Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Electrical therapeutic systems
Reexamination Certificate
2011-06-21
2011-06-21
Layno, Carl H (Department: 3766)
Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application
Light, thermal, and electrical application
Electrical therapeutic systems
Reexamination Certificate
active
07966072
ABSTRACT:
Methods and compositions for treating a subject for obesity-hypoventilation syndrome, or related conditions, are provided. The subject methods include applying an electrical stimulus to a subject in a manner that modulates chest cavity capacity in a manner effective to treat the subject. Also provided are compositions, kits and systems for use in practicing the subject methods.
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Lee Patrick Yuarn-Bor
Yun Anthony Joonkyoo
Bozicevic Field & Francis LLP
Field Bret E.
Kidder Lynn J.
Layno Carl H
Palo Alto Investors
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