Method for monitoring patient using acoustic sensor

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PATENT NO 6527729
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09689270

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A method for monitoring the progression of the disease of a heart failure patient is provided. An implantable or other ambulatory monitor senses acoustic signals including heart and lung sounds within the patient. Significant changes in the energy content of either the heart or lung sounds is indicative of a heart failure exacerbation. This information may be used to warn the patient or healthcare providers of changes in the patient's condition warranting attention.

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PACESETTER INC15900 VALLEY VIEW COURT SYLMAR CA 91342

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Turcott, Robert Mountain View, CA 30 3798

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