MRI-guided therapeutic unit and methods
US6773408B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 6, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/0095
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A high intensity focused ultrasound applicator includes a frame, ultrasonic emitters mounted on the frame and a bag containing a substantially air-free fluid permanently connected to the frame. The frame, the bag, the fluid within the bag and the emitters constitute a permanently connected unit which can be releasably connected to an ultrasonic actuation apparatus.
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