EDWARD WALTER GERTZ
Medical Practice in Scottsdale, AZ
License number
Pennsylvania MD010377E
Category
Medicine
Type
Medical Physician and Surgeon
Address
Address
2
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
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Phone
1207 Meridian Blvd, Warrington, PA 18976
3411 E Rancho Dr, Paradise Vly, AZ 85253
1207 Meridian Blvd, Warrington, PA 18976
745 Bridgeview Rd, Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
745 Bridgeview Rd, Fstrvl Trvose, PA 19053
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Methods For Ultrasound Imaging Involving The Use Of A Contrast Agent And Multiple Images And Processing Of Same
Methods For Ultrasound Imaging Involving The Use Of A Contrast Agent And Multiple Images And Processing Of Same
US Patent:
6231834, May 15, 2001
Filed:
Dec 2, 1997
Appl. No.:
8/982829
Inventors:
Evan C. Unger - Tucson AZ
Thomas A. Fritz - Tucson AZ
Edward W. Gertz - Paradise Valley AZ
Thomas A. Fritz - Tucson AZ
Edward W. Gertz - Paradise Valley AZ
Assignee:
ImaRx Pharmaceutical Corp. - Tucson AZ
International Classification:
A61B 813
US Classification:
424 951
Abstract:
Improved methods for providing an image of an internal region of a patient. Embodiments of the invention involve the administration to the patient of a contrast agent which comprises, in an aqueous carrier, a lipid, protein, polymer or surfactant, and a gas. The patient is scanned using ultrasound imaging to obtain a visible image of the region. In embodiments of the invention, the scanning step may comprise applying a first quantity of ultrasound energy to the patient to provide a first image, followed by the application substantially immediately thereafter of a second quantity of ultrasound energy to provide a second image. The first and second images are then processed. The methods are particularly useful for obtaining on-line images of the cardiovascular region which may be employed, for example, to diagnose the presence of diseased tissue in the cardiovascular region of a patient.
Targeted Contrast Agents For Diagnostic And Therapeutic Use
Targeted Contrast Agents For Diagnostic And Therapeutic Use
US Patent:
6139819, Oct 31, 2000
Filed:
Sep 17, 1997
Appl. No.:
8/932273
Inventors:
Evan C. Unger - Tucson AZ
Thomas A. Fritz - Tucson AZ
Edward W. Gertz - Paradise Valley AZ
Thomas A. Fritz - Tucson AZ
Edward W. Gertz - Paradise Valley AZ
Assignee:
ImaRx Pharmaceutical Corp. - Tucson AZ
International Classification:
A61B 800, A61K 9127
US Classification:
424 952
Abstract:
Novel contrast agents which may be used for diagnostic and therapeutic use. The compositions may comprise a lipid, a protein, polymer and/or surfactant, and a gas, in combination with a targeting ligand. In preferred embodiments, the targeting ligand targets coagula, including emboli and/or thrombi, particularly in patients suffering from an arrhythmic disorder. The contrast media can be used in conjunction with diagnostic imaging, such as ultrasound, as well as therapeutic applications, such as therapeutic ultrasound.