Method for Creating 3D Coordinate Systems in Image Space for Device and Patient Table Location and Verification

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APP PUB NO 20080031414A1
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11741720

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The present invention provides a patient couch top or device for quickly and accurately positioning a patient during simulation and treatment by placing a series of small fiducial markers in discrete locations on the couch top or device. With use of the fiducial markers, the present invention allows for the correction for misalignment and deformation of patient positioning equipment which occurs due in part to a patient's size and weight. The present invention also provides a method for positioning a patient and correcting for deformation of the couch top or device.

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QFIX SYSTEMS LLC440 CHURCH ROAD AVONDALE PA 19311

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COPPENS, Daniel D Avondale, PA 39 442

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