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The implantable neurocybernetic prosthesis system.
Terry, R S; Tarver, W B; Zabara, J.
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  • Terry RS; Cyberonics, Inc., Webster, Texas.
Pacing Clin Electrophysiol ; 14(1): 86-93, 1991 Jan.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-1705341
The neurocybernetic prosthesis system (NCP) is an implantable, multiprogrammable pulse generator that delivers constant current electrical signals to the vagus nerve for the purpose of reducing the frequency and severity of epileptic seizures. The signals are delivered on a predetermined schedule, or may be initiated by the patient with an external magnet. The device is implanted in a subcutaneous pocket in the chest just below the clavicle, similar to pacemaker placement. The stimulation signal is transmitted from the prosthesis to the vagus nerve through a lead connected to an electrode which is a multi-turn silicone helix, with a platinum band on the inner turn of one helix. The prosthesis can be programmed with any IBM- compatible personal computer using NCP software and a programming wand.
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Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Prótesis e Implantes / Nervio Vago / Terapia por Estimulación Eléctrica / Cibernética / Epilepsia Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Pacing Clin Electrophysiol Año: 1991 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos
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Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Prótesis e Implantes / Nervio Vago / Terapia por Estimulación Eléctrica / Cibernética / Epilepsia Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Pacing Clin Electrophysiol Año: 1991 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos