Methods, devices, and systems for non-invasive delivery of microwave therapy
US10463429B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods, apparatuses and systems are provided for non-invasive delivery of microwave therapy. Microwave energy may be applied to epidermal, dermal and subdermal tissue of a patient to achieve various therapeutic and/or aesthetic results. In one embodiment, the microwave energy is applied to a target tissue via an energy delivery applicator connected to an energy generator. The energy delivery applicator may comprise one or more antennas, including monopole, dipole, slot and/or waveguide antennas (among others) that are used to direct the microwave energy to the target tissue. The energy delivery applicator may also comprise a cooling element for avoiding thermal destruction to non-target tissue and/or a suction device to localize thermal treatment at specific portions of a skin fold.
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