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Neural stimulation lead fixation

  • US 8,554,342 B2
  • Filed: 09/14/2012
  • Issued: 10/08/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/29/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An implantable neural lead having a distal end, comprising:

  • a flexible carrier comprising an insulative material;

    a plurality of electrode contacts located at or near a distal end of the lead and separated by the insulative material of the flexible carrier;

    at least one wire embedded in the flexible carrier that is electrically connected to the electrode contacts, wherein the at least one wire makes electrical contact with the electrode contacts from a proximal end of the lead; and

    an adhesive for attaching the distal end of the lead to body tissue, wherein the adhesive is selected and disposed on the lead to bond the electrode contacts, but not the insulative material of the flexible carrier, directly to surrounding tissue.

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