Selective neurostimulation for treating epilepsy
US7555344B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0534
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and device for treating epilepsy are disclosed which provide for electrical, chemical or magnetic stimulation of certain areas of the brain to modulate neuronal activity of areas associated with symptoms of epilepsy. Deep brain stimulation is combined with vagus nerve stimulation to enhance symptomatic relief of the disorder. Some embodiments also employ a sensing capability to optimize the therapeutic treatment regimen.
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