摘要:
Implantable medical leads and systems that include lead utilize reflection points within the lead to control radio frequency current that has been induced onto one or more filars within the lead. The radio frequency current may be controlled by the reflection points to block at least some of the radio frequency current from reaching an electrode of the lead and to dissipate at least some of the radio frequency current as heat on the filar. Controlling the radio frequency current thereby reduces the amount that is dissipated into bodily tissue through one or more electrodes of the lead and reduces the likelihood of tissue damage. The reflection points may be created by physical changes such as to material or size in the filar and/or in insulation layers that may be present such as an inner jacket about the filar and an outer jacket formed by the body of the lead.
摘要:
A system, comprising a lead configured to deliver electrical stimulation to a brain having a housing defining a longitudinal axis and a circumference, a ring electrode that encircles an entirety of the circumference of the lead housing disposed at a first axial position along the longitudinal axis of the lead housing and a plurality of electrodes disposed at respective different positions around the circumference of the lead housing, wherein the plurality of electrodes are disposed at a second axial position different than the first axial position along the longitudinal axis of the lead housing; a user interface; and a processor configured to present on the user interface at least one view of a representation of the lead and to receive user input via interaction with the at least one view for defining stimulation for delivery by the lead.
摘要:
Implantable medical leads and systems that include lead utilize reflection points within the lead to control radio frequency current that has been induced onto one or more filars within the lead. The radio frequency current may be controlled by the reflection points to block at least some of the radio frequency current from reaching an electrode of the lead and to dissipate at least some of the radio frequency current as heat on the filar. Controlling the radio frequency current thereby reduces the amount that is dissipated into bodily tissue through one or more electrodes of the lead and reduces the likelihood of tissue damage. The reflection points may be created by physical changes such as to material or size in the filar and/or in insulation layers that may be present such as an inner jacket about the filar and an outer jacket formed by the body of the lead.
摘要:
An implantable stimulation system for generating and delivering therapy to a patient, said stimulation system comprising a stimulator 138 for generating the therapy; a conductive stimulation lead 134 having a proximal end electrically coupled to said stimulator 138; and a stimulation electrode 132 positioned proximate a distal end of said stimulation lead; and characterised by an impedance matching circuit 120, 140 electrically coupled to said lead 134 configured to substantially match the impedance of said stimulator 138 to the characteristic impedance of said lead 134, impendance matching circuit 154 comprising a resistive circuit 120 for producing a frequency independent component; wherein said stimulation system has a stimulation path from said stimulator 138 and to said stimulation electrode 132 through said stimulation lead and wherein said resistive circuit comprises a matching resistor 120 in series with said stimulation path.
摘要:
An implantable stimulation system for generating and delivering therapy to a patient, said stimulation system comprising a stimulator 138 for generating the therapy; a conductive stimulation lead 134 having a proximal end electrically coupled to said stimulator 138; and a stimulation electrode 132 positioned proximate a distal end of said stimulation lead; and characterised by an impedance matching circuit 120, 140 electrically coupled to said lead 134 configured to substantially match the impedance of said stimulator 138 to the characteristic impedance of said lead 134, impendance matching circuit 154 comprising a resistive circuit 120 for producing a frequency independent component; wherein said stimulation system has a stimulation path from said stimulator 138 and to said stimulation electrode 132 through said stimulation lead and wherein said resistive circuit comprises a matching resistor 120 in series with said stimulation path.
摘要:
A neurostimulation lead is configured to be implanted into a patient's body (28) and has at least one distal electrode (114). The lead comprises at least one conductive filer (106) electrically coupled to the distal electrode (114), a jacket (128) for housing the conductive filer (106) and a shield (126) surrounding at least a portion of the filer (106) for reducing electromagnetic coupling to the filer.
摘要:
External power source for an implantable medical device implanted in a patient, the implantable medical device having a secondary coil operatively coupled to therapeutic componentry and method therefore. A modulation circuit is operatively coupled to a power source. A plurality of primary coils are operatively coupled to the modulation circuitry and physically associated with an article into which the patient may come into proximity. The modulation circuit drives at least one of the plurality of primary coils. A sensor is coupled to modulation circuit and is adapted to sense proximity of a component related to the implantable medical device. The modulation circuit commences operation to drive at least one of the plurality of primary coils when the sensor senses proximity with the component related to the implantable medical device.
摘要:
A medical lead is provided for use in a pulse stimulation system of the type which includes a pulse generator for producing electrical stimulation therapy. The lead comprises an elongate insulating body and at least one electrical conductor within the insulating body. The conductor has a proximal end configured to be electrically coupled to the pulse generator and has a DC resistance in the range of 375-2000 ohms. At least one distal electrode is coupled to the conductor.