Patent Publication Number: US-11648395-B2

Title: Electrode assemblies for neuromodulation

Description:
INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE 
     This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 17/018,887, filed on Sep. 11, 2020 and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 11,077,298 on Aug. 3, 2021, which is a continuation of Patent Cooperation Treaty Application No. PCT/US2019/046202, filed on Aug. 12, 2019, which claims priority benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/718,147, filed on Aug. 13, 2018, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/840,608, filed on Apr. 30, 2019, and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/867,438, filed on Jun. 27, 2019, each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Any and all applications for which a foreign or domestic priority claim is identified in the Application Data Sheet as filed with the present application are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety for all purposes, including but not limited to incorporation by reference under 37 C.F.R. § 1.57. 
    
    
     BACKGROUND 
     Field 
     The present disclosure relates generally to methods and systems for facilitating modulation (e.g., electrical neuromodulation), and more particularly to methods and systems for facilitating therapeutic and calibration electrical neuromodulation of one or more nerves in and around the heart. 
     Description of the Related Art 
     Acute heart failure is a cardiac condition in which a problem with the structure or function of the heart impairs its ability to supply sufficient blood flow to meet the body&#39;s needs. The condition impairs quality of life and is a leading cause of hospitalizations and mortality in the western world. Treating acute heart failure is typically aimed at removal of precipitating causes, prevention of deterioration in cardiac function, and control of the patient&#39;s congestive state. 
     SUMMARY 
     Treatments for acute heart failure include the use of inotropic agents, such as dopamine and dobutamine. These agents, however, have both chronotropic and inotropic effects and characteristically increase heart contractility at the expense of significant increases in oxygen consumption secondary to elevations in heart rate. As a result, although these inotropic agents increase myocardial contractility and improve hemodynamics, clinical trials have consistently demonstrated excess mortality caused by cardiac arrhythmias and increase in myocardium consumption. 
     As such, there is a need for selectively and locally treating acute heart failure and otherwise achieving hemodynamic control without causing unwanted systemic effects. Accordingly, in some examples, no inotropics are used. In other examples, reduced dosages of inotropics may be used because, for example, synergistic effects are provided through various examples herein. By reducing the dosages, the side effects can also be significantly reduced. 
     Several examples of the present disclosure provide for methods of tissue modulation, such as neuromodulation, for cardiac and other disorders. For example, some examples provide methods and devices for neuromodulation of one or more nerves in and around a heart of a patient. Several methods of the present disclosure, for example, may be useful in electrical neuromodulation of patients with cardiac disease, such as patients with acute or chronic cardiac disease. Several methods of the present disclosure encompass, for example, neuromodulation of one or more target sites of the autonomic nervous system of the heart. In some examples, sensed non-electrical heart activity properties are used in making adjustments to one or more properties of the electrical neuromodulation delivered to the patient. Non-limiting examples of medical conditions that can be treated according to the present disclosure include cardiovascular medical conditions. 
     As discussed herein, the configuration of the catheter and electrode systems of the present disclosure may advantageously allow for a portion of the catheter to be positioned within the vasculature of the patient in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries (the right pulmonary artery and the left pulmonary artery). Once positioned, the catheter and electrode systems of the present disclosure can provide electrical stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) to stimulate the autonomic nerve fibers surrounding the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. 
     The catheter can include an elongate body having a first end and a second end. The elongate body can include an elongate radial axis that extends through the first end and the second end of the elongate body, and a first plane extends through the elongate radial axis. At least two elongate stimulation members may extend from the elongate body, where each of the at least two elongate stimulation members curves into a first volume defined at least in part by the first plane. In one example, at least one electrode is on each of the at least two elongate stimulation members, where the at least one electrode form an electrode array in the first volume. Conductive elements may extend through and/or along each of the elongate stimulation members, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of two or more of the electrodes in the electrode array. 
