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CARDIAC ELECTRODE ANCHORING SYSTEM

  • US 20060247752A1
  • Filed: 07/14/2006
  • Published: 11/02/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/10/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for inserting an electrode within a myocardium of a heart, the method comprising:

  • inserting an anchor coupled to a tension element through the myocardium to an operating position adjacent an exterior surface of the myocardium;

    providing an electrode defining an inner guide channel for accommodating the tension element and having a pole at an end for stimulating the myocardium;

    advancing the electrode into the myocardium over the tension element; and

    affixing the tension element to the electrode at a connection point to prevent movement of the electrode in a direction away from the anchor.

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