System and method for modulating the pacing rate based on patient activity and position
US7225023B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 25, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36542
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method are provided for compensating for the drop in blood pressure upon standing. Upon transition from prolonged sitting, lying down, or standing position, the pacemaker abruptly increasing its pacing rate upon postural transition. This pacing rate is triggered when a patient stands after a prolonged reclined or supine/prone position.
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