Surgery – Magnetic field applied to body for therapy – Magnetic element placed within body
Patent
1989-08-10
1990-12-18
Green, Randall L.
Surgery
Magnetic field applied to body for therapy
Magnetic element placed within body
623 11, A61N 210
Patent
active
049783238
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method are provided which utilize either the attracting forces of dissimilar pole magnets, or the repelling forces of similar pole magnets, to keep passageways open in living organisms. These passageways might otherwise collapse and close involuntarily due to dysfunction, thus impeding flow of vital gaseous or liquid fluids. Embodiments are described for both permanently implanted and for removable magnets, which may or may not interact with externally attached magnets, thus maximizing the convenience of utilizing this system for the patient. A method of preventing accidental extubation is also described.
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Green Randall L.
Willse David H.
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