Miniature implantable connectors

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2005-09-20

2005-09-20

Schaetzle, Kennedy (Department: 3762)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Structure of body-contacting electrode or electrode inserted...

C607S116000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06947782

ABSTRACT:
The invention discloses apparatus for connecting electrically conductive wire to a miniature, implantable sensor or stimulator device for detecting electrical signals or stimulating living tissue. The implantable device has an electrically conductive end on its case which is intimately connected to a doorknob electrode for communicating electrical signals between the living tissue and the device by a biocompatible wire. A spring clip removably attaches to the doorknob electrode so that the wire may be easily attached to the doorknob electrode during surgery. An insulating rubber boot, which may be silicone, surrounds the case end, doorknob electrode, and spring clip to isolate the living tissue from the conductive components. The components are all biocompatible materials.

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