Method and apparatus for positioning the arm of a patient...

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2005-05-03

2005-05-03

Trettel, Michael (Department: 3673)

Beds

Invalid bed or surgical support

Adapted for imaging

C005S622000, C005S623000, C378S209000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06886198

ABSTRACT:
A table is provided for positioning a patient for a medical procedure on a breast, the table comprising: a supporting platform having a back end for supporting the patient's legs and a front end for supporting the patient's torso while the patient is in a prone position, and a cavity at the front end for allowing the breast and a surrounding axilla region to be pendantly suspended therethrough; and an armrest for positioning and supporting a forearm such that a shoulder adjacent to the axilla region is at a desired height, wherein the armrest is lower than the platform.

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