X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Stereoscopy
Patent
1998-02-09
2000-05-30
Bruce, David Vernon
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Specific application
Stereoscopy
378 62, 606130, A61B 602
Patent
active
060699329
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method is provided for coordinating two fluoroscope images, which permits accurate computer-based planning of the insertion point and angle of approach of a needle, drill, screw, nail, wire or other surgical instrumentation into the body of a patient, and subsequently guides the surgeon in performing the insertion in accordance with the plan.
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Peshkin Michael A.
Santos-Munne Julio J.
Bruce David Vernon
Hubbard, Esq. Marc A.
Northwestern University
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