Apparatus, systems, and methods for achieving intravascular, thermally-induced renal neuromodulation
US8652129B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus, systems, and methods for achieving thermally-induced renal neuromodulation by intravascular access are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present application, for example, is directed to apparatuses, systems, and methods that incorporate a treatment device comprising an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft is sized and configured to deliver a thermal element to a renal artery via an intravascular path. Thermally-induced renal neuromodulation may be achieved via direct and/or via indirect application of thermal energy to heat or cool neural fibers that contribute to renal function, or of vascular structures that feed or perfuse the neural fibers.
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