Flexible band electrodes for medical leads
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1. A band electrode for a medical device, comprising a conductive band configured to be secured to an exterior surface of a lead body with the conductive band having at least one slot cut through the conductive band to confer flexibility.
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Abstract
An apparatus is provided for use in stimulating a body tissue or organ that has a flexible band electrode. The band electrode includes at least one slot configured to provide increased flexibility. A lead having the electrode is also provided as well as a method for manufacturing a band electrode having at least one slot.
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11 Claims
- 1. A band electrode for a medical device, comprising a conductive band configured to be secured to an exterior surface of a lead body with the conductive band having at least one slot cut through the conductive band to confer flexibility.
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6. A method for manufacturing a band electrode for attachment to an exterior surface of a lead body, comprising:
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providing a conductive cylindrical band; and
cutting at least one slot through the conductive cylindrical band to confer flexibility to the conductive cylindrical band.
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7. A lead for a medical device, comprising:
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a lead body having a conductor extending from a proximal end and a distal end of the lead body; and
at least one band electrode configured as a cylindrical band having at least one slot cut into the band to confer flexibility, wherein the electrode is secured to an exterior surface of the lead body. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11)
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