Compression control lead anchoring device
US8126569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2001/0582
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implanted medical system includes a medical lead, an anchoring device and at least one suture secured circumferentially about the anchoring device to cause compression of the anchoring device on the medical lead. In particular, the anchoring device is received coaxially over the medical lead and includes an elastomeric sleeve and a compression governor. The elastomeric sleeve has a substantially elongate, hollow, and tubular body. The compression governor is substantially more rigid than the elastomeric sleeve and is coaxially secured to the elastomeric sleeve. The compression governor defines an inner bore having an effective diameter and is adapted to limit compression at a pre-selected minimum effective diameter to limit compressive forces exerted on the lead by the anchoring device.
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