Apparatus and methods for guiding a needle

Details Apparatus and methods for guiding a needle Apparatus and methods for guiding a needle

2007-04-17

2007-04-17

Kennedy, Sharon E. (Department: 1615)

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

C604S165010, C604S170020

Reexamination Certificate

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10736331

ABSTRACT:
A needle guiding apparatus includes a base, a guide assembly, and an imaging sight. The base defines an opening that extends through the base. The guide assembly includes at least one passage, and the guide assembly is disposed within the opening of the base. The guide assembly also is rotatable about at least one axis. The imaging sight is disposed adjacent the passage. An entry needle can be inserted through the needle guiding apparatus and into a body. Devices and methods according to the present invention allow a medical professional to accurately and rapidly place a probe, such as a needle, in a patient.

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