Trigger-based regulation of excitable tissue control in the heart

摘要

Apparatus for modifying contractility of heart tissue, comprising: one or more electrodes (38), which are applied at respective sites in the heart; and an electrical control unit (44), which makes a determination at which of the sites, if any, to pace the heart, and which sets a parameter of an excitable tissue control (ETC) signal (36) to be applied to the heart respponsive to the determination and applies the ETC stimulation to at least one of the electrodes responsive to the parameter, so as to enhance contractility of the heart. 2619 י" ב בתשרי התשס" ה - September 27, 2004