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Integrated delivery and visualization tool for a neuromodulation system

  • US 8,781,574 B2
  • Filed: 03/04/2013
  • Issued: 07/15/2014
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/29/2008
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A delivery tool configured to deliver a neurostimulator into a patient, comprising:

  • a handle portion;

    an elongate shaft comprising a contoured distal portion, the contoured distal portion shaped and configured to maintain contact with a posterior maxilla and elevate a periosteum off of the posterior maxilla to avoid soft tissue dissection;

    a visualization system embedded in the elongate shaft, the visualization system comprising an electronic chip positioned within the distal portion and configured to provide video and/or still images to be sent to a viewing system; and

    an insertion groove on the elongate shaft configured to deploy the neurostimulator.

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