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Systems and methods for activating and controlling impedance-based detection systems of implantable medical devices

  • US 8,380,303 B2
  • Filed: 02/25/2011
  • Issued: 02/19/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/25/2011
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for use with an implantable medical device for implant within a patient, the method comprising:

  • detecting impedance-based parameters following device implant;

    assessing a degree of maturation of encapsulation of components of the implanted device using the impedance-based parameters; and

    determining whether the degree of maturation has reached an acceptable level and, if so, controlling at least one impedance-based device function in response thereto wherein controlling at least one device function includes;

    activating an impedance-based detection system to detect a possible cardiac decompensation event within the patient.

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