Shape sensor systems for tracking interventional instruments and mehods of use
US9918659B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2560/0456
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical tracking system comprises a fiducial apparatus that includes a sensor docking feature configured to mate with a mating portion of a sensor device. The sensor docking feature retains the mating portion in a known configuration. The fiducial apparatus also includes at least one imageable fiducial marker and a surface configured for attachment to an anatomy of a patient.
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