Patent ID: 8660631
Filing Date: 2014-02-25
Classification: A61B,A61D,A61M

Abstract:
1. Apparatus for imaging an animal having a craniocaudal axis, comprising: an elongated flexible film for supporting such an animal in a position with its craniocaudal axis transverse to an axis of elongation of the elongated flexible film; a forming mechanism for limning the elongated flexible film into an upwardly open, U-shaped loop, the loop being sized for receiving and engaging such an animal; a moving mechanism for moving the elongated flexible film in a direction of the axis of elongation while maintaining the U-shaped loop, whereby movement of the elongated flexible film applies torsion to such an animal so that it is rotated about its craniocaudal axis; and an imaging system for imaging such an animal at various angles of craniocaudal rotation.