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Devices and methods for cardiovascular reflex control

  • US 6,522,926 B1
  • Filed: 09/27/2000
  • Issued: 02/18/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/27/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of activating a baroreceptor to induce a baroreceptor signal and thereby effect a change in the baroreflex system in a patient, the method comprising the steps of:

  • providing a baroreceptor activation device;

    implanting the baroreceptor activation device intravascularly proximate a baroreceptor in a vascular wall; and

    activating, deactivating or otherwise modulating the baroreceptor activation device to induce a baroreceptor signal to effect a change in the baroreflex system.

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