Surgery – Diagnostic testing – Detecting nuclear – electromagnetic – or ultrasonic radiation
Reexamination Certificate
2005-04-26
2005-04-26
Imam, Ali (Department: 3737)
Surgery
Diagnostic testing
Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation
Reexamination Certificate
active
06884219
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for guiding a needle in conjunction with a biopsy using an endocavity medical imaging device, where a non-reusable needle guide, which is relatively inexpensive which grasps the sheathed bracket firm, and holds the same in a set position based upon a protuberance having an intentionally low shear resisting capability.
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Imam Ali
Simmons, Perrine, Albright & Ellwoodd P.L.C.
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