Application of electric fields to the lung as therapy for pulmonary edema
US8359093B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3627
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
System and method of applying electric fields to a patient's lung(s) to reduce pulmonary edema. The system includes a first electrode and a second electrode, at least one of which is associated with the lung. The electric field can be controlled so as to modulate a level of fluid in the lung.
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