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US 2006/0190052 A1Published application
Methods and compositions for treating obesity-hypoventilation syndrome
AssigneePalo Alto Investors
InventorsAnthony Yun, Patrick Lee
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Abstract
Methods and compositions for treating a subject for obesity-hypoventilation syndrome, or related conditions, are provided. The subject methods include applying an electrical stimulus to a subject in a manner that modulates chest cavity capacity in a manner effective to treat the subject. Also provided are compositions, kits and systems for use in practicing the subject methods.
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A method of treating a subject for obesity-hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) or a related form of obstructive sleep apnea, said method comprising:
- applying an electrical stimulus to at least one target site of said subject to modulate chest cavity capacity of said subject in a manner effective to treat said subject for OHS.
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