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Apparatus for tissue irradiation and methods and kits utilizing the same

US11992695B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 4, 2020
Grant dateMay 28, 2024
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/0667
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

One aspect of the invention provides an apparatus including: a fluid-impermeable membrane configured to contain a fluid and be placed in the cavity; a light emitter provided within the membrane; and a fluid provided within the membrane, wherein the fluid scatters light emitted by the light emitter such that the intensity of the light is substantially uniform over the inner surface of the cavity proximal to the membrane.

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