     In one example, the at least two elongate stimulation members can curve only in the first volume defined at least in part by the first plane, and a second volume defined at least in part by the first plane and being opposite the first volume contains no electrodes. A second plane can perpendicularly intersect the first plane along the elongate radial axis of the elongate body to divide the first volume into a first quadrant volume and a second quadrant volume. The at least two elongate stimulation members can include a first elongate stimulation member and a second elongate stimulation member, where the first elongate stimulation member curves into the first quadrant volume and the second elongate stimulation member curves into the second quadrant volume. 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members can include a stimulation member elongate body and a wire extending longitudinally through the elongate body and the stimulation member elongate body, where pressure applied by the wire against the stimulation member elongate body at or near its distal end causes the wire to deflect, thereby imparting the curve into each of the at least two elongate stimulation members into the first volume defined at least in part by the first plane. The catheter can also include an anchor member that extends from the elongate body into a second volume defined at least in part by the first plane and opposite the first volume, where the anchor member does not include an electrode. 
     In an additional example, the catheter can also include a structure extending between at least two of the least two elongate stimulation members. An additional electrode can be positioned on the structure, the additional electrode having a conductive element extending from the additional electrode through one of the elongate stimulation members, where the conductive element conducts electrical current to combinations of the additional electrode and at least one of the at least one electrode on each of the at least two elongate stimulation members. An example of such a structure is a mesh structure. 
     The catheter can also include a positioning gauge that includes an elongate gauge body with a first end and a bumper end distal to the first end. The elongate body of the catheter can include a first lumen that extends from the first end through the second end of the elongate body. The bumper end can have a shape with a surface area no less than a surface area of the distal end of the elongate body taken perpendicularly to the elongate radial axis, and the elongate gauge body can extend through the first lumen of the elongate body to position the bumper end beyond the second end of the elongate body. In one example, the first end of the positioning gauge extends from the first end of the elongate body, the elongate gauge body having a marking that indicates a length between the second end of the elongate body and the bumper end of the positioning gauge. 
     The present disclosure also includes a catheter system that includes a catheter and a pulmonary artery catheter having a lumen, where the catheter extends through the lumen of the pulmonary artery catheter. The pulmonary artery catheter can include an elongate catheter body with a first end, a second end, a peripheral surface and an interior surface, opposite the peripheral surface, that defines the lumen extending between the first end and the second end of the elongate catheter body. An inflatable balloon can be positioned on the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, defines a fluid tight volume. An inflation lumen extends through the elongate catheter body, the inflation lumen having a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the fluid tight volume to inflate and deflate the balloon. 
     The present disclosure also provides for a catheter that includes an elongate catheter body having a first end, a second end, a peripheral surface and an interior surface defining an inflation lumen that extends at least partially between the first end and the second end of the elongate catheter body; an inflatable balloon on the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body defines a fluid tight volume, where the inflation lumen has a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the volume to inflate and deflate the balloon; a plurality of electrodes positioned along the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, the plurality of electrodes located between the inflatable balloon and the first end of the elongate catheter body; conductive elements extending through the elongate catheter body, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of two or more of the at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes; and a first anchor extending laterally from the peripheral surface of the elongate body, the first anchor having struts forming an open framework with a peripheral surface having a largest outer dimension greater than a largest outer dimension of the inflatable balloon. 
     In one example, the first anchor is positioned between the inflatable balloon and the plurality of electrodes positioned along the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body. A portion of the elongate catheter body that includes the plurality of electrodes can curve in a predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. In another example, the first anchor is positioned between the plurality of electrodes positioned along the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body and the first end of the elongate catheter body. 
     The elongate catheter body can also include a second interior surface defining a shaping lumen that extends from the first end towards the second end. A shaping wire having a first end and a second end can pass through the shaping lumen with the first end of the shaping wire proximal to the first end of the elongate catheter body and the second end of the shaping wire joined to the elongate catheter body so that the shaping wire imparts a curve into a portion of the elongate catheter body having the plurality of electrodes when tension is applied to the shaping wire. 
