Insertion tools and methods for an electrical stimulation implant
US8494650B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0551
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In some embodiments, a method includes inserting at least a distal end portion of an insertion tool within a body. The distal end portion of the insertion tool is coupled to an electronic implant having a stimulation portion, a terminal portion and a substantially flexible conductor disposed between the stimulation portion and the terminal portion. The distal end portion of the insertion tool is moved within the body such that the stimulation portion of the electronic implant is disposed adjacent a target location and the terminal portion of the electronic implant is disposed beneath a skin of the body.
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