Apparatus and method for delivering a neurostimulator into the pterygopalatine fossa
US9456836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/37518
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
One aspect of the present disclosure includes a neurostimulator delivery apparatus. The apparatus includes a handle portion, an elongate shaft extending from the handle portion, and a distal deployment portion. The distal deployment portion is configured to releasably mate with a neurostimulator. The neurostimulator is sized and configured for implantation into a craniofacial region of a subject.
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