Patent ID: 8644926
Filing Date: 2014-02-04
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. A method of implanting a defibrillator system comprising a canister having a generally square shape with rounded corners, a footprint in the range of 30-50 square centimeters, and a depth in the range of about 1.2 centimeters, and a first lead having a therapy electrode for delivering therapy to the patient, the therapy electrode having a length in the range of 2-10 centimeters and a diameter in the range of 1-5 millimeters, the method comprising: implanting the canister along the patient's left side under the arm; implanting the first lead subcutaneously over the ribs of the patient such that the therapy electrode is generally parallel to the patient's sternum; and coupling the lead to the canister; wherein both the canister and the lead electrode assembly are implanted on the anterior chest of the patient.