Ablation device with articulated imaging transducer
US8206300B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3784
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for imaging and treating tissue comprises a probe having a deflectable distal tip for carrying an imaging array and a delivery needle for advancement within a field of view of the imaging array. Optionally, the needle will carry a plurality of tines which may be selectively radially deployed from the needle. The imaging array will preferably be provided in a separate, removable component.
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