Ultrasound transducer for multiple focusing and method for manuf

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1996-07-02

1997-10-21

Manuel, George

Surgery

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A61B 800

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056785542

ABSTRACT:
An ultrasound transducer having an elevation profile or surface geometry for focusing various frequency ultrasound beams at various focal points. The elevation profile or surface geometry is defined by at least two different geometries.

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