Phased array imaging and therapy intraluminal ultrasound device
US11883235B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/0043
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Intraluminal ultrasound devices, systems and methods are provided. In one embodiment, an intravascular ultrasound device includes a flexible elongate member configured to be positioned within a body lumen of a patient, the flexible elongate member including a distal portion and a longitudinal axis; a first ultrasound transducer array configured to obtain ultrasound imaging data of the body lumen; and a second ultrasound transducer array configured to apply an ultrasound therapy within the body lumen. Both the first and second ultrasound transducer arrays are disposed at the distal portion of the flexible elongate member and circumferentially positioned around the longitudinal axis of the flexible elongate member.
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