ULTRASOUND TRANSDUCER COUPLING APPARATUS

摘要

A transducer coupling apparatus is provided including a base (12) having a first surface with a biocompatible adhesive (24) thereon for removably securing said base to a skin surface of a patient, said base having a second surface configured to operatively maintain an ultrasound transducer (16) in ultrasound coupling engagement with the patient. The apparatus can further include a hydrogel (18) positioned between the adhesive and the first surface to facilitate ultrasound coupling with the patient. One of the base and the hydrogel can include a marking (20) for aiding in sighting a treatment site.