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Implantable device with microprocessor control

  • US 4,390,022 A
  • Filed: 05/18/1981
  • Issued: 06/28/1983
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/18/1981
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A programmable implantable body function assistance device comprising:

  • a microprocessor for executing stored instructions in a sequence directed by a program counter,ROM means for providing a fixed set of instructions to said microprocessor,RAM means for providing a programmable set of instructions, andprogrammable patch register means interconnecting said microprocessor, said program counter and said RAM means for causing instructions stored in said RAM means to be executed when said program counter corresponds to a programmed count in said patch register.

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