METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ESTABLISHING CONTEXT AMONG EVENTS AND OPTIMIZING IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICE PERFORMANCE
First Claim
1. A system comprising:
- an implantable wireless transmitter coupled to an implantable medical device;
a portable wireless receiver in communication with the implantable wireless transmitter; and
a personal digital assistant (PDA) coupled to the portable wireless receiver.
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Abstract
An apparatus and method for adjusting the performance of an implanted device based on data including contextual information. Contextual information, including operational and performance data concerning the implanted device as well as the patient with the implanted device, is stored by a portable electronic device. In one embodiment, the portable electronic device is adapted for battery operation and includes a personal digital assistant (PDA). The portable electronic device is adapted for use as an interface to conduct wireless communications with the implanted device. In one embodiment, the portable electronic device interfaces with a clinical programmer for use by a physician.
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2 Claims
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1. A system comprising:
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an implantable wireless transmitter coupled to an implantable medical device;
a portable wireless receiver in communication with the implantable wireless transmitter; and
a personal digital assistant (PDA) coupled to the portable wireless receiver.
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