Radioactive seed implantation system and method
US7022062B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/1011
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A radioactive seed implantation system particularly adapted for use in the treatment of prostate cancer, the system incorporating multiple individually longitudinally and infinitely adjustable needles carrying radioactive seeds which may be simultaneously and precisely implanted in a prostate gland with a minimum of surgical time and operating room expense while minimizing swelling of the gland and reducing patient trauma. An improved method of implanting radioactive seeds in a prostate gland is also disclosed.
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