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System and method for lead extraction

US11771448B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 2018
Grant dateOct 3, 2023
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2001/0578
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for extracting a lead from a patient comprising: providing a lead removal stylet; inserting the stylet into the lead; locking the stylet to a position inside the lead; and vibrating the stylet with tissue disrupting vibration to cause the lead to vibrate and to disconnect from binding tissue.

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