ADAPTER FOR CONNECTION TO PULSE GENERATOR

摘要

Embodiments of the present invention generally pertain to devices and methods for use in conjunction with implanting a baroreflex therapy system which includes an implantable pulse generator and associated circuitry contained within a hermetically sealed housing, an elongate flexible electrical lead connectable to the housing, and a monopolar electrode structure coupled with the electrical lead. More specifically, the devices and methods of the present invention allow for a mapping procedure to be conducted as part of the implant procedure prior to fully implanting the baroreflex therapy system.

主权项

1. A system, comprising:
a control system contained within an implantable housing; an electrical lead, coupleable to the control system; a monopolar electrode coupled to the electrical lead, the electrode being configured for implantation in contact with at least a portion of a blood vessel; a reference element, configured to be temporarily inserted subcutaneously in a patient; and an implant adapter, including a first end configured to couple with the housing and a second end configured to couple with the reference element, wherein the first end and second end are conductively coupled.