Small ultrasound transducers

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2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Imam, Ali (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

Reexamination Certificate

active

07037270

ABSTRACT:
A miniaturized ultrasound transducer (e.g. less than 4 mm×4 mm×10 mm) is provided and is operable in small spaces, such as within a surgical field and placed upon, within, attached to, embedded within, etc. structures, organs or devices. The ultrasound transducer may be mounted onto or incorporated into a holding device to foster easily manipulation of the small transducer. The ultrasound transducer communicates with a processing unit via an electrical wire or cable or wirelessly.

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