Power source selection for a fully implantable LVAD system
US11452860B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/8243
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of managing multiple power sources for an implantable blood pump includes operating the implantable blood pump with both power from an internal battery, the internal battery being disposed within an implantable controller and in communication with the implantable blood pump, and with transcutaneous energy transfer system (TETS) power in communication with the implantable blood pump, if TETS power is available.
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