Medical devices for generating heat and methods of treatment using the same
US12076271B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 20, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0282
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for a medical or cosmetic treatment based on heat is provided. The device includes an impermeable backing layer and an adhesive layer in contact with the backing layer. The device also includes an alkali metal selected from a single, free alkali metal and an alloy alkali metals, the alkali metal in contact with at least a portion of the adhesive layer to define a treatment region. The device also includes a release liner in contact with the adhesive layer and the treatment region. A heat delivery system or kit including the device and a method for its use are also provided.
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