Biopsy locator and guide

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1992-02-07

1994-05-31

Pellegrino, Stephen C.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

128665, 1286531, 606130, 378 37, 378706, A61B 1000

Patent

active

053160142

ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus for locating and guiding a biopsy needle with respect to an X-rayed specimen having a tumor to be engaged by the needle. Intersecting laser beams are utilized to mark the location of the tumor and to guide the biopsy needle in a vertical path. The laser beam source is movable in orthogonal paths while compensating means redirect the beams to maintain them within a target area.

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