Intraluminal imaging devices with multiple center frequencies
US11576652B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06T2207/30101
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging devices, systems, and method are provided. In one embodiment, an IVUS imaging device includes a flexible elongate member configured to be positioned within a lumen of a patient, the flexible elongate member comprising a proximal portion and a distal portion; and an imaging assembly disposed at the distal portion of the flexible elongate member. The imaging assembly includes a first ultrasound transducer operating at a first center frequency; and a second ultrasound transducer operating at a second center frequency different from the first center frequency.
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