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Seed magazine

US8172741B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 25, 2009
Grant dateMay 8, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2501/0036
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention provides magazines for radioactive brachytherapy seeds. The seed magazines provided herein include housing, seed holder, and pusher components, and optionally have a slidable shield to protect a user from radiation.

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