Radiation attenuation system
US7099427B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/4423
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A radiation attenuation system for use with Computed Tomography procedures is disclosed. The system includes a shield made of a radiation attenuation material and may be useful in blocking or attenuating radiation, and assisting in the protection of at least one of a patient and a medical personnel present during the Computed Tomography procedure. The system may be useful for both Computed Tomography scanning procedures and Computed Tomography fluoroscopy procedures.
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