Handheld radiation delivery system
US8353812B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/1008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A handheld radiation delivery system is disclosed that includes a two-part delivery module comprising a reusable portion that contains a radioactive source wire and a disposable portion that includes a drive assembly for moving the radioactive source wire between storage and treatment positions. A disposable applicator tip is provided that includes a cannula for receiving the radioactive source wire when in the treatment position and a mechanism for limiting the number of uses of the device. A handheld cable actuator is operatively connected to the disposable portion of the handpiece to impart motion to the source wire.
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