Patents by Inventor Brian B. Murphy

Brian B. Murphy has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Radioactive seed implantation system and method
    Patent number: 7022062
    Abstract: A radioactive seed implantation system particularly adapted for use in the treatment of prostate cancer, the system incorporating multiple individually longitudinally and infinitely adjustable needles carrying radioactive seeds which may be simultaneously and precisely implanted in a prostate gland with a minimum of surgical time and operating room expense while minimizing swelling of the gland and reducing patient trauma. An improved method of implanting radioactive seeds in a prostate gland is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2006
    Inventor: Brian B. Murphy