Implantable systems and methods for identifying a contra-ictal condition in a subject

摘要

Systems and methods of monitoring a subject's neurological condition are provided. In some embodiments, the method includes the steps of analyzing a physiological signal (such as an EEG) from a subject to determine if the subject is in a contra-ictal condition; and if the subject is in a contra-ictal condition, providing an indication (e.g., to the subject and/or to a caregiver) that the subject is in the contra-ictal condition. The systems and methods may utilize a minimally invasive, leadless device to monitor the subject's condition. In some embodiments, if the subject is in a pro-ictal condition, the method includes the step of providing an indication (such as a red light) that the subject is in the pro-ictal condition.

主权项

1. A physiological monitoring system comprising:
an electrode configured to detect a physiological signal from a subject; a processing assembly for sampling the physiological signal, the processing assembly being configured to process the physiological signal to determine whether the subject is in a contra-ictal state and generate an output indicating the determination, said contra-ictal state being a neurological state in which the subject is unlikely to transition into an ictal state within a time period; and a therapy device that receives the output and selectively applies therapy in response to the output.