Localized hypothermia to treat weight disorders

摘要

Materials and Methods for producing localized hypothermia in a patient for treatment of a weight disorder (e.g., obesity).

主权项

1. A method for treating a weight disorder in a patient in need thereof, comprising subjecting an organ or tissue of the patient to localized hypothermia by:
(a) inserting into the patient a device comprising an inflatable member having an interior and an exterior, and an inflow conduit and an outflow conduit in fluid communication with the interior of the inflatable member; (b) infusing the inflatable member with a fluid passed through the inflow conduit, wherein the fluid is at a temperature from about 4° C. to about 35° C.; and (c) removing fluid from the inflatable member through the outflow conduit.