable to embed radioactive seeds into carriers, while limiting exposure of the user to radioactive energy from the radioactive seeds. The loading apparatus facilitates accurate positioning of radioactive seeds within a carrier. The illustrated loaders comprise two components, a base and a lid, although in other embodiments the loaders may be separated into additional components.

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