Researchers Submit Patent Application, "Surface Brachytherapy Device, Applicator, And Methods Therefor", for Approval (USPTO 20240207640).

A patent application has been submitted for a surface brachytherapy device and methods for its use in treating skin cancer. The device aims to improve the effectiveness and reduce the side effects of radiation therapy for skin cancer. It includes a base, an aperture for transmitting radiation, and a shield body to absorb excess radiation. The device can be attached to different parts of the body and is adaptable to different stages and types of skin cancer. The patent application provides detailed descriptions and claims for the device and its methods. [Extracted from the article]