Method and system for noninvasive mastopexy
US7530356B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/0052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for noninvasive mastopexy through deep tissue tightening with ultrasound are provided. An exemplary method and system comprise a therapeutic ultrasound system configured for providing ultrasound treatment to a deep tissue region, such as a region comprising muscular fascia and ligaments. In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, a therapeutic ultrasound system can be configured to achieve depth from 1 mm to 4 cm with a conformal selective deposition of ultrasound energy without damaging an intervening tissue in the range of frequencies from 1 to 15 MHz. In addition, a therapeutic ultrasound can also be configured in combination with ultrasound imaging or imaging/monitoring capabilities, either separately configured with imaging, therapy and monitoring systems or any level of integration thereof.
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