Breast immobilization device and method of imaging the breast

Details Breast immobilization device and method of imaging the breast Breast immobilization device and method of imaging the breast

2005-10-25

2010-06-22

Winakur, Eric F (Department: 3768)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S437000, C378S037000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07742796

ABSTRACT:
A method for imaging a breast is provided. The method includes positioning a breast within a breast holder including a flexible membrane and creating at least a partial vacuum within the flexible membrane. A method of upgrading a mammography system and various configurations of breast holders are also provided.

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