Timing techniques for magnetic resonance imaging
US7660620B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3718
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention is directed to techniques in which magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is coordinated with the operation of an implantable medical device (IMD). By using an IMD to sense conditions, MRI can be improved because the sensed conditions can accurately define timing for application of electromagnetic radiation bursts. Moreover, by applying stimulation pulses specifically to coordinate the electromagnetic radiation bursts, the MRI may also be improved.
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