Methods of treating medical conditions by neuromodulation of the sympathetic nervous system
US7877146B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 4, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0551
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to systems and methods for treating respiratory or pulmonary medical conditions by neuromodulation of a target site of the sympathetic nervous system and preferably a target site in communication with a sympathetic nerve chain. A system for treating a respiratory or pulmonary medical condition incorporating a closed-loop feedback system is also provided.
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