Device and implantation system for electrical stimulation of biological systems

US11517750B2 · kind B2 · utility

Inventors

• Virender K. Sharma · Paradise Valley, US
• Edy Sofer · Los Angeles, US
• Paul V. Goode · Round Rock, US
• Bevil Hogg · Murrieta, US
• Shai Policker · Tenafly, US
• Matthew Joseph Gani · Seattle, US
• Jay Miazga · Seattle, US
• Kaila Raby · Albuquerque, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 8, 2019
• Grant date: Dec 6, 2022
• Expiry date: Mar 8, 2039

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B5/1116
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

The present specification discloses devices and methodologies for the treatment of GERD. Individuals with GERD may be treated by implanting a stimulation device within the patient's lower esophageal sphincter and applying electrical stimulation to the patient's lower esophageal sphincter, in accordance with certain predefined protocols. The presently disclosed devices have a simplified design because they do not require sensing systems capable of sensing when a person is engaged in a wet swallow, have improved energy storage requirements, enable improved LES function while concurrently delivering additional health benefits, and enable improved LES function post stimulation termination.