Method and apparatus for imaging the cervix and uterine wall

Details Method and apparatus for imaging the cervix and uterine wall Method and apparatus for imaging the cervix and uterine wall

2007-11-20

2007-11-20

Jaworski, Francis J. (Department: 3768)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S443000, C600S588000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10420125

ABSTRACT:
Elastography is used to examine soft tissue of the uterus to detect tumors and to evaluate the strength of the cervix of the uterus based on its elastographic properties.

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