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Esophageal activity modulated obesity therapy

  • US 8,321,030 B2
  • Filed: 04/20/2010
  • Issued: 11/27/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/20/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of modulating a component of the nervous system of a mammal, the method comprising:

  • providing a sensor, wherein the sensor is configured to produce a first sensor output signal associated with the onset of a period of nutrient consumption, and a second sensor output signal, associated with the end of a period of nutrient consumption;

    providing a stimulator configured to output a first therapeutic signal in response to the first sensor output signal, and a second therapeutic signal in response to the second sensor output signal;

    wherein applying the first therapeutic signal to a first component of the nervous system is effective to mimic satiety in the mammal; and

    wherein applying the second therapeutic signal to a second component of the nervous system is effective to produce an increase in energy expenditure in the mammal.

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