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Systems for affecting subcutaneous lipid-rich cells, systems for removing heat from subcutaneous lipid-rich cells, and systems for reducing subcutaneous lipid-rich cells

US9358149B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2013
Grant dateJun 7, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2007/029
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to methods for use in the selective disruption of lipid-rich cells by controlled cooling. The present invention further relates to a device for use in carrying out the methods for selective disruption of lipid-rich cells by controlled cooling.

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