Methods and devices for visualization and ablation of tissue
US7874986B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/1425
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Delivery systems, and methods using the same, having an ultrasound viewing window for improved imaging and a needle for ablation treatment of target tissues. In an embodiment, the target tissue is a fibroid within a female's uterus. In an embodiment the delivery system includes a rigid shaft having a proximal end, and a distal end, and an axial passage extending through the rigid shaft. In an embodiment, the axial passage is configured for removably receiving the ultrasound imaging insert having an ultrasound array disposed on a distal portion.
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