Epicardial screw-in lead

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2006-10-10

2006-10-10

Manuel, George (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

Reexamination Certificate

active

07120504

ABSTRACT:
An epicardial screw-in lead is disclosed which includes an elongated lead body, an electrode housing at a distal end of the lead body for stimulating cardiac tissue, and a helical fixation screw within the electrode housing which can be extended to affix the electrode housing to the cardiac tissue. Preferably at least a portion of the helical fixation screw is electrically active. A lead implantation kit is also disclosed that can include the screw-in lead, a screwdriver tipped stylet for activating the screw, and a flexible guiding sheath for directing the tip of the stylet to the electrode housing.

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