Patent ID: 8204606
Filing Date: 2012-06-19
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. A lead comprising: a lead body extending from a proximal end to a distal end and having an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion of the lead body is biased to revert to a pre-formed J-shape when implanted; the distal end of the lead body including a pre-formed J-shaped fixation curve configured for passive fixation within the pulmonary artery; and a pacing electrode coupled to the intermediate portion of the lead body and located distally from a bottom of the pre-formed J-shape, wherein the lead body is configured to be placed within a heart in a J-shaped configuration with the electrode coupled to a ventricular septum or a right ventricular outflow tract and with at least a portion of the distal end of the lead body located within a pulmonary artery.