Breast biopsy and needle localization using tomosynthesis systems
US8532745B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/376
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods, devices, apparatuses and systems are disclosed for performing mammography, such as utilizing tomosynthesis in combination with breast biopsy.
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