Split-ring brachytherapy device and method for cervical...

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2007-06-21

2010-02-23

Gilbert, Samuel G (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Radioactive substance applied to body for therapy

Radioactive substance placed within body

Reexamination Certificate

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07666130

ABSTRACT:
Methods and devices are for providing the delivery of radioactive therapeutics to a cervix using a split ring applicator. The split ring applicator includes a central tandem and a plurality of adjustable split ring tubes that are adjustable laterally in relation to a cervical axis. A radiation dosage is deliverable to a cervical wall by at least one of the plurality of adjustable split ring tubes.

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