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Tissue heating and ablation systems and methods using time-variable set point temperature curves for monitoring and control

US5755715A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 3, 1996
Grant dateMay 26, 1998
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Expiry dateJun 3, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2230/50
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods employ an energy emitting electrode to heat tissue. The systems and methods follow a prescribed temperature set curve, in which a setpoint temperature changes over time, to control the application of energy to the electrode.

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