Shroud-based electrodes having vented gaps
US7925322B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3756
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and method according to the disclosure relate to promoting flow of body fluids in and around and between a substantially planar cardiac-sensing electrode and a shroud member utilizing spacing therebetween and/or one or more apertures, notches, slots and the like. For example, a relatively recessed area or aperture formed in an exemplary resin-based shroud member includes apertures that cooperate to promote flow of body fluids therearound.
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