Methods and systems for controlling blood pressure
US10485658B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3682
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for controlling blood pressure via electrical stimulation of the heart are disclosed. Embodiments may include at least two different stimulation patterns, each configured to reduce blood pressure to a different degree, and may alternate between stimulation patterns based on the need of a patient, for example, alternating between day and night or between periods of strenuous and light activity. Some embodiments may take advantage of a slow baroreflex response that occurs after treatment is stopped, suspending treatment for extended periods, and then resuming treatment before blood pressure levels reach pretreatment values. Embodiments may control blood pressure by controlling atrial pressure and atrial stretch.
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