Magnetic targeting system and method of using the same
US8092460B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention describes a magnetic targeting system suitable for guiding a biocompatible device to a target area within the body (in vivo) and method of using the same. The system includes a targeting member having a steering material and is attached to the biocompatible device. The system also includes at least one anchoring member constructed and arranged for the inclusion of a magnetic material effective for influencing the traversal of the steering material, in vivo. The magnetically influenced anchoring member interacts with the targeting member such that the biocompatible device is positionable relative to the target area.
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