Systems and methods for electrically stimulating the lower esophageal sphincter to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease
US8538534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present specification describes methods and devices using electrical stimulation to modulate lower esophageal sphincter (LES) pressure. The electrical stimulation may be delivered to the LES via one or more electrodes that is placed in contact with the LES tissue. The methods and devices are useful to treat a number of conditions or disease conditions, including for example, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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