Multiple function lead assembly and method for inserting assembly into an implantable tissue stimulator
USRE31990E · kind E · reissue
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| Filing date | Aug 18, 1982 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2002 |
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- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are provided for manually altering the function of the distal electrodes of a body implantable tissue stimulator assembly. In one exemplary embodiment, the polarity of distal electrodes may be reversed by axially repositioning the proximal connectors within the female connector assembly of a tissue stimulator.
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