Triphalangeal Ultrasound Probe Stabilization Feature
US-2023023910-A1 · Jan 26, 2023 · US
Triphalangeal ultrasound probe stabilization feature
US12558063B2 · US · B2
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-12558063-B2 |
| Application number | US-202418765541-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | B2 |
| Filing date | Jul 8, 2024 |
| Priority date | Jul 23, 2021 |
| Publication date | Feb 24, 2026 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2026 |
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A triphalangeal stabilization feature for an ultrasound probe includes a stationary member, a manipulation member, and a locking member. The stationary member has a shape conforming to an outer surface of the ultrasound probe. The manipulation member is slidingly coupled to the stationary member and extends away from the stationary member to provide a surface for one or more of a user's fingers. The locking member is configured to prevent movement of the manipulation member with respect to the stationary member at one or more different positions along the stationary member.
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What is claimed is: 1 . A triphalangeal stabilization feature for an ultrasound probe having a longitudinal axis extending orthogonal to a skin engaging surface of the ultrasound probe, the triphalangeal stabilization feature comprising: a stationary member having a shape conforming to an outer surface of the ultrasound probe and a slot extending linearly along the longitudinal axis; a manipulation member slidingly coupled to the slot of the stationary member and extending away from the stationary member, the slot preventing sliding motion of the manipulation member at an angle to the longitudinal axis; and a locking member configured to prevent movement of the manipulation member with respect to the stationary member at one or more different positions along the slot, between a proximal end abutment and a distal end abutment of the slot of the stationary member. 2 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary member is releasably coupled to the ultrasound probe. 3 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 2 , wherein the stationary member is coupled to the ultrasound probe via a threaded engagement, a clip and detent, an adhesive, a magnetic interaction, an interference fit, a press-fit, or a snap-fit engagement. 4 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 2 , wherein the stationary member is configured to be coupled to the ultrasound probe through a sheath positioned over the ultrasound probe. 5 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the locking member comprises a ball and detent mechanism. 6 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the manipulation member comprises a post extending orthogonally from the stationary member, the post including a post shaft with a first diameter and a post head with a second diameter larger than the first diameter. 7 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary member surrounds a distal end of the ultrasound probe in an interference fit. 8 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 7 , wherein the stationary member comprises an aperture shaped and positioned to align with a lens of the ultrasound probe. 9 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 8 , wherein the stationary member comprises a gel pad disposed over the aperture. 10 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary member includes a needle guide. 11 . The triphalangeal stabilization feature according to claim 1 , wherein the manipulation member comprises a first post and a second post separated from the first post.
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Needle locating or guiding means · CPC title
the shape being specially adapted to facilitate handling or improve grip · CPC title
Features of the external shape of the probe, e.g. ergonomic aspects · CPC title
- A61B8/44Primary
Constructional features of the ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic diagnostic device · CPC title
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- What does patent US12558063B2 cover?
- A triphalangeal stabilization feature for an ultrasound probe includes a stationary member, a manipulation member, and a locking member. The stationary member has a shape conforming to an outer surface of the ultrasound probe. The manipulation member is slidingly coupled to the stationary member and extends away from the stationary member to provide a surface for one or more of a user's fingers…
- Who is the assignee on this patent?
- Bard Access Systems Inc
- What technology area does this patent fall under?
- Primary CPC classification A61B8/44. Mapped technology areas include Human Necessities.
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- Publication date Tue Feb 24 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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