Implantable electro-acupuncture device
US6377853B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3787
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Improved implantable devices for electro-acupuncture are described. The devices include a flexible conductor electrode, an anchor fixation for preventing motion of the device in tissue after implantation, and/or a sealed, liquid-impermeable housing.
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