System and method of treating abnormal tissue in the human esophagus

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PATENT NO 6551310
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09714344

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An ablation catheter system and method of use is provided to endoscopically access portions of the human esophagus experiencing undesired growth of columnar epithelium. The ablation catheter system and method includes controlled depth of ablation features and use of either radio frequency spectrum, non-ionizing ultraviolet radiation, warm fluid or microwave radiation, which may also be accompanied by improved sensitizer agents.

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COVIDIEN LP FORMERLY KNOWN AS TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP1800 BROADWAY SUITE 300 HOLLAND & HART LLP BOULDER CO 80302

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Ganz, Robert A 1431 Lakeview Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55416 57 2888
Stern, Roger A 10418 Palo Vista Rd., Cupertino, CA 95014 104 26904
Zelickson, Brian D 2764 Drew Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55416 35 2572

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