System and methods for electrosurgical treatment of sleep obstructive disorders

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PATENT NO 6086585
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09136079

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The present invention provides systems and methods for selectively applying electrical energy to a target location within the head and neck of a patient's body, particularly including tissue in the ear, nose and throat. The present invention applies high frequency (RF) electrical energy to one or more electrode terminals in the presence of electrically conductive fluid to remove and/or modify the structure of tissue structures. The present invention is particularly useful for treating sleep obstructive disorders, such as sleep apnea and snoring.

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ARTHROCARE CORPORATION7000 WEST WILLIAM CANNON DR BLDG ONE AUSTIN TX 78735

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Eggers, Philip E Dublin, OH 235 68170
Ellsberry, Maria B Fremont, CA 25 8319
Hovda, David C Mountian View, CA 46 14926
Thapliyal, Hira V Los Altos, CA 186 50020

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