Methods are provided for partial aortic occlusion for cerebral perfusion augmentation in patients suffering from global or focal cerebral ischemia. The descending aorta is accessed. A device is then located downstream from the takeoff of the brachiocephalic artery. The device is operated to at least...http://www.google.ca/patents/US20090247884?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20090247884 - CEREBRAL PERFUSION AUGMENTATION