Foamed patient transport incubator
US9974705B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 3, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2210/90
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A patient transport incubator (PTI) suitable for MRI device having an open bore; the PTI comprises an inner volume having a first set of dimensions, adapted by means of shape and size to accommodate a patient or accommodate at least a portion of an MRI-compatible neonate's cradle, the inner volume is further covered by an envelope having a second set of dimensions, adapted by means of shape and size to be temporarily introduced within the open bore; wherein at least a portion of the envelope comprises MRI safe thermo-isolating and noise reducing foam. The invention will increase the safety and comfort of MRI scanning of neonates.
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