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Method and apparatus to optimize electrode placement for neurological stimulation

US8532741B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 2007
Grant dateSep 10, 2013
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Expiry dateJun 13, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/376
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus can be used to guide or navigate an instrument relative to a body. Various types of information can be used to assist in the navigation, such as MRI data, diffusion tensor image data, and the like. The information can assist in identifying the portions of the body.

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