Systems and methods for bilateral stimulation of left and right branches of the dorsal genital nerves to treat dysfunctions, such as urinary incontinence
US7565198B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 10, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3787
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods treat urinary incontinence by the bilateral stimulation of the left and/or right branches of the dorsal genital nerves using a single lead implanted in adipose or other tissue in the region at or near the pubic symphysis.
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