Localization mechanism for an MRI compatible biopsy device

Details Localization mechanism for an MRI compatible biopsy device Localization mechanism for an MRI compatible biopsy device

2002-06-12

2010-11-02

Casler, Brian (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

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Reexamination Certificate

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07826883

ABSTRACT:
A localization mechanism, or fixture, is used in conjunction with a breast coil for breast compression and for guiding a core biopsy instrument during prone stereotactic biopsy procedures in both open and closed Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines. The localization fixture includes a fiducial marker and three-dimensional Cartesian positionable guide for supporting and orienting an MRI-compatible biopsy instrument with detachable probe/thumb wheel probe to the biopsy site of suspicious tissues or lesions.

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