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 date | Sep 25, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 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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