Neurostimulator system and simulation lead
US9248303B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0558
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In an embodiment, a neurostimulator system includes a pulse generator module and a power source and control module. The pulse generator module includes an electrical stimulation lead and electrodes and is configured to be implanted within a body of a subject, to provide a therapy to the subject, and to receive power wirelessly from a source remote from the pulse generator module. And the power source and control module is configured to be located external to the body of the subject, to cause the pulse generator module to affect the therapy, and to provide power wirelessly to the pulse generator module.
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