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System and method for providing alternative pacing modality selection

US7697985B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 2005
Grant dateApr 13, 2010
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Expiry dateApr 15, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/371
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An implantable medical device (IMD) identifies lead performance issues and provides alternative lead configurations to continue with the programmed therapy. In the absence of an appropriate alternatively lead configuration, the IMD determines alternative mechanisms to provide a similar therapy or to determine a secondary therapy.

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