Lithotripsy Lens (IMAGE)

Duke University

Lithotripsy Lens

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This lithotripsy machine shock wave lens was modified by Duke engineers to more efficiently break up kidney stones. Modifications included a groove cut around the perimeter and an alteration in geometry.

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Duke University

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