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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 09, 2004
Filed:
Jan. 31, 2002
Brian Soltis, St. Paul, MN (US);
Geordie Alfson, Blaine, MN (US);
Louis M. Buesseler, Bethel, MN (US);
Walt Laroche, Crystal, MN (US);
Jason J. Skubitz, Minneapolis, MN (US);
Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc., St. Paul, MN (US);
Abstract
A medical lead for tissue stimulation and sensing is provided, the lead having an electrode with an active fixation mechanism. The active fixation mechanism using a conductive spring element or wave washer to maintain electrical contact after extension of the active fixation mechanism. The active fixation mechanism is engaged by rotating a piston within the electrode housing which advances the fixation mechanism distally.
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