Remotely monitored medical system
US7304582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG16H20/13
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A remote medication delivery system for providing remote monitoring, and optionally delivering, medication to a patient is provided. Specifically, in one embodiment the system comprises at least one dosage containment unit, a sensor for monitoring the status of the unit, and a transmitter for transmitting the status to a remote receiver. A method for remotely monitoring, and optionally delivering, medication to a patient is also provided.
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