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Medical hyperspectral imaging for evaluation of tissue and tumor

US9795303B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2015
Grant dateOct 24, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2021/317
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for hyperspectral imaging analysis that assists in real and near-real time assessment of biological tissue condition, viability, and type, and monitoring the above overtime. Embodiments of the invention are particularly useful in surgery, clinical procedures, tissue assessment, diagnostic procedures, health monitoring, and medical evaluations, especially in the detection and treatment of cancer.

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