Patent ID: 9002478
Filing Date: 2015-04-07
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. An implantable lead, comprising: a lead body defining a longitudinal axis; a continuous, elongated shocking coil predisposed to extend from a distal portion of the lead body to define a substantially flat, open hook shape that lies substantially parallel to or along the longitudinal axis, wherein the shocking coil is flexible and resilient such that the shocking coil is adapted to: an electrode operable to at least one of sense conditions in a heart of a patient, and provide pacing signals to the heart of the patient, the electrode coupled to a conductor that extends from a distal portion of the lead body; and at least one structural support member attached to the shocking coil and adapted to hold the electrode in position relative to the shocking coil, wherein at least a portion of the at least one structural support member is flexible.