Stimulation of the urinary system
US8725249B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0558
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are described including identifying a subject as suffering from an impaired body system, the body system being selected from the group consisting of: a cardiovascular system and a renal system. In response thereto, a structure is inserted inside a bladder of the subject, and the bladder is mechanically stimulated with the structure. Other applications are also described.
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