Surgery – Truss – Pad
Patent
1995-06-07
1998-07-07
Kamm, William E.
Surgery
Truss
Pad
A61B 505
Patent
active
057753318
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for stimulating and locating a nerve is described. The apparatus is closed-loop in nature in that the device is automated and is independent of the skill of the operator. The apparatus includes a stimulating probe having an array of electrodes, an automatic control means, and a response detecting means. Response feedback is analyzed according to an electrode selecting algorithm (incorporating a response interpreting algorithm) so that ongoing stimulation is restricted to a subset of the array which produces a criterion response with the least magnitude of stimulation. A method of use is also described. The device and method are also intended to permit optimal stimulation of a located nerve for therapeutic purposes.
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Coats David E.
Raymond Stephen A.
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Kamm William E.
UroMed Corporation
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