Implantable urological device with power and communication interface

The implantable urological device addresses the challenge of energy depletion by incorporating a rechargeable power source and wireless communication capabilities, enabling extended operation and improved functionality through transcutaneous power transfer and remote programming.

WO2025080569A1 Publication Date: 2025-04-17BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED INC
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/US2024/050359
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-10-07
Filing Date
2024-10-08
Publication Date
2025-04-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing implantable medical devices, such as urological devices, face challenges with energy depletion of their internal power sources before the end of their useful life, necessitating a solution for extended power supply and efficient communication.

Method used

The development of an implantable urological device with a housing containing a rechargeable power source and electronic components, featuring a secondary conductor for wireless power reception and an antenna for wireless communication, allowing for transcutaneous power transfer and remote programming.

Benefits of technology

This solution enables extended operation of implantable urological devices by allowing for wireless recharging and communication, thereby overcoming the limitations of traditional power sources and enhancing the device's functionality and longevity.

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Abstract

An implantable urological device (200) is disclosed. The implantable urological device includes a housing forming a first internal compartment, an electronic component disposed within the first internal compartment, and a header (226) coupled to the housing. The header forms a second internal compartment. A secondary conductor (228) is disposed within the second internal compartment and electrically coupled to the electronic component. The secondary conductor receives a wireless power signal. An antenna (230) is disposed within the second internal compartment and electrically coupled to the electronic component. The antenna receives a wireless communication signal.
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