Medical devices for modulating nerves
US9693821B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices and methods for making and using medical devices are disclosed. An example medical device may include a medical device for modulating nerves. The medical device may include an elongate shaft having a distal region. A balloon may be coupled to the distal region. An electrode may be disposed within the balloon. A virtual electrode may be defined on the balloon. The virtual electrode may include a region having a first conductive layer and a second conductive layer.
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