Method for MR-guided brachytherapy with consistent patient positioning
US9575148B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01R33/288
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a method for guiding brachytherapy radiation treatment the patient is supported on a table and an MR magnet is brought into the treatment bunker through doors for imaging while the after-loader for the radiation source delivery is stored away in a storage location outside the RF shield. A safety system controls movement of the after-loader and the magnet. Images of the patient obtained while the patient is on the table are used to locate the applicator with respect to the lesion and organs-at-risk. The MR and X-ray compatible patient support table with MR coil integration includes a removable end-extension, which provides pelvic access for applicator insertion.
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