Radiotherapy template assembly
US12427337B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2023 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/1018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of inserting brachytherapy seeds into a body organ includes grasping a body organ between a frame defining a large central hole and an additional element. A grid defining a plurality of apertures adapted to receive elongate applicators is placed on one side of the body organ. A plurality of applicators are passed through apertures in the first and second grids and through the body organ. The brachytherapy seeds are anchored in the organ through the frame.
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