Shielded cartridge assembly for brachytherapy seeds
US8221302B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 7, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/101
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A brachytherapy seed cartridge assembly includes an elongate movable shield, formed from a radiation-shielding material, that is slideably supported so as to movable between an extended position and a retracted position. The cartridge assembly also provides a quick-connect feature for a more efficient assembly and disassembly.
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