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Low profile medical electrode

US5431166A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 22, 1993
Grant dateJul 11, 1995
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Expiry dateJan 22, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/0492
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An electrode having an extremely low profile and suitable for disposable use includes a base sheet constructed of a flexible conductive polymer. A tab is laminated to the top of the base sheet to form a pocket between the tab and the base sheet extending along the base sheet for receiving a hook connector. The hook connector has a bill and shank joined by a bend, the bill fitting between the pocket and the shank lying on top of the tab when the bill is so engaged to allow a low profile connection to the electrode. The elimination of rigid parts from the electrode improves its comfort and functionality.

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