Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Electrical energy applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2005-03-08
2009-11-17
Getzow, Scott M (Department: 3762)
Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application
Light, thermal, and electrical application
Electrical energy applicator
C600S374000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07620458
ABSTRACT:
The invention describes a steerable sheath for percutaneous epicardial access. The invention also describes a novel lead to facilitate left ventricular pacing and efficient defibrillation.
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Asirvatham Samuel J.
Bruce Charles J.
Friedman Paul A.
Fish & Richardson P.C.
Getzow Scott M
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
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