Heart model

A heart model provides a simulative environment for lead implantation and affixation. In one embodiment, removable silicone plugs are provided at appropriate locations so that an inserted lead can be affixed to the plugs with a helical tip. A simulative venous structure is provided that has increase...

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Hauptverfasser: Ellingson, Elizabeth A, Boser, Gregory A, Miller, David L, Lahm, Ryan P, Lafavor, Jill A, Rasmussen, Mandy L, Shah, Sonar
Format: Patent
Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:A heart model provides a simulative environment for lead implantation and affixation. In one embodiment, removable silicone plugs are provided at appropriate locations so that an inserted lead can be affixed to the plugs with a helical tip. A simulative venous structure is provided that has increased lubricity to facilitate the insertion and manipulation of the lead.