Title:
【発明の名称】自動ショック電極を可能とするための方法および装置
Document Type and Number:
Japanese Patent JP2001501486
Kind Code:
A
Abstract:
Methods, circuits and devices useful for maximizing the likelihood of successful defibrillation or cardioversion using an automatic implantable cardioverter/defibrillator ("AICD") system are provided which are capable of monitoring the impedance of AICDs for purposes of detecting lead malfunctions. After detection of a lead malfunction, the methods, circuits and devices are capable of connecting or disconnecting leads and electrodes to maximize the likelihood of effective cardioversion and defibrillation.
Inventors:
Armstrong, Randolph K
Application Number:
JP53594096A
Publication Date:
February 06, 2001
Filing Date:
May 24, 1996
Export Citation:
Assignee:
Salzar Intermedics, Inc.
International Classes:
A61N1/37; A61N1/39; A61N1/08; (IPC1-7): A61N1/37; A61N1/39
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
Seiji Yanagida (1 person outside)