Cardiac rhythm management for fetal, neonatal, and/or pediatric patients
US7551959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 18, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3629
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method including inserting an electrode into an umbilical vein, and advancing the electrode through the umbilical vein to a location near or in a heart. In an example, the electrode is inserted into an umbilical vein in utero. In another example, the electrode is inserted into an umbilical vein in a child soon after the child is born. In an example, the electrode is connected to a lead. In an example, a lead is inserted through a catheterized umbilicus.
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