Methods and apparatuses for remodeling tissue of or adjacent to a body passage
US9174050B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/124
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example device may include a catheter extending along a longitudinal axis. A balloon may be coupled to an end of the catheter. The balloon having a plurality of cylindrical treatment zones extending along the longitudinal axis in an expanded state. A plurality of electrode assemblies may be coupled to the balloon. Each electrode assembly may include a distal electrode pad and a proximal electrode pad.
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