Medical hyperspectral imaging for evaluation of tissue and tumor
US8320996B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 29, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2021/317
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for hyperspectral imaging analysis that assists in real and near-real time assessment of biological tissue condition, viability, and type, and monitoring the above over time. Embodiments of the invention are particularly useful in surgery, clinical procedures, tissue assessment, diagnostic procedures, health monitoring, and medical evaluations, especially in the detection and treatment of cancer.
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