System and method of treating abnormal tissue in the human esophagus
US8398631B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 27, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/1467
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ablation catheter system and method of use is provided to endoscopically access portions of the human esophagus experiencing undesired growth of columnar epithelium. The ablation catheter system and method includes controlled depth of ablation features and use of either radio frequency spectrum, non-ionizing ultraviolet radiation, warm fluid or microwave radiation, which may also be accompanied by improved sensitizer agents.
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