CONNECTIVITY DETECTION AND TYPE IDENTIFICATION OF AN IMPLANTED LEAD FOR AN IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE

摘要

An implantable medical device (IMD) configured to detect lead connectivity as well as to identify lead type. Detecting lead connectivity provides, among other information, confirmation that the lead is connected to the IMD and that such connection has good integrity between the IMD and the electrodes of its leads. With positive affirmation regarding lead connectivity, the IMD can in turn accurately identify the lead type. Such connectivity and lead type information gives a physician enhanced confidence in using and/or reprogramming the IMD with respect to such leads.