Methods of modulating nerves of the hepatic plexus
US10064674B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 21, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 7, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N7/022
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
According to some embodiments, a method of treating a subject having diabetes or symptoms associated with diabetes is provided. The method includes delivering a neuromodulation catheter within a vessel (e.g., hepatic artery) having surrounding nerves that innervate the liver (e.g., sympathetic nerves of the hepatic plexus). The method may also include modulating (e.g., disrupting, ablating, stimulating) the nerves by mechanical compression, energy delivery, or fluid delivery.
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