     An example of the catheter can also include an elongate catheter body having a first end, a second end, a peripheral surface and an interior surface defining an inflation lumen that extends at least partially between the first end and the second end of the elongate catheter body; an inflatable balloon on the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body defines a fluid tight volume, where the inflation lumen has a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the volume to inflate and deflate the balloon; a first anchor extending laterally from the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body the first anchor having struts forming an open framework with a peripheral surface having a diameter larger than a diameter of the inflatable balloon; an electrode catheter having an electrode elongate body and a plurality of electrodes positioned along a peripheral surface of the electrode elongate body; conductive elements extending through the electrode elongate body of the electrode catheter, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations two or more of the at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes; and an attachment ring joined to the electrode catheter and positioned around the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body proximal to both the first anchor and the inflatable balloon. 
     A catheter system of the present disclosure can also include an elongate catheter body having a first end, a second end, a peripheral surface and an interior surface defining an inflation lumen that extends at least partially between the first end and the second end of the elongate catheter body, where the elongate catheter body includes an elongate radial axis that extends through the first end and the second end of the elongate body, and where a first plane extends through the elongate radial axis; an inflatable balloon on the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body defines a fluid tight volume, where the inflation lumen has a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the volume to inflate and deflate the balloon; an electrode cage having two or more ribs that extend radially away from the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body towards the inflatable balloon, where the two or more of the ribs of the electrode cage curve into a first volume defined at least in part by the first plane; one or more electrodes on each of the ribs of the electrode cage, where the one or more electrodes on each of the rib form an electrode array in the first volume; conductive elements extending through the two or more of the ribs of the electrode cage and the elongate catheter body, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes in the electrode array; and an anchoring cage having two or more of the ribs that extend radially away from the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body towards the inflatable balloon, where the two or more of the ribs of the anchoring cage curve into a second volume defined at least in part by the first plane and being opposite the first volume, where the two or more of the rib of the anchoring cage do not include an electrode. 
     In one example, a catheter includes an elongate body having a first end and a second end. The elongate body includes a longitudinal center axis that extends between the first end and the second end. The elongate body further includes three or more surfaces that define a convex polygonal cross-sectional shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis. The catheter further includes one or more, but preferably two or more, electrodes on one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body, where conductive elements extend through the elongate body. The conductive elements can conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes or in the instance of a single electrode a second electrode is provided elsewhere in the system for flow of current. By way of example, the surfaces defining the convex polygonal cross-sectional shape of the elongate body can be a rectangle. Other shapes are possible. In one example, the one or two or more electrodes are only on the one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body. The one or more electrodes can have an exposed face that is co-planar with the one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body. The one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body can further include anchor structures that extend above the one surface. In addition to the surfaces defining the convex polygonal cross-sectional shape, the elongate body of the catheter can also have a portion with a circular cross-section shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis. The catheter of this example can also include an inflatable balloon on a peripheral surface of the elongate body. The inflatable balloon includes a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate body defines a fluid tight volume. An inflation lumen extends through the elongate body, the inflation lumen having a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume to inflate and deflate the balloon. 
     In another example, a catheter includes an elongate body having a peripheral surface and a longitudinal center axis extending between a first end and a second end. The elongate body of this example has an offset region defined by a series of predefined curves along the longitudinal center axis. The predefined curves include a first portion having a first curve and a second curve in the longitudinal center axis, a second portion following the first portion, where the second portion has a zero curvature (e.g., a straight portion), and a third portion following the second portion, the third portion having a third curve and a fourth curve. An inflatable balloon is positioned on the peripheral surface of the elongate body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate body defines a fluid tight volume. An inflation lumen extends through the elongate body, the inflation lumen having a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume to inflate and deflate the balloon. One or more electrodes are positioned on the elongate body along the second portion of the offset region of the elongate body. Conductive elements extend through the elongate body, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes. The portions of the elongate body of this example of a catheter can have a variety of shapes. For example, the second portion of the elongate body can form a portion of a helix. The elongate body can also have three or more surfaces defining a convex polygonal cross-sectional shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis, where the one or more electrodes are on one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body. For this example, the convex polygonal cross-sectional shape can be a rectangle. The one or more electrodes are only on the one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body. The one or more electrodes can have an exposed face that is co-planar with the one surface of the three or more surfaces of the elongate body. 
