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Method and apparatus for transforming view orientations in image-guided surgery

US6442417B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2000
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 2, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/365
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for performing transformations between a view orientation in a virtual space and a view orientation with respect to a target site in a patient's body where surgery is being performed. The view in virtual space enables the surgeon to see the internal structures in the target site in a variety of ways and orientations including from behind the site.

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