Secured and self contained spinal cord stimulator leads and catheters
US10105513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0057
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A stimulator lead is herein disclosed. The stimulator lead includes a proximal portion that is configured for placement external the epidural space through a first opening, wherein said proximal portion is operatively connected to an IPG unit, a distal portion that is configured for placement external the epidural space through a second opening, and a third portion between the proximal and distal portions that is configured for percutaneous placement in an epidural space, wherein said middle portion includes at least one stimulator electrode for placement adjacent to target dura.
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