Abstract: An imaging system for locating subcutaneous blood vessels and a method for locating subcutaneous blood vessels using the system. The system includes at least one infrared emitter an infrared detector, a computing unit that enhances images and outputs enhanced images in substantially real time, a display device for displaying enhanced images, and a power source. The method includes the steps of preparing a body target area, putting on the headset, powering up the system, locating a target blood vessel, inserting a needle into the target blood vessel, and performing the medical procedure.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 22, 2004
Date of Patent:
May 12, 2009
Assignee:
Vue Tek Scientific, LLC
Inventors:
Ronald Marcotte, Mark Arsenault, Dominic Pelletier, Walter Hebold, Milton Waner, Louis Fink