Modification of airways by application of energy
AssigneeBroncus Technologies, Inc.
InventorsChristopher J. Danek, Thomas M. Keast, Bryan E. Loomas
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Abstract
A method for decreasing responsiveness or decreasing resistance to airflow of airways involves the transfer of energy to or from the airway walls to prevent or reduce airway constriction and other symptoms of lung diseases. The treatment reduces the ability of the airways to contract during an acute narrowing of the airways, reduces mucus plugging of the airways, and/or increases the airway diameter. The method provides a longer duration and/or more effective treatment for lung diseases than currently used drug treatments, and obviate patient compliance issues.
Claims54
A method for treating conditions of the lungs by decreasing airway responsiveness comprising:
- transferring energy to or from an airway wall in the lungs to alter the airway wall in such a manner that the responsiveness of the airway is reduced.
A method for treating conditions of the lungs by decreasing airway resistance to airflow comprising:
- transferring energy to or from an airway wall in the lungs to alter the airway wall in such a manner that a resistance to airflow of the airway is decreased.
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