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Systems and methods for bilateral stimulation of left and right branches of the dorsal genital nerves to treat dysfunctions, such as urinary incontinence

Patent number: 7565198

Abstract: Systems and methods treat urinary incontinence by the bilateral stimulation of the left and/or right branches of the dorsal genital nerves using a single lead implanted in adipose or other tissue in the region at or near the pubic symphysis.

Type: Grant

Filed: June 10, 2005

Date of Patent: July 21, 2009

Assignee: Medtronic Urinary Solutions, Inc.

Inventors: Maria Bennett, Robert B. Strother, Julie Grill, Joseph J. Mrva, Therese Zmina, Geoffrey B. Thrope