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vagus
(redirected from vagus nerve)

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His spokesman said he suffered a so-called 'vagal episode', affecting the vagus nerve which slows down the heart rate.
Sarko falls sick while out jogging; HOSPITAL by The Mirror (London, England)
A presidential aide told AFP that Sarkozy had a problem related to his vagus nerve -- which helps the body regulate heart rate -- but that doctors considered the problem "minor".
Brown wishes Sarkozy swift recovery by AFP / AFP European Edition
ORLANDO -- Chronic vagus nerve stimulation delivered by an implantable device resulted in significant functional and quality of life improvements in patients with advanced heart failure in a first-in-man study.
VNS improves quality of life after heart failure by Jancin, Bruce / Clinical Psychiatry News
 
 
 
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