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Systems and methods for neuromodulation for treatment of pain and other disorders associated with nerve conduction

US8504147B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 25, 2009
Grant dateAug 6, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/36017
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods and apparatus are provided for selective destruction or temporary disruption of nerves and/or conduction pathways in a mammalian body for the treatment of pain and other disorders. Apparatus comprises catheters having electrodes for targeting and affecting nerve tissue at a cellular level to reversible and irreversible nerve poration and incapacitation.

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