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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 11, 2005
Filed:
Dec. 14, 2001
Matthew Laabs, San Juan, PR (US);
Scott M. Partridge, Shoreview, MN (US);
Jon Schell, Brooklyn Park, MN (US);
Walt Laroche, Crystal, MN (US);
Matthew Laabs, San Juan, PR (US);
Scott M. Partridge, Shoreview, MN (US);
Jon Schell, Brooklyn Park, MN (US);
Walt Laroche, Crystal, MN (US);
Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc., St. Paul, MN (US);
Abstract
A lead assembly having a push-extendable active fixation mechanism. As the terminal end of the lead is pushed, the active fixation element extends from the lead body to a predetermined extension length. Optionally, a seal is formed at the distal end when the terminal is pushed and the terminal moves axially. A further option includes providing a snap fit connection with the terminal when the terminal end is pushed and the active fixation element is fully extended.