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Mobile radiography imaging apparatus using prior related images before current image exposure and methods for same

US8976931B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 13, 2011
Grant dateMar 10, 2015
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Expiry dateOct 3, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG16Z99/00
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A mobile radiography apparatus has a moveable (e.g., wheeled) transport frame and an adjustable column mounted at the frame. A boom apparatus supported by the adjustable column can support an x-ray source. A display at the mobile radiography apparatus is configured to provide an examination procedure for a patient, the examination procedure to include a visual indication that at least one related prior image exists for the examination procedure.

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