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Method and apparatus for detection of acid reflux

US6475145B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2000
Grant dateNov 5, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/4233
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for monitoring gastrointestinal pH levels are disclosed. A gastroesophageal diagnostic device for determining the duration of exposure of a patient's esophagus to pH levels clinically significant for gastroesophageal reflux disease is disclosed.

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