Arrangement and method for assessing tissue qualities
US8170649B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2021/4792
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An arrangement and method for imaging and/or measuring tissue qualities, such as tissue thickness, tissue surface roughness and degree of tissue fiber linearization. The arrangement includes at least one light generating element, at least one light detecting element, a probe with an extension, and possibly a control apparatus including a signal processor for processing the detected signals and/or images. The extension is designed to convey light from the light generating element to the tissue for visualization and/or measurement. The extension is also designed to convey light back-scattered from the tissue to the light detecting element. The detecting element is designed to measure the intensity and/or spatial distribution of light back-scattered from the tissue.
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