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Device and implantation system for electrical stimulation of biological systems

US12343530B2 · kind B2 · utility

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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	Nov 4, 2022
Grant date	Jul 1, 2025
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 3, 2042

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61B5/1116
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

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.

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