Fully implantable miniature neurostimulator for stimulation as a therapy for epilepsy
US6788975B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0529
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A small implantable stimulator(s) with at least two electrodes is small enough to have the electrodes located adjacent to a nerve structure at least partially responsible for epileptic seizures. The small stimulator provides a means of stimulating a nerve structure(s) when desired, and may be implanted via a minimal surgical procedure.
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