Iontophoretic agent delivery to the female reproductive tract
US6139538A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 6, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for iontophoretically delivering an agent to a patient having a uterus and a cervix. The apparatus comprises a probe sized to fit within the cervical canal. A cervical cap has an inner surface. The probe projects from the inner surface. A first electrode has a first portion operably connected to the cervical cap and a second portion operably connected to the probe. The first electrode is configured to be electrically connected to a power supply. A second electrode is configured to be electrically connected to the power supply. A reservoir having a first portion operably connected to the cervical cap and a second portion operably connected to the probe.
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