Fastening device for an epicardial lead

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2005-01-14

2008-12-09

Layno, Carl H (Department: 3766)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

C607S122000, C607S126000, C607S128000, C607S129000, C607S130000, C607S149000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07463932

ABSTRACT:
An epicardial pacing lead including a flexible, elongated lead body. The epicardial pacing lead has a proximal end and a distal end. An electrode is coupled to the lead body near the distal end. A housing is coupled to the lead body proximal to the electrode. A platform is at least partially encompassed by the housing. The platform includes at least four tines. Each tine is adapted for engagement with the epicardium and includes an upper section extending outwardly from the platform and a lower section extending distally at an angle to the upper section.

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