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METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR LEADS FOR IMPLANTABLE DEVICES

  • US 20100318163A1
  • Filed: 04/29/2009
  • Published: 12/16/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/29/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A lead for use with an implantable device, the lead having at least two satellites at respective distinct positions along its length, the lead having at least one conductor extending along at least part of its length, the conductors extending to and electrically connected to each of the at least two satellites and further extending to an end of the lead for electrical connection to the implantable device;

  • each satellite comprising at least one respective electrode positioned for contact external to the lead;

    each satellite further comprising a respective integrated circuit electrically connected with the at least one conductor and electrically connected with the respective electrode;

    each integrated circuit further comprising a respective first charge pump powered from the at least one conductor.

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