Method and device for registration and immobilization

Details Method and device for registration and immobilization Method and device for registration and immobilization

2006-07-11

2006-07-11

Bennett, Henry (Department: 3743)

Surgery

Body protecting or restraining devices for patients or infants

Head or face protector

C128S869000, C128S870000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07073508

ABSTRACT:
Support devices and pods for the head and neck region of patients undergoing radiation therapy are provided herein. The pod generally includes a support shell shaped to generally conform to the shape of the head and neck region of the patient, a foam insert that conforms to the head and neck region of the patient, and an immobilization facemask attached directly to the shell, thereby facilitating close placement of the radiation beam delivery device to the patient and reducing any attenuation and perturbation of radiation doses directed at the patient. The components of the pod are made from materials having properties that reduce any attenuation and perturbation of prescribed radiation doses.

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