Articulated needle guide for ultrasound imaging and method of using same

摘要: A shoulder is connected to a transducer housing in substantial alignment with the plane of an ultrasound beam provided at one end housing. An ascending link pivotally shoulder, descending and needle mount link. The link, are movable beam. guide may be generally cylindrical disposable needle-receiving sleeve inserted into guideway formed mount. Alternatively, cube-like structure readily attachable detachable from In latter form, slot defined by relatively spaced apart walls which equal height width space therebetween. this manner, approximately 45 degree angle obtained biopsy guideway.