摘要 |
A system and method for reducing the amount of noise causes by inductive elements within an implantable medical device. In particular, the invention provides a system for gradually initiating and terminating the current flow within inductive elements such as transformers that are used to charge energy storage devices such as high-voltage capacitors of an implantable cardio/defibrillator. This more gradual change in the rate of current flow prevents ground shifts and subsequent noise spikes within the device. This, in turn, allows cardiac signals to be sensed more accurately by sensing circuits, preventing oversensing, and minimizing the occurrence of inappropriate shock delivery.
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