Embodiments of the present invention are related to techniques for increasing the visibility of needles while using ultrasound or other imaging technologies. For example, one embodiment of the present invention is directed to a needle that includes a longitudinal needle-shaped base structure and at least one enclosure positioned circumferentially about the base structure. The needle also includes at least one core defined in the at least one enclosure, wherein the at least one core comprises a gas and/or fluid that is configured to limit propagation of ultrasonic energy therethrough.
申请公布号
WO2010033406(A3)
申请公布日期
2010.05.14
申请号
WO2009US56324
申请日期
2009.09.09
申请人
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATION, INC.;MOREY, TIMOTHY, EARL;ENNEKING, FRANCESCA, KAYSER