Insertable fat suppression enhancer for use with magnetic resonance imaging
OwnerEva Zinreich, Helen Zinreich Shaferinventors
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Abstract
An insertable enhancer for improving the clarity and resolution of magnetic resonance images, which is constructed from plasticized polyvinyl chloride. The enhancer is adapted for placement into orifices or canals of the body, such as the ear canal, nasal passages, G.I tract or other cavities.
Claims7
An apparatus for improving the clarity and resolution of anatomical images taken during magnetic resonance imaging, said apparatus comprised of plasticized polyvinyl chloride formed in a predetermined shape for insertion into a canal or orifice of the body.
An apparatus for improving the clarity and resolution of magnetic resonance images taken of a patient s ear canal, said apparatus comprised of plasticized polyvinyl chloride, and said apparatus being formed as an ear plug for insertion into an ear canal of a patient.
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