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Systems and methods for integrating a navigation field replaceable unit into a fluoroscopy system

US7621169B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 2006
Grant dateNov 24, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/376
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Certain embodiments of the present invention provide methods and systems for imaging system calibration using a field replaceable unit. Certain embodiments provide a field replaceable unit for imaging system calibration. The unit includes an array of radio opaque fiducials arranged for use in image calibration for an imaging system. The unit also includes a plurality of receivers positioned around a periphery of a detector in the imaging system for use in navigation calibration for the imaging system. The unit further includes a connection for providing data regarding image calibration and navigation calibration to a processor. Additionally, the unit includes a frame for positioning the array of radio opaque fiducials and the plurality of receivers embedded in a concave target with respect to a detector in the imaging system.

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