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Safe-mode operation of an implantable medical device

US8140159B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 21, 2005
Grant dateMar 20, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/3718
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method, system, and apparatus for implementing a safe mode operation of an implantable medical system using impedance adjustment(s) are provided. A first impedance is provided to a lead. An indication of a possibility of a coupled energy is received. Based upon said indication, a second impedance associated with the lead to reduce the coupled energy is provided.

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