Methods and systems for intracranial neurostimulation and/or sensing
US8718777B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36025
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for intracranial neurostimulation and/or sensing are disclosed. An intracranial signal transmission system in accordance with an embodiment of the invention includes a generally electrically insulating body having a head portion configured to be positioned at least proximate to an outer surface of a patient's skull, and a shaft portion configured to extend into an aperture in the patient's skull. The system can further include at least one electrical contact portion integrated with the support body. The at least one electrical contact portion can be positioned to transfer electrical signals to, from, or both to and from the patient's brain via an aperture in the patient's skull.
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