Active fixation assembly for an implantable device

Details Active fixation assembly for an implantable device Active fixation assembly for an implantable device

2006-12-26

2006-12-26

Getzow, Scott M. (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

C607S127000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07155292

ABSTRACT:
An implantable device such as a lead is adapted for implantation on or about the heart and for connection to a system for monitoring or stimulating cardiac activity. The implantable device includes an active fixation assembly for securing the device to tissue. The active fixation assembly includes one or more recessed portions therein.

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