Lithotripsy system having an ultrasonic calculi locator

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1989-09-05

1990-04-03

Smith, Ruth S.

Surgery

Truss

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128 24A, A61B 1722, A61B 800

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049131567

ABSTRACT:
A calculi locator is provided using an ultrasound transducer in combination with shock wave generator. Various means are provided for assuring coincidence of ultrasound obtained images of the calculi, the actual location of the calculi and of the target focal point of the shock wave generator means.

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