Abstract: The present invention concerns an ultrasound system for the production of an acoustic wave pressure on a desired organ. The present invention further concerns a method for closing a liquid containing vessel, such as a blood vessel, by applying a first pulse of acoustic pressure for emptying the vessel of liquid, and than applying a second pulse for adhering the walls of the vessel to each other.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 28, 1999
Date of Patent:
March 27, 2001
Assignee:
Ultra Cure Ltd.
Inventors:
Yoni Iger, David Shalhevet, Dmitry Elman, Emanuel Segal, Salah Hassoon