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The world’s first CVRx Rheos system procedure was performed at Tampa General Hospital. The CVRx Rheos system, a device that is a little smaller than a thin wallet with wires leading to the carotid arteries, is designed to improve heart function and lower risk of death by monitoring and sending electrical signals to those arteries.
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Rheos System
Rheos System
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Neurostimulator for hypertension Medical device-based treatment Evaluated for high blood pressure and heart failure Main function is dilation of arteries Stimulation by electrical impulses Stimulates kidney to exert fluid
Process of Rheos System
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Device implanted under collar bone 2 wires implanted in carotid arteries Activate baroreceptors Regulate the energy to brain Brain passes on signals to various parts This relaxes blood vessels and blood pressure
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Benefits of Rheos System
Reduces blood pressure Reduce risks relating to heart and kidney Triggers body’s own blood flow Reduce chances of stroke and death Slows down heart to take more time to be filled with blood Improve quality of life
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FGTBA participates in first CVRx Rheos system procedure
The world’s first CVRx Rheos system procedure was performed at Tampa General Hospital on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. The CVRx Rheos system, a device that is a little smaller than a thin wallet with wires leading to the carotid arteries, is designed to improve heart function and lower risk of death by monitoring and sending electrical signals to those arteries.
Read more:http://fgtba.com/news/general-news/fgtba-partipates-in-first-cvrx-rheos-system-procedure/
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CONTACT US
Florida Gulf To Bay Anesthesiology Assoc., PA
1 Tampa General Circle. #A327Tampa, Florida 33606-3508United States Phone: 813-844-4434
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