Intravascular medical device
US7627376B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3787
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable medical device is configured so that all of the major components including a housing and attached leads are disposed within the vasculature of a patient. A tether extends from the housing of the device to an implant location where the tether is secured to tissue outside of the vasculature. In this manner, an intravascular medical device may be implanted at a location remote from final placement, delivered via the vasculature and anchored at the initial entry point.
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