Print mask technique for echogenic enhancement of a medical devi

Details Print mask technique for echogenic enhancement of a medical devi Print mask technique for echogenic enhancement of a medical devi

1996-12-23

1998-06-02

Jaworski, Francis

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

29DIG16, A61B 800

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057591547

ABSTRACT:
An echogenically enhanced medical device and method for manufacture are disclosed. A mask is applied to the surface of the medical device, and portions of bare metal are exposed through the mask. The masked device is subjected to a process which removes material from the exposed portions. The resulting depressions enhance echogenicity of the device under ultrasound. In a preferred embodiment the depressions comprise alternating rows of squares and diamonds disposed around the circumference of the device.

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