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Methods for using an implantable sensor unit

US7479108B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 13, 2006
Grant dateJan 20, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 7, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2503/40
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for obtaining data using an implantable sensor unit in a body of a patient includes: implanting the sensor unit in the body; conducting an imaging procedure on the body such that the sensor unit in the body serves as a fiducial marker; detecting a parameter using the sensor unit in the body; and transmitting data associated with the detected parameter from the sensor unit to a remote receiver unit.

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