Patient head protection device
US12011306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 31, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/033
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates, in some embodiments thereof, to devices and methods for protecting a patient's upper body portion from collision with medical instruments, such as an X-ray imaging system and/or an X-ray radiation protection apparatus. In some embodiments, the invention provides a head protection device comprising a support platform for supporting a patient's head; and a head protection shield connected to the support platform. In some embodiments, the shield is pivotally connected to the support platform to allow a relative pivotal movement between the support platform and the shield. In some embodiments, the device includes an adjuster unit allowing to vertically adjust the distance between the head protector shield and the support platform, thereby allowing to fit various head sizes.
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