Imaging probe housing with fluid flushing
US11627869B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 7, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/4494
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An imaging probe for use in a catheter for ultrasonic imaging is provided. The imaging probe includes a transducer backing and a transducer configured to generate and receive ultrasonic waves. The transducer includes a first surface and a second surface that is opposite the first surface. The first surface faces the transducer backing and the second surface is disposed at an angle sloping toward a catheter center axis in a proximal direction.
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