Thoracic aorta and vagus nerve stimulation
US8626299B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36564
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are provided, including an electrode that is placed in contact with an artery of a subject. A control unit drives the electrode to perform a function with respect to the artery, the function selected from the group consisting of: driving a current into the artery, and sensing an electrical parameter of the artery. A transmitter is placed in a vein of the subject that is in a vicinity of the artery, the transmitter being wiredly connected to the control unit. The control unit is configured to drive the electrode by wirelessly transmitting a signal via the transmitter. Other embodiments are also described.
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