Slide lock device and method for securing a patient positioning

Details Slide lock device and method for securing a patient positioning Slide lock device and method for securing a patient positioning

1997-05-05

1998-12-15

Trettel, Michael F.

Beds

Support means for discrete portion of user, useable with bed...

For head or neck

5601, 5630, 128869, 2483164, 292302, A61B 604

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active

058484493

ABSTRACT:
A slide lock device is provided for releasably locking a patient positioning mold to a base for accurate and repeatable radiation therapy. The slide lock device includes a rail secured to the base and a tab slidably mounted on the rail for overlapping engagement with the frame of the patient positioning mold. The tab locks the mold against vertical and lateral movement relative to the base in a quick and easy manner. A plurality of holes in the rail allow adjustable positioning of the mold through the use of indexing pins.

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