Target depth locators for trajectory guide for introducing an instrument
US7559935B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3405
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This document discusses, among other things, examples of a stereotactic apparatus that includes reticles or other imagable locators for confirming placement of an instrument introduced along a desired trajectory. In certain examples, the reticles are re-positionable with respect to the trajectory to permit placement confirmation along different views. In other examples, the reticles are positionable toward or away from a skull.
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