Systems and methods for implanting electrode leads
US11701144B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/72
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for insertion tools for implanting electrode leads. In one embodiment, an insertion tool comprises a shaft having an outer cannula and an inner cannula. An actuator may be configured to transition the insertion tool between at least three configurations. In a first configuration, the inner cannula and the outer cannula are configured to receive the lead in the shaft. In a second configuration, the inner cannula and the outer cannula are configured to secure the lead in the shaft. In a third configuration, the inner cannula and the outer cannula are configured to cause the lead to separate from the insertion tool and implant in adjacent tissue.
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