Detector and localizer for low energy radiation emissions

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A detector particularly suited for use in immuno-guided surgery capable of detecting very faint gamma emissions and thereby localizing cancerous tumor. The detector employs a hand manipular probe within which is contained a crystal such as cadmium telluride which is secured in a light-tight environment. A noise immune structuring of the probe and crystal combination includes the utilization of electrically conductive compliant cushion layer located at one face of the crystal in conjunction with freely abutting biasing and ground contacts. A nylon resilient, retainer is positioned in tension over the assemblage of crystal ground and, biasing contacts and compliant layers to achieve a …