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Intravascular device for neuromodulation

US8116883B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 2, 2007
Grant dateFeb 14, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2001/0585
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present disclosure describes intravascular systems that may be used for a variety of functions. The elements of the disclosed systems include at least one device body implanted within the vasculature. Electrodes on a lead and/or on the device body itself are used to direct electrical energy to neurological targets. These systems may additionally include one or more fluid reservoirs housing drugs or other agents to be delivered to tissue.

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