Electrical stimulation treatment of hypotension
US8233988B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 14, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0517
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention includes methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock, anaphylactic shock and hypovolemia. The method includes the step of applying at least one electrical impulse to at least one selected region of a parasympathetic nervous system of the patient. The electrical impulse is sufficient to modulate one or more nerves of the parasympathetic nervous system to increase the ratio of blood pressure to heart rate and relieve the condition and/or extend the patient's life.
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