Methods and devices for improving ultrasonic measurements using multiple angle interrogation
US6585649B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 2, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/4281
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides for ultrasonic methods, compositions and devices, particularly methods, compositions and devices that provide for interrogating with ultrasonic transducer(s) at multiple transmission angles in an anatomic region. The invention provides for improved interrogation devices that reduce tissue artifacts arising from heterogenous structures in tissues.
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