NEUROMODULATION SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS

摘要

Embodiments of the present invention describe a system and method of stimulating nerves during a medical procedure including positioning one or more electrodes in electrical contact with one or more nerves of a patient and electrically stimulating the one or more nerves during a lower urinary, rectal or medical procedure affecting the bowel sufficient to affect one or more of bladder activity, prostate function, incontinence, or pain.

主权项

1. A method of reducing patient discomfort due to a procedure of the lower urinary tract, prostate or bowel, the method comprising:
electrically contacting one or more afferent or efferent nerve fibers that innervate the patient's prostate, bladder, or both, wherein the electrical contact occurs during the time a minimally invasive or surgical procedure of the lower urinary tract, prostate, or bowel is performed on said patient, and wherein the electrical contact is sufficient to reduce patient discomfort during and optionally after the procedure.