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Methods for imaging the anatomy with an anatomically secured scanner assembly

US8273015B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2007
Grant dateSep 25, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 4, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2562/028
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for viewing a portion of a patient's anatomy that comprises placing a scanner assembly including an oscillating reflector in the anatomy, securing the scanner assembly to an anatomical structure, scanning the anatomy with the scanner assembly secured to the anatomical structure, collecting radiation returned from the scanned anatomy, and generating a displayable image of the anatomy.

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