     In another example, a catheter includes an elongate body with a peripheral surface and a longitudinal center axis extending between a first end and a second end. The elongate body includes a surface defining a deflection lumen, where the deflection lumen includes a first opening and a second opening in the elongate body. An inflatable balloon is located on the peripheral surface of the elongate body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate body defines a fluid tight volume. An inflation lumen extends through the elongate body, the inflation lumen having a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume to inflate and deflate the balloon. One or more electrodes are located on the elongate body, where the second opening of the deflection lumen is opposite the one or more electrodes on the elongate body. Conductive elements extend through the elongate body, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes. The catheter also includes an elongate deflection member, where the elongate deflection member extends through the second opening of the deflection lumen in a direction opposite the one or more electrodes on one surface of the elongate body. 
     In another example, a catheter includes an elongate body having a peripheral surface and a longitudinal center axis extending between a first end and a second end. The elongate body includes a surface defining an electrode lumen, where the electrode lumen includes a first opening in the elongate body. The catheter further includes an inflatable balloon on the peripheral surface of the elongate body, the inflatable balloon having a balloon wall with an interior surface that along with a portion of the peripheral surface of the elongate body defines a fluid tight volume. An inflation lumen extends through the elongate body, the inflation lumen having a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume to inflate and deflate the balloon. The catheter further includes an elongate electrode member, where the elongate electrode member extends through the first opening of the electrode lumen of the elongate body, where the electrode member includes one or more electrodes and conductive elements extending through the electrode lumen, where the conductive elements conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes. The elongate electrode member can form a loop that extends away from the peripheral surface of the elongate body. The elongate electrode member forming the loop can be in a plane that is co-linear with the longitudinal center axis of the elongate body. Alternatively, the elongate electrode member forming the loop is in a plane that is perpendicular to the longitudinal center axis of the elongate body. 
     According to some methods of the present disclosure and as will be discussed more fully herein, a catheter having an electrode array is inserted into the pulmonary trunk and positioned at a location such that the electrode array is positioned with its electrodes in contact with the posterior surface, the superior surface and/or the inferior surface of the right pulmonary artery. From this location, electrical current can be delivered to or from the electrode array to selectively modulate the autonomic nervous system of the heart. For example, electrical current can be delivered to or from the electrode array to selectively modulate the autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves of the autonomic nervous system, which can modulate heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. Preferably, the electrode array is positioned at a site along the posterior wall and/or superior wall of the right pulmonary artery such that the electrical current delivered to or from the electrode array results in the greatest effect on heart contractility and/or relaxation and the least effect on heart rate and/or oxygen consumption compared to electrical current delivered at other sites in the right pulmonary artery and/or left pulmonary artery. In certain examples, the effect on heart contractility is to increase heart contractility. In certain examples, the effect on heart relaxation is to increase heart relaxation. 
     As used herein, the electrical current delivered to or from the electrode array can be in the form of a time variant electrical current. Preferably such a time variant electrical current can be in the form of one or more of a pulse of electrical current (e.g., at least one pulse of electrical current), one or more of waveform, such as a continuous wave of electrical current, or a combination thereof. 
     As discussed herein, the present disclosure provides for a method for treating a patient having a heart with a pulmonary trunk. Portions of the pulmonary trunk can be defined with a right lateral plane that passes along a right luminal surface of the pulmonary trunk, a left lateral plane parallel with the right lateral plane, where the left lateral plane passes along a left luminal surface of the pulmonary trunk. The right lateral plane and the left lateral plane extend in a direction that generally aligns with the posterior and anterior directions of a subject&#39;s (e.g., patient&#39;s) body. A branch point is positioned between the right lateral plane and the left lateral plane, where the branch point helps to define the beginning of a left pulmonary artery and a right pulmonary artery of the heart. The method further includes moving a catheter having an electrode array through the pulmonary trunk towards the branch point, where the electrode array includes one or more, preferably two or more, electrodes. The electrode array is positioned in the right pulmonary artery to the right of the left lateral plane, where the one or more electrodes contacts a posterior surface, a superior surface and/or an inferior surface of the right pulmonary artery to the right of the left lateral plane. In an additional example, the electrode array can be positioned in the right pulmonary artery to the right of the right lateral plane, where the one or more electrodes contacts the posterior surface, the superior surface and/or the inferior surface of the right pulmonary artery to the right of the right lateral plane. This example of a method further includes contacting the one or more electrodes on the posterior surface, the superior surface and/or the inferior surface of the right pulmonary artery at a position superior to (e.g., situated above) the branch point. The at least a portion of the catheter can also be positioned in contact with a portion of the surface defining the branch point. In this example, the portion of the catheter can be provided with a shape that provides an increase in surface area that can help to hold the portion of the catheter against the branch point. 
