Apparatus and method for planning a stereotactic surgical procedure using coordinated fluoroscopy

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PATENT NO 5799055
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08649798

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An apparatus and method is provided for coordinating two fluoroscope images, which permits accurate computer-based planning of the insertion point and angle of approach of a needle, drill, screw, nail, wire or other surgical instrumentation into the body of a patient, and subsequently guides the surgeon in performing the insertion in accordance with the plan.

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  • NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Peshkin, Michael A Skokie, IL 51 1959
Santos-Munne, Julio J Evanston, IL 11 1563

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