Implantable medical device with detachable battery compartment
US7337002B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3758
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable medical electronic tissue stimulating device is formed of two hermetically sealed, fluid impervious housings, one containing an electronic pulse generator and the other a battery power supply. The two are adapted to be mechanically and electrically coupled together through a coupler/connector whereby current from the battery in one sealed housing is fed to the electronic pulse generator in the other sealed housing.
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