Breast imaging method and system
US9949719B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/429
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ultrasound scan probe and support mechanism are provided for use in a multi-modality mammography imaging system, such as a combined tomosynthesis and ultrasound imaging system. In one embodiment, the ultrasound components may be positioned and configured so as not to interfere with the tomosynthesis imaging operation, such as to remain out of the X-ray beam path. Further, the ultrasound probe and associated components may be configured to as to move and scan the breast tissue under compression, such as under the compression provided by one or more paddles used in the tomosynthesis imaging operation.
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