Controlled heartburn and reflux disease treatment
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Oct 15, 2002
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Feb 10, 2000
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A heartburn and reflux disease treatment apparatus and method include and utilize: an operable restriction device implanted in a patient and engaging the stomach close to the cardia or engaging the esophagus to form a restricted passageway in the stomach or esophagus, a source of energy for energizing the restriction device, and a control device for releasing energy from the source of energy from outside the patient's body. The released energy is used in connection with the operation of the restriction device including to enlarge or contract the restricted passageway.
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