The Coupler - New Implant Lowers Blood Pressure After Outpatient Procedure

A new device developed by ROX Medical and named the 'Coupler' is a paper clip-sized implant which is inserted between the artery and vein in the upper thigh that has been shown to significantly lower blood pressure among patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure, compared to those treated with usual drug measures.  It can be inserted in a procedure lasting around 40 minutes under local anesthetic.   read more

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