An alignment device and method is provided. Higher precision is achieved when fixing an orientation of an insertion axis using alignment devices shown. A symmetric clamping force is provided that reduces or eliminates unwanted displacement after the desired orientation is obtained. Another feature includes increased flexibility to use a variety of primary medical devices. Another feature includes a standoff feature that reduces tissue damage. Another feature includes an orienting fixture for image guided procedures.
申请公布号
EP1677696(A2)
申请公布日期
2006.07.12
申请号
EP20040788916
申请日期
2004.09.23
申请人
IMAGE-GUIDED NEUROLOGICS, INC.
发明人
SOLAR, MATTHEW, S.;SKAKOON, JAMES, G.;PARMER, KARI;MILLER, THOMAS, I.;FREAS, MARK, STEPHEN