Remote lead implant testing
US9420962B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/3706
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A lead coupling device adapted for coupling to a lead and methods for using the coupling devices are provided. The coupling device includes a housing assembly having a proximal opening and a distal opening. The coupling device also has a lead receiving channel that is disposed between the two openings to receive a lead therethrough. Various electronics components may also included in the coupling device that enable operations such as sensing, delivery of electrical energy and wireless communication between the coupling device and an external device.
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