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Epicardial patch electrode

US4971070A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 5, 1988
Grant dateNov 20, 1990
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/0587
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An epicardial defibrillation electrode employing an elongated, coil electrode embedded in the surface of a flexible electrode pad. The coil electrode provides increased flexibility and superior electrode flex life. The arrangement of the coil electrode provides uniform current distribution.

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