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Method and portable device for treating skin disorders

US8433400B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 23, 2008
Grant dateApr 30, 2013
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 16, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P17/00
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device for treating a skin condition is provided. The device comprises a delivery system for administering a composition to the skin disorder. The delivery system includes an electrode for delivering a composition to the skin of a person and a counter electrode. The device also includes a drainage system which includes a channel for removing material from a person's skin and a pump in communication with the channel The device further includes a control system for powering and controlling the electrode system.

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