Method for tuning lithotripsy frequency to target size
US12364497B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2044 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for tuning lithotripsy frequency to target size are disclosed. In one embodiment, a lithotripsy system for comminuting a stone in a body includes: a burst wave lithotripsy (BWL) therapy transducer configured to transmit smooth ultrasound waves within a burst of ultrasound waves toward the stone; and a controller configured to determine operating frequency of the ultrasound waves of the therapy transducer. The operating frequency of the ultrasound waves is determined as:
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