Ultrasound guided probe device and method of using same
US8900151B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3413
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to devices and methods for use in ultrasound guiding of percutaneous probes during medical procedures. The ultrasound devices of the present invention include an ultrasound transducer. The devices can also include means and methods for imaging a virtual probe overlaying the sonogram formed by the ultrasound device such that a real time image of the probe approach to the target may be observed during and after probe placement.
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