     In an additional example, the pulmonary trunk has a diameter taken across a plane perpendicular to both the left lateral plane and the right lateral plane, where the electrode array is positioned in the right pulmonary artery to extend from a point to the right of the left lateral plane to a point about three times the diameter of the pulmonary trunk to the right of the branch point. The right pulmonary artery can also include a branch point that divides the right pulmonary artery into at least two additional arteries that are distal to the branch point helping to define the beginning of the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery. The electrode array can be positioned in the right pulmonary artery between the branch point helping to define the beginning of the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery and the branch point that divides the right pulmonary artery into at least two additional arteries. Once in position, electrical current can be provided from or to the one or more electrodes of the electrode array. A value of a cardiac parameter of the patient can be measured in response to the electrical current from or to the one or more electrodes of the electrode array. From the value of the cardiac parameter, changes can be made to which of the electrodes are used to provide the electrical current in response to the value of the cardiac parameter. Changes can also be made to the nature of the electrical current provided in response to the value of the cardiac parameter. Such changes include, but are not limited to, changes in voltage, amperage, waveform, frequency and pulse width, by way of example. In addition, the electrodes of the one or more electrodes on the posterior surface, the superior surface and/or the inferior surface of the right pulmonary artery can be moved in response to the values of the cardiac parameter. The electrical current provided to or from the one or more electrodes of the electrode array can be provided as at least one pulse of electrical current to or from the one or more electrodes of the electrode array. Examples of such a cardiac parameter include, but are not limited to, measuring a pressure parameter, an acoustic parameter, an acceleration parameter and/or an electrical parameter (e.g., ECG) of the heart of the patient as the cardiac parameter. 
     Several methods of the present disclosure allow for electrical neuromodulation of the heart of the patient, for example including delivering one or more electrical pulses through a catheter positioned in a pulmonary artery of the heart of the patient, sensing from at least a first sensor positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart one or more heart activity properties (e.g., a non-electrical heart activity property) in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and adjusting a property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more heart activity properties. The methods may provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. 
     Sensing from at least the first sensor positioned at the first location can include sensing one or more of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property from within the vasculature of the heart. Among other locations, the first sensor can be positioned in one of a left pulmonary artery, a right pulmonary artery, a pulmonary artery branch vessel, or a pulmonary trunk of the heart. The one or more electrical pulses can optionally be delivered through the catheter positioned in one of the left pulmonary artery, the right pulmonary artery, or pulmonary trunk of the heart that does not contain the first sensor. The first sensor can also be positioned in a pulmonary trunk of the heart. 
     Other locations for the first sensor can include in the right ventricle of the heart and in the right atrium of the heart. When positioned in the right atrium of the heart, the first sensor can optionally be positioned on the septal wall of the right atrium of the heart. The first sensor could also be positioned on the septal wall of the right ventricle. The right ventricle and the left ventricle share a septal wall, so a sensor in the right ventricle or on the septal wall of the right ventricle may be preferable for detecting properties indicative of left ventricle. In certain examples, the effect on heart contractility is to increase heart contractility, relaxation, and/or cardiac output. Additional locations for positioning the first sensor include in a superior vena cava of the heart, the inferior vena cava of the heart, and in a coronary sinus of the heart. When positioned in the coronary sinus of the heart, the first sensor can be used to sense at least one of a temperature or a blood oxygen level. 
