摘要 |
<p>An implantable medical device (10) providing bi-directional communication with a patient. The medical device includes a detection circuit (104, 108, 112) for receiving an activation signal that is manually and externally initiated by the patient. This activation signal activates the implanted device to commence diagnostic and/or therapeutic activities. A signalization circuit (100) immediately notifies the patient that such activities have commenced. Data are stored during the activation period and thereafter uploaded to an external programmer for physician evaluation.</p> |