Transcranial ultrasound thrombolysis system and method of treating a stroke
US7300414B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/22082
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of transcranial ultrasound thrombolysis comprises the steps of providing a predetermined level of ultrasonic energy substantially throughout a primary treatment zone encompassing the M1 branch and M2 branches of the middle cerebral artery of an individual. A thrombolytic agent is also administered to the individual. A transcranial ultrasound thrombolysis system (10) is also provided that includes a transducer (20). The transducer is adapted to provide a predetermined level of ultrasonic energy substantially throughout a primary treatment zone encompassing at least a substantial portion of the M1 branch and the M2 branches of the middle cerebral artery in one hemisphere of a brain.
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