Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Electrical therapeutic systems
Reexamination Certificate
2009-07-31
2011-12-27
Getzow, Scott (Department: 3762)
Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application
Light, thermal, and electrical application
Electrical therapeutic systems
Reexamination Certificate
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08086307
ABSTRACT:
This disclosure is directed to techniques for treating tachyarrhythmias, such as atrial or ventricular fibrillation, in which a number of electrodes are employed to deliver electrical stimulation to a patient's heart in a manner designed to terminate the tachyarrhythmia episode.
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Kappenberger Lukas J.
Lindemans Fredric W.
Uldry Laurent
Virag Nathalie
Getzow Scott
Medtronic Inc.
Soldner Michael C.
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