Heat ablation systems, devices and methods for the treatment of tissue
US10349998B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04C2270/0421
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for treatment target tissue comprises an ablation device and an energy delivery unit. The ablation device comprises an elongate tube with an expandable treatment element. The system delivers a thermal dose of energy to treat the target tissue. Methods of treating target tissue are also provided.
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