Tissue treatment device and related methods
US9629675B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N7/022
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hypotube based deliver system is used to position one or more elements in position for treatment within the body. The elements may include electrodes, sensors or injection ports or even anchors. The hypotubes may have pre-set shapes or are plastically deformed prior to positioning as they exit a positioning device. There are methods of providing therapy using the hypotubes including mixed mode therapies are also described.
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