MRI-safe implantable medical device
US7844343B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical lead is provided for use in a pulse stimulation system of the type which includes a pulse generator for producing electrical stimulation therapy. The lead comprises an elongate insulating body and at least one electrical conductor within the insulating body. The conductor has a proximal end configured to be electrically coupled to the pulse generator and has a DC resistance in the range of 375-2000 ohms. At least one distal electrode is coupled to the conductor.
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