Implantable retention system and method

Details Implantable retention system and method Implantable retention system and method

2011-04-19

2011-04-19

Patel, Niketa I (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

C607S116000, C607S118000, C607S119000, C607S130000, C600S377000, C600S386000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07930039

ABSTRACT:
An implantable anchor for anchoring a lead or catheter relative to biological tissue, implantable system including such an anchor and a lead or catheter, and a method of use of such anchor. The anchor comprises a body having a channel adapted to receive a catheter or lead, and a cover mounted on the body for pivoting motion along a lateral axis, that is an axis that extends generally in the lateral direction perpendicular to the catheter or lead, between an open position in which the anchor is adapted to allow a lead or catheter to be placed in or moved along the channel, and a locked position in which the anchor is adapted to retain a lead or catheter within the channel.

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