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System and method for screening tissue

US7993271B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2007
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B8/485
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method for screening tissue is provided. The system provides a computer-based system for distinguishing between normal and potentially abnormal tissue. The system includes computer components for generating and receiving ultrasonic waves, for storing a tissue model, and for analyzing received ultrasonic waves in the context of the tissue model.

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