Apparatus for transsphenoidal stimulation of the pituitary gland

Details Apparatus for transsphenoidal stimulation of the pituitary gland Apparatus for transsphenoidal stimulation of the pituitary gland

1995-05-19

1998-04-07

Buiz, Michael Powell

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

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604113, 604 21, 604194, A61M 2900

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ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus are provided for the stimulation through the sphenoid sinus, the pituitary gland and the adjoining brain structures. The apparatus consists of an inflatable balloon and which is inserted into the sphenoid sinus and inflated. The balloon will stimulate by pressure, heat, cold or electricity, the structures surrounding the sphenoid sinus. The balloon is controlled via connecting tubes and control wires. This method and apparatus has application in the treatment of pain and a number of other maladies of the nervous system.

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