Heart model

US7220127B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Medtronic, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Elizabeth A. Ellingson · Eden Prairie, US
• Gregory A. Boser · Richfield, US
• David L. Miller · Circle Pines, US
• Ryan P. Lahm · Lino Lakes, US
• Jill A. LaFavor · Minnetonka, US
• Mandy L. Rasmussen · Minneapolis, US
• Sonar Shah · Los Angeles, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jan 22, 2004
• Grant date: May 22, 2007
• Expiry date: Nov 14, 2024

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B33Y80/00
• WIPO field: Control
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A heart model provides a simulative environment for lead implantation and affixation. In one embodiment, removable silicone plugs are provided at appropriate locations so that an inserted lead can be affixed to the plugs with a helical tip. A simulative venous structure is provided that has increased lubricity to facilitate the insertion and manipulation of the lead.