Patent ID: 7787962
Filing Date: 2010-08-31
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. An implantable electrical medical lead extending between proximal and distal ends for use with a pulse generator to be implanted within a human body, the lead comprising: a distal electrode; a connector providing an electrical connection with the pulse generator; an electrical conductor within the lead extending between a proximal end for attachment with the connector and a distal end for attachment to the distal electrode; and an insulating sheath of flexible resilient material normally covering the electrical conductor and extending from the proximal end to the distal end and having self sealing properties to re-insulate the electrical conductor in the event of an abrasion of the sheath; wherein the insulating sheath includes: a plasticized layer intermediate the outer insulative layer and the inner insulative layer to seal any occurring rupture in the insulating sheath and re-insulate the electrical conductor which has been exposed.