Methods and systems for detection and thermal treatment of lower urinary tract conditions
US9265459B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 5, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N7/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates generally to systems and methods for detecting and/or treating lower urinary tract conditions. One embodiment of the invention is directed to a medical device. The medical device includes an elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end and an end effector assembly that extends distally from the distal end of the elongate member. The end effector assembly includes a plurality of end effector units. Each end effector unit has a sensing element for detecting a location of abnormal organ function and a treatment element for treating the location of abnormal organ function.
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