Radiation attenuation system for lateral imaging
US7767990B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/4423
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A radiation attenuation system for attenuating radiation during lateral radiographic imaging of an object is provided. The system includes a first radiation attenuating barrier that is substantially conformable to the object and configured to at least partially cover the object. The first radiation attenuating barrier has a fenestration area defining at least one opening. The system further includes a second radiation attenuating barrier coupled to the first radiation attenuation barrier. The second radiation attenuating barrier is selectively movable between a collapsed position and a generally upright position relative to the first radiation attenuating member.
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