     In some examples, the first sensor may be positioned in the left atrium (e.g., by forming an aperture in the septal wall between the right atrium and the left atrium, or by using a patent foramen ovale (PFO) or atrial septal defect (ASD)). A sensor in the left atrium may be useful for detecting properties indicative of the left ventricle. If the left atrium has been accessed, in some examples, the sensor may be positioned in the left ventricle itself, which may provide the most direct measurement of properties associated with the left ventricle. In some examples, the sensor may be positioned downstream of the left ventricle, including the aorta, aortic branch arteries, etc. When the procedure is complete, any aperture that was created or existing may be closed using a closure device such as Amplatzer, Helex, CardioSEAL, or others. Other measurements of left ventricle contractility can include invasive methods, for example, positioning a strain gauge on the myocardium to measure changes in myocardial stretch, positioning an electrode in proximity to a left stellate ganglion to measure single or multi-unit activity, and/or positioning a cuff electrode around sympathetic fibers to measure neural activity, for example compound action potentials. 
     Some methods can include sensing one or more cardiac properties from a skin surface of the patient, and adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more heart activity properties (e.g., non-electrical properties) from the first sensor positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart and/or the one or more cardiac properties from the skin surface of the patient. The one or more cardiac properties sensed from the skin surface of the patient can include, for example, an electrocardiogram property. 
     Some methods can include sensing from at least a second sensor positioned at a second location within the vasculature of the heart one or more heart activity properties (e.g., non-electrical heart activity properties) in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more heart activity properties from the first sensor and/or the one or more heart activity properties from the second sensor. 
     Adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses can include a variety of responses. For example, adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses can include changing which of an electrode or plurality of electrodes on the catheter is used to deliver the one or more electrical pulses. For another example, adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses can include moving the catheter to reposition one or more electrodes of the catheter in the pulmonary artery of the heart. For yet another example, adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses can include changing at least one of an electrode polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, and/or a waveform of the one or more electrical pulses. 
     A hierarchy of electrode configurations can be assigned from which to deliver the one or more electrical pulses. The one or more electrical pulses can be delivered based on the hierarchy of electrode configurations, where the one or more heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses can be analyzed and an electrode configuration can be selected to use for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of a heart of a patient based on the analysis. A hierarchy can be assigned to each property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart, where the one or more electrical pulses are delivered based on the hierarchy of each property. The one or more non-electrical heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses are analyzed and an electrode configuration can be selected to be used for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of a heart of a patient based on the analysis. Analyzing the one or more heart activity properties can include analyzing a predetermined number of the one or more heart activity properties. 
     In some examples, a method of facilitating therapeutic neuromodulation of a heart of a patient comprises positioning an electrode in a pulmonary artery of a heart and positioning a sensor in a right ventricle of the heart. The method further comprises delivering, via a stimulation system, a first series of electrical signals to the electrode. The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters. The method further comprises, after delivering the first series of electrical signals to the electrode, delivering, via the stimulation system, a second series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second parameter is different than the first parameter. The method further comprises determining, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals, and delivering a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter. The selected magnitudes of the first and second parameters are based at least partially on the sensor data. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. 
     The method may further comprise delivering, via the stimulation system, a third series of electrical signals to the electrode. The third series comprises a third plurality of electrical signals. Each of the third plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the third plurality of electrical signals of the third series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a third parameter of the plurality of parameters. The third parameter is different than the first parameter and the second parameter. The method may further comprise determining, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the third series of electrical signals. The selected electrical parameters may comprise a selected magnitude of the third parameter. The selected magnitude of the third parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     The method may further comprise determining a desired hierarchy between the first series and the second series. The pulmonary artery may comprise a right pulmonary artery. The one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may comprise at least one of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property. Determining the sensor data may comprise determining, via a second sensor on a skin surface, sensor data indicative of an electrocardiogram property in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals. 
     The first parameter may be one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination, and, optionally, the second parameter may be a different one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. The second parameter may be one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. The first parameter may comprise current and the second parameter may comprise a parameter relating to timing (e.g., one of frequency and duty cycle). 
