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Coated electrode array having uncoated electrode contacts

  • US 7,949,412 B1
  • Filed: 06/01/2006
  • Issued: 05/24/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/02/2005
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An implantable device comprising:

  • a lead having an electrode array at a distal end, the electrode array having a medial surface on which are located a plurality of spaced apart exposed electrode contacts; and

    a coating of bioresorbable material positioned on the medial surface of the electrode array at one or more locations other than where the electrode contacts are positioned such that the electrode contacts remain uncoated, wherein the coating of bioresorbable material is configured to be absorbed over time to reduce chronic pressure following lead implantation.

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