Patient support structure for performing defecography studies

Details Patient support structure for performing defecography studies Patient support structure for performing defecography studies

1989-01-23

1990-10-16

Fields, Carolyn E.

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

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Object holder or support

378 68, 4456, H05G 100

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049641530

ABSTRACT:
The present invention entails a patient support structure designed to be utilized in conjunction with a cradle of a conventional x-ray machine. In particular, the patient support structure includes a box type base structure that includes a top central opening and a clear fluid filled buttock support mounted atop the central opening. While the patient sets on the patient support structure an infusion line designed to carry a radiopaque medium is threaded through the structure and inserted into the anus of the patient.

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