Methods and apparatus for small footprint imaging system
US7297956B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 26, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/4417
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and system for imaging a patient is provided. The system includes an arcuate detector transport member that extends circumferentially about an examination axis, a base comprising an arcuate transport element configured to receive the detector transport member wherein the base is configured to translate the arcuate detector transport member in an arcuate path about the examination axis, and at least one gamma camera detector coupled to the detector transport member.
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