Passive fixation mechanism for epicardial sensing and stimulation lead placed through pericardial access
US7319905B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 3, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0587
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable lead having an elongated lead body that includes an electrical conductor extending between a distal end of the lead body and a proximal end of the lead body is disclosed. The lead further includes an electrode formed at the distal end of the lead body, the electrode being coupled to the electrical conductor and one or more passive fixation mesh sections coupled to the distal end of the lead body that promotes tissue over growth.
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