     In some examples, a method of facilitating therapeutic neuromodulation of a heart of a patient comprises positioning an electrode in a pulmonary artery of a heart, positioning a sensor in a right ventricle of the heart, delivering, via a stimulation system, a first electrical signal of a series of electrical signals to the electrode, and, after delivering the first electrical signal, delivering, via the stimulation system, a second electrical signal of the series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The method further comprises determining, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the delivery of the series of electrical signals, and delivering a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter. The selected magnitude of the first parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. 
     The pulmonary artery may comprise a right pulmonary artery. The pulmonary artery may comprise a left pulmonary artery. The pulmonary artery may comprise a pulmonary trunk. The one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may comprise at least one of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property. Determining the sensor data may comprise determining, via a second sensor on a skin surface of the patient, sensor data indicative of an electrocardiogram property in response to delivering the series of electrical signals. The first parameter may be one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. 
     In some examples, a method of facilitating therapeutic neuromodulation of a heart of a patient comprises delivering a first series of electrical signals to an electrode in a first anatomical location, and, after delivering the first series of electrical signals to the electrode, delivering a second series of electrical signals to the electrode. The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second parameter is different than the first parameter. The method further comprises sensing, via a sensor in a second anatomical location different than the first anatomical location, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals, and providing a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the first anatomical location using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter. The selected magnitudes of the first and second parameters are based at least partially on the sensor data. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility and/or relaxation. 
     The method may further comprise delivering a third series of electrical signals to the electrode. The third series comprises a third plurality of electrical signals. Each of the third plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the third plurality of electrical signals of the third series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a third parameter of the plurality of parameters. The third parameter is different than the first parameter and the second parameter. The method may further comprise sensing, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the third series of electrical signals. The selected electrical parameters may comprise a selected magnitude of the third parameter. The selected magnitude of the third parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     The method may further comprise determining a desired hierarchy between the first series and the second series. The first anatomical location may comprise a right pulmonary artery. The pulmonary artery may comprise a left pulmonary artery. The pulmonary artery may comprise a pulmonary trunk. The one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may comprise at least one of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property. Sensing the sensor data may comprise determining, via a second sensor on a skin surface, sensor data indicative of an electrocardiogram property in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals. 
     The first parameter may one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination, and, optionally, the second parameter may be a different one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. The second parameter may one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. The first parameter may comprise current and the second parameter may comprise a parameter related to timing (e.g., one of frequency and duty cycle). 
     In some examples, a method of facilitating therapeutic neuromodulation of a heart of a patient comprises delivering a first electrical signal of a series of electrical signals to an electrode in a first anatomical location, and, after delivering the first electrical signal, delivering a second electrical signal of the series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The method further comprises sensing, via a sensor in a second anatomical location different than the first anatomical location, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the delivery of the series of electrical signals, and providing a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the first anatomical location using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter. The selected magnitude of the first parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility and/or relaxation. 
     The first anatomical location may comprise a right pulmonary artery. The first anatomical location may comprise a left pulmonary artery. The first anatomical location may comprise a pulmonary trunk. The one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may comprise at least one of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property. Sensing the sensor data may comprise sensing, via a second sensor on a skin surface of the patient, sensor data indicative of an electrocardiogram property in response to delivering the series of electrical signals. The first parameter may be one of the following: a polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination. 
     In some examples, a neuromodulation system for facilitating delivery of electric signals to a heart of a patient comprises a catheter and a stimulation system. The catheter comprises a catheter body comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending from the proximal end towards the distal end, and an outer surface. The catheter further comprises an electrode on the outer surface. The electrode is configured to deliver an electrical signal to a pulmonary artery of a patient. The catheter further comprises a sensor on the outer surface. The sensor is configured to sense a heart activity property from a location within in vasculature of the patient. The stimulation system comprises a pulse generator configured to deliver a first series of electrical signals and a second series of electrical signals to the electrode. The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second parameter is different than the first parameter. The stimulation system further comprises a non-transitory computer-readable medium configured to store sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals to the electrode, and a processor configured to determine a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter based at least partially on the sensor data. The non-transitory computer readable medium is configured to store selected electrical parameters including the selected magnitude of the first parameter and the selected magnitude of the second parameter. The pulse generator is configured to deliver a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the electrode using selected electrical parameters. 
