Devices and methods for reducing parasympathetic nerve activity in patients with a respiratory syndrome
US11007001B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/025
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Some embodiments relate to a method of reducing excess mucosa production and/or secretion in the respiratory tract, comprising: introducing into the lumen of the trachea or the lumen of the bronchi a device configured for damaging nerve tissue or blocking neural conduction in the surroundings of the lumen; and activating the device to damage the nerve tissue enough to suppress parasympathetic nerve activity which causes the excess mucosa production and/or secretion.
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