Electrochemical device comprising an acupuncture electrode and its use for treating cancer
US11850423B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/306
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention discloses an electrochemical device for treating cancer, characterized by using an acupuncture needle as a working electrode to produce hydrogen in a tumor tissue, thereby destroying the tumor tissue through the produced hydrogen gas. The device of the invention has low cost and simple operation, can realize minimally invasive treatment, and is green and environmentally friendly.
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