Method and system for treating acute heart failure by neuromodulation
US8818501B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 1, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/00892
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems of treating acute heart failure by applying a therapy signal at least one sympathetic cardiopulmonary fiber surrounding the pulmonary trunk that affects heart contractility more than heart rate. Methods and systems also include adjusting the signal to effectuate treatment.
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