Lead stabilization devices and methods
US7797053B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 27, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for stabilizing an electrical lead in a cardiac vein of a heart using a tether and a stent anchor. The stent anchor may include a proximal eccentric apex such that the distal electrode of the lead lies against and establishes electrical contact with tissue of the heart.
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