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Date of Patent
January 19, 2010
Patent Application Number
11446179
Date Filed
June 2, 2006
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Patent abstract
An exemplary method includes calling for delivery of energy to one or more electrodes positionable proximate to an autonomic pathway to alter tone of the geniglossus muscle. Such a method may maintain or alter upper airway patency and, in turn, prevent or alleviate obstructive apnea. Other exemplary methods, devices, systems, etc., are also disclosed.
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