Method and apparatus for controlling neural stimulation during disordered breathing
US8050765B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/0816
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A neural stimulation system controls the delivery of neural stimulation using a respiratory signal as a therapy feedback input. The respiratory signal is used to increase the effectiveness of the neural stimulation, such as vagal nerve stimulation, while decreasing potentially adverse side effects in respiratory functions. In one embodiment, the neural stimulation system detects apnea and, in response, adjusts the delivery of the neural stimulation pulses and/or delivers a respiratory therapy treating the detected apnea.
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