Devices, methods and systems for delivery of X-ray
US6496561B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N5/1007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention includes a device for X-ray treatment in a passage, a method for positioning an X-ray emitter at a treatment area in the passage, a method for exposing a length of the treatment area, and a method for moving a catheter automatically. In addition, the present invention includes a bellows valve adapter and a hemostasis valve adapter that allows fluid to circulate between a sheath and an X-ray emitter within the device and allows movement of the X-ray emitter within the sheath. Further, the invention includes a catheter pullback assembly for retracting or advancing an X-ray emitter, a system for X-ray treatment in a body, and a treatment system for controlling an X-ray emitter.
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