Systems and methods for ultrasound treatment of thyroid and parathyroid
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Jan 15, 2013
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Apr 15, 2010
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Feb 3, 2009
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Oct 14, 2008
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A treatment device and methods for HIFU treatment of thyroid and parathyroid disorders are provided. The treatment method includes steps of identifying a treatment zone and directing high intensity focused ultrasound energy towards the treatment zone. The treatment device has a first sensor for detecting swallowing motion and a second sensor for tracking the motion of the thyroid and parathyroid tissue with ultrasound imaging.
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