Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Electrical energy applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-13
2011-10-11
Patel, Niketa I (Department: 3762)
Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application
Light, thermal, and electrical application
Electrical energy applicator
C607S116000, C607S118000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08036756
ABSTRACT:
An implantable medical electrical lead particularly for stimulation of the sacral nerves comprises a lead body extending between a distal end and a proximal end, and the distal end having at least one electrode of an electrode array extending longitudinally from the distal end toward the proximal end. The lead body at its proximal end may be coupled to a pulse generator, additional intermediate wiring, or other stimulation device. A fixation mechanism is formed on or integrally with the lead body proximal to the electrode array that is adapted to be implanted in and engage subcutaneous tissue, particularly muscle tissue, to inhibit axial movement of the lead body and dislodgement of the stimulation electrodes.
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Carlton Keith
Gerber Martin T.
Hartle Steven David
Mamo George J.
Spinelli Michele
Medtronics Inc
Patel Niketa I
Shumaker & Sieffert P.A.
Stoklosa Joseph
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