Fat layer thickness mapping system to guide liposuction surgery
US6524250B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 19, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/582
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device is described that can be easily used by surgeons to measure and monitor changes before, during, and after a liposuction procedure and assist in producing symmetrical body contours. The device comprises a remote control and data processing unit, a handheld ultrasound transducer, a display monitor and means for marking anatomical points to be measured.
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