Methods and systems for direct electrical current...

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2005-05-31

2005-05-31

Manuel, George (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical therapeutic systems

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06901296

ABSTRACT:
A small implantable stimulator(s) includes at least two electrodes for delivering electrical stimulation to surrounding tissue. The small stimulator provides means of stimulating a neoplasm with direct electrical current, such as relatively low-level direct current, without the need for external appliances during the stimulation session. The stimulator may be configured to be small enough to be implanted entirely within a neoplasm. Open- and closed-loop systems are disclosed.

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