Tissue necrosis methods and apparatus
US10286231B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/0095
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for creating tissue necrosis include an energy delivery apparatus that can be positioned adjacent a target treatment site such as a vessel without direct contact with the treatment site tissue. Collimated energy is then directed to the vessel to create necrotic regions in the tissue. Exemplary use in renal vessels creates necrotic regions in adjacent nerves which can alleviate hypertension in a patient.
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