Compression paddle for use in breast imaging
US9855014B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/4416
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to the manufacture and use of a non-rigid breast compression paddle, such as a compression paddle having a mesh material forming the primary interface with patient tissue. In certain implementations, an automatic feedback driven approach may be used in conjunction with such a compression paddle for compressing breast tissue.
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