Diffusing alpha-emitter radiation therapy with enhanced beta treatment
US11857803B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/1098
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An interstitial source including a base suitable for implanting in a tumor and alpha emitting atoms attached to the base, with a concentration of at least 6 μCi per centimeter length. The alpha emitting atoms are attached to the base, with a desorption probability upon radioactive decay of not more than 30%.
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