Intravascular device for neuromodulation
US8116883B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2030 |
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- 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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