Dosimetrically customizable brachytherapy carriers and methods thereof in the treatment of tumors
US9022915B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/1024
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Brachytherapy radioisotope carrier systems and methodology for providing real-time customized brachytherapy treatment to subjects with tumors difficult to control using conventional radiation therapy techniques. The invention generally relates to devices, methods and kits for providing customized radionuclide treatments, to help cure, slow progression or regrowth, or ameliorate the symptoms associated with tumors.
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