Selective neurostimulation for treating epilepsy

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7555344
APP PUB NO 20070100392A1
SERIAL NO

11261182

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A method and device for treating epilepsy are disclosed which provide for electrical, chemical or magnetic stimulation of certain areas of the brain to modulate neuronal activity of areas associated with symptoms of epilepsy. Deep brain stimulation is combined with vagus nerve stimulation to enhance symptomatic relief of the disorder. Some embodiments also employ a sensing capability to optimize the therapeutic treatment regimen.

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  • CYBERONICS, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Brannan, Stephen K Friendswood, US 2 318
Maschino, Steven E Seabrook, US 36 3902

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