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Subcutaneous electrical data port

US5205286A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 24, 1991
Grant dateApr 27, 1993
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/372
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A subcutaneous data port which may be surgically implanted beneath the skin of a subject and electrically connected to implanted leads, sensors or an implanted medica device. The data port provides electrical connections through conductive rubber access ports. The access ports can be penetrated by a coated needle, establishing an electrical connection. An indifferent plate electrode provides a replicable ground or body reference electrode.

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