Stryker has been granted a patent for a patient support apparatus featuring a movable frame with an articulating support deck. It includes an X-ray cassette mover equipped with sensors and actuators to accurately position the X-ray cassette beneath the patient, enhancing imaging efficiency and precision. GlobalData’s report on Stryker gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Patient support apparatus with integrated x-ray cassette mover
The patent US12042316B2 describes a patient support apparatus designed to enhance the efficiency of X-ray imaging procedures. The apparatus features a movable base and a support frame that includes a patient support deck with an articulating back section. A key component is the X-ray cassette mover, which is integrated beneath the patient support surface. This mover is equipped with cassette sensors and actuators that facilitate the positioning of an X-ray cassette based on its size, as determined by the controller in communication with the sensors. The design allows for precise adjustments to the X-ray cassette's position relative to the patient, improving the accuracy of imaging.
Additionally, the apparatus incorporates patient position sensors, which may include ultrasonic, laser, or distance sensors, to monitor the patient's location on the support surface. The controller utilizes data from these sensors to further refine the positioning of the X-ray cassette mover. The X-ray cassette mover consists of a frame with a slot for easy cassette insertion and removal, and it employs a series of threaded lead screws and support nuts driven by actuators to achieve movement. The support tray, which holds the X-ray cassette, is also adjustable, featuring a clamp mechanism for secure engagement and disengagement of the cassette. This innovative design aims to streamline the X-ray imaging process while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
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