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Sphincteric control system
Est. expirySep 19, 2023(expired)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Y10S128/25A61N 1/36007A61F 2/0036
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Abstract
A sphincteric control system for controlling the function of a bodily organ, such as the bladder. The system comprises a first implanted sphincter ( 12 ) disposed about a portion of the bodily organ, a second implanted sphincter ( 13 ) disposed about a portion of the bodily organ, and a stimulator unit ( 20 ) that is adapted to apply electrical stimulation to each of the first and second implanted sphincters. One of the first or second implanted sphincters is made from a smooth muscle and the other of the first or second implanted sphincters is made from a striated muscle.
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exact text as granted — not AI-modified1 . A sphincteric control system for controlling the function of a bodily organ, the sphincteric control system comprising:
a first implanted sphincter disposed about a portion of the bodily organ; a second implanted sphincter disposed about a portion of the bodily organ; and a stimulator unit adapted to apply electrical stimulation to each of said first and second implanted sphincters; wherein one of said first or second implanted sphincters is made from a smooth muscle and the other of said first or second implanted sphincters is made from a striated muscle.
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