Methods of determining tissue contact based on radiometric signals
US9014814B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 21, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for detecting tissue contact prior to and/or during energy delivery to tissue. For example, the methods may include calculating temperature and detecting tissue contact based on signal(s) received from a radiometer. The radiometer may provide information about whether a treatment device is in contact with the tissue, and thus provide feedback to assist a clinician in properly contacting and treating the tissue.
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