Position tracking device
US7532201B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/4438
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A position tracking device is disclosed combining one or more optical sensors in a housing with a medical device. The medical device may be an insertion device or one that produces radiant energy. The device may utilize an on-board processor or an external processor to track position data generated by the optical sensors and correlate the treatment regime of the medical device. Alternative embodiments and methods of use are also described.
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