External counterpulsation unit

Abstract

This invention is an improved medical device for non-invasive counterpulsation treatment of heart disease and circulatory disorder through external cardiac assistance. The device is comprised of cuffs which are affixed on a patient's lower body and extremities, and which constrict by electromechanical activation, thereby augmenting blood pressure for treatment purposes. Cuffs contain preferably fixed volume fluids such as gel, air, or water. Cuffs wrap around and are affixed to the patient's lower body and limbs. Computer or electronic means automatically correlate constriction of electromechanical actuators in the cuffs variably with the patient's measured physiological indicators, including diastolic and systolic heart functions, thereby augmenting blood pressure and optimizing benefit of counterpulsation treatment.

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