Ultrasound echogenic cardiac lead

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2005-09-13

2005-09-13

Bockelman, Mark (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical energy applicator

Reexamination Certificate

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06944505

ABSTRACT:
A lead has a flexible lead body which extends from a proximal end to a distal end. The lead body has a conductor coupled with an electrode. At least a portion of the conductor includes a layer of echogenic material encapsulated by the lead body. Alternatively, the echogenic material includes a coating of material. Optionally, the layer of echogenic material is disposed on at least a portion of the conductor or on one or more portions of the conductor.

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