Systems and methods for treating autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related dysfunctions
US8135472B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 31, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for treating autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related dysfunctions are disclosed. A method in accordance with a particular embodiment includes determining that a patient suffers from an autistic disorder and, based at least in part on the determination, selecting a cortical signal delivery site. The method can further include implanting an electrode within the patient's skull and external to a cortical surface of the patient's brain, and treating the autistic disorder by applying electrical signals to the implanted electrode in conjunction administering an adjunctive therapy to the patient.
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