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Methods and systems for implantably monitoring external breathing therapy

US7468040B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 30, 2004
Grant dateDec 23, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 5, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/36842
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An implantable device is used to monitor one or more conditions associated with an external breathing therapy delivered to the patient. The device may monitor therapy parameters including therapy effectiveness, impact of the therapy on the patient, therapy usage, compliance with a prescribed usage, therapy interactions, and/or other parameters.

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