Patent ID: 6136005
Filing Date: 2000-10-24
Classification: A61B,A61N

Abstract:
A lead removal apparatus for removing an implanted, cardiac lead including a coiled structure having a passageway extending longitudinal therein, comprising:a tube;a control section for moving said coiled structure when secured to said coiled structure, said control section slidably arranged in said tube, said control section having a distal end that is configured for insertion into said passageway of said coiled structure; andan expandable section other than and separate from said tube and positioned proximate said distal end of said control section and having an expanded position in said passageway of said coiled structure for securing said control section to said coiled structure, wherein said expandable section includes a laterally deflectable member extending longitudinally and proximally from said distal end of said control section, said laterally deflectable member having a proximal end cooperable with said tube for being deflected thereby to said expanded position and a distal end engageable with said control section.