Apparatus, system and method for delivering radio frequency energy to a treatment site
US5817092A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 1996 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/126
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are apparatus, systems, and methods for delivering RF energy to a treatment site. The therapeutic system includes a RF power supply and RF therapeutic probe. The probe includes at least one distal electrode and a proximal power supply connector. A control circuit is provided for controlling the amount of RF power supplied to the electrode. The control circuit is formed upon connection of the connector to the power supply.
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