Methods for renal neuromodulation
US9636173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36057
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Catheter apparatuses, systems, and methods for achieving renal neuromodulation by intravascular access are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present application, for example, is directed to apparatuses, systems, and methods that incorporate a catheter treatment device comprising an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft is sized and configured to deliver an energy delivery element to a renal artery via an intravascular path. Thermal or electrical renal neuromodulation may be achieved via direct and/or via indirect application of thermal and/or electrical energy to heat or cool, or otherwise electrically modulate, neural fibers that contribute to renal function, or of vascular structures that feed or perfuse the neural fibers.
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