Device, apparatus, and method of adipose tissue treatment
US8771263B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2202/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved procedure for performing liposuction is obtained by utilizing a needle that includes a laser source conductor with one end of the needle being configured for insertion into a target adipose skin volume and the other end being coupled to a laser source. The needle may include one or more channels for extracting the treated adipose area. A vacuum source can be used in the extraction of the treated adipose. Further, the first end of the needle may include a cap or end-piece that reduces the build up of carbon deposits. A temperature sensor may be used as input to adjust the laser power and prevent over exposure.
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