Method for monitoring bronchoscopic-based microwave ablation and related system
US11751943B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 26, 2018 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/1884
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A novel monitoring method evaluates tissue ablation progress. An antenna in a distal portion of an ablation applicator sends and receives electrical information from the target tissue during ablation. The information is used to determine ablation progress. A related ablation monitoring system includes a power monitor and processor operable to evaluate ablation progress based on reflected electrical properties during the ablation. The invention has particular benefits when used in endoscopic-based microwave ablation.
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