Grid and patient alignment system for use with MRI and other ima

Details Grid and patient alignment system for use with MRI and other ima Grid and patient alignment system for use with MRI and other ima

1991-10-25

1993-01-12

Smith, Ruth S.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

1286535, 324308, 324309, A61B 5055

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051781468

ABSTRACT:
A grid system for interfacing MRI with other imaging modalities. The system includes a grid of contrast material which is compatible with MRI and other imaging modalities and a means to reproducibly position the subject in relation to the grid. The grid system is also used to plan radiotherapy and surgical biopsy procedures.

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