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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 24, 2020
Filed:
Dec. 04, 2015
Nucletron Operations B.v., Veenendaal, NL;
Hendrik Steller, Rhenen, NL;
Wilhelmus Van Erp, Leek, NL;
Jan Willem Van Manen, Veenendaal, NL;
Norbert Johan Lukas Geheniau, Veenendaal, NL;
NUCLETRON OPERATIONS B.V., Veenendaal, NL;
Abstract
Systems, methods, and apparatuses are provided for an advanced gynecological applicator. In accordance with some embodiments, a brachytherapy applicator head and assembly is provided. The assembly may include two ovoid tubes configured to receive radiation sources, the two ovoid tubes combining to form a rounded applicator having a middle opening and comprising a plurality of needle holes to guide interstitial needles. The assembly may also include a central applicator tube configured to receive a radiation source that is located within the middle opening. Additionally, the assembly may include a vaginal cap that includes a tool-free connection to the two ovoid tubes and includes needle guides that align with the needle holes of the two ovoid tubes. The assembly may include a one-piece template for securing interstitial needles. The assembly may further include a tool-free connector to secure the two ovoid tubes to the central applicator tube.