Respiratory stimulation for treating periodic breathing
US8838245B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 22, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/0816
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for treating and/or preventing is described for treating periodic breathing characterized by cyclical hyperventilation and hypoventilation, examples of which include Cheyne-Stokes respiration and central sleep apnea. The system could also be used in the treatment of other conditions involving an impairment of respiratory drive.
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