Patent ID: 7819824
Filing Date: 2010-10-26
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A dual-array transrectal probe system for mechanical imaging of a prostate comprising: a probe head sized to fit inside a rectum and equipped with a two-dimensional head pressure sensor array adapted to obtain a head pressure response data when said probe head is pressed against said prostate, the head pressure sensor array including a plurality of individual head pressure sensors, a probe shaft attached to said probe head to form a transrectal probe, said probe shaft including a shaft pressure sensor array adapted to obtain a shaft pressure response data, the shaft pressure sensor array including a plurality of individual shaft pressure sensors that provide a pressure sensitive area all the way around the probe shaft, an electronic unit connected to said transrectal probe and adapted to receiving said head and shaft pressure response data, and a processing and display means connected to said electronic unit, said processing and display means