Medical electrical lead and method of manufacture

Details Medical electrical lead and method of manufacture Medical electrical lead and method of manufacture

1990-06-29

1991-08-20

Kamm, William E.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

128786, A61N 105

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050405446

ABSTRACT:
A medical electrical lead having a polyurethane outer sheath and one or more coiled metal conductors. The metal conductors are optimized for use in conjunction with a polyurethane sheath and are provided with a barrier coating of a biocompatible metal. The conductors may additionally be provided with an outer, insulative coating.

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