Uterine electrical stimulation system and method
US8606371B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Some embodiments of the invention provide a system and method for treating insufficient uterine contractions after labor and delivery. The system includes a control module and a current source controlled by the control module to produce stimulating current at a frequency greater than or equal to about 5.0 Hertz. The system also includes one or more stimulation electrodes to provide the stimulating current to the patient in order for the patient to produce tonic uterine contractions.
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