Electrical block positioning devices and methods of use...

Details Electrical block positioning devices and methods of use... Electrical block positioning devices and methods of use...

2006-08-29

2006-08-29

Peffley, Michael (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Electrical application

C128S898000, C606S041000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07097643

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides positioning mechanisms for devices that cause conduction blocks or ablation in desired areas of tissue. The positioning mechanisms allow for variable geometry of the target sites and enable more accurate therapy at the tissue site.

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