     In some examples, a neuromodulation system for facilitating delivery/of electric signals to a heart of a patient comprises a catheter and a stimulation system. The catheter comprises a catheter body comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending from the proximal end towards the distal end, and an outer surface. The catheter further comprises an electrode on the outer surface. The electrode is configured to deliver an electrical signal to a pulmonary artery of a patient. The catheter further comprises a sensor on the outer surface. The sensor is configured to sense a heart activity property from a location within in vasculature of the patient. The stimulation system comprises a pulse generator configured to deliver a series of electrical signals to the electrode. The series comprises a first electrical signal and a second electrical signal. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The stimulation system further comprises a non-transitory computer-readable medium configured to store sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the series of electrical signals to the electrode, and a processor configured to determine a selected magnitude of the first parameter based at least partially on the sensor data. The non-transitory computer readable medium is configured to store selected electrical parameters including the selected magnitude of the first parameter. The pulse generator is configured to deliver a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the electrode using selected electrical parameters. 
     In some examples, a neuromodulation system for facilitating delivery of electric signals to a heart of a patient comprises a catheter and a shaping wire. The catheter comprises a catheter body comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending from the proximal end towards the distal end, and an outer surface. The catheter further comprises an electrode on the outer surface. The electrode is configured to deliver an electrical signal to a pulmonary artery of a patient. The shaping wire is configured to be positioned in the lumen of the catheter body. The shaping wire comprises a bent portion. When the shaping wire is inserted in the lumen of the catheter body, the catheter body comprises a curved portion corresponding to the bent portion of the shaping wire. 
     The heart activity property may comprise a non-electrical hearty activity property. The non-electrical heart activity property may comprise at least one of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property. The electrode may be configured to deliver the electrical signal to a right pulmonary artery of the patient. The electrode may be configured to be positioned in a different location than the sensor. The catheter system may comprise a plurality of electrodes including the electrode. The location may be a pulmonary trunk, a right ventricle, a septal wall of a right ventricle, a right atrium, a septal wall of a right atrium, a superior vena cava, a pulmonary branch artery vessel, an inferior vena cava, or a coronary sinus. The neuromodulation system may further comprise a skin sensor configured to sense a cardiac property from a skin surface of the patient. The heart activity property may comprise a non-electrical heart activity property and wherein the cardiac property may comprise an electrical cardiac property. The electrical cardiac property may comprise an electrocardiogram property. 
     In some examples, a method of neuromodulation of a heart of a patient comprises positioning a catheter including an electrode in a pulmonary artery of a heart, positioning a sensor in a location within vasculature of the heart, delivering, via a stimulation system, a first set of one or more electrical pulses to the electrode, the first set of one or more electrical pulses having a first pulse property, and, after delivering the first delivering set of one or more electrical pulses to the electrode, delivering, via the stimulation system, a second set of one or more electrical pulses to the electrode. The second set of one or more electrical pulses has a second pulse property different than the first pulse property. The method further comprises delivering therapeutic electrical pulses to the pulmonary artery using an electrode configuration selected by analyzing one or more heart activity properties sensed, via the sensor, in response to the delivery of the first and second sets of electrical pulses. The electrode configuration comprises the first pulse property or the second pulse property based at least partially on the analysis. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. 
     In some examples, a method of modulation (e.g., electrical neuromodulation) of a heart of a patient comprises delivering one or more electrical pulses through a catheter positioned in a pulmonary artery of the heart of the patient, sensing from at least a first sensor positioned at a first location within a vasculature of the heart one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and adjusting a property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties. 
     In some examples, sensing from at least the first sensor positioned at the first location may include sensing one or more of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property from within the vasculature of the heart. 
     In one example, a first sensor is placed in one of a left pulmonary artery, a right pulmonary artery, or a pulmonary trunk of the heart. One or more electrical pulses are delivered through the catheter positioned in one of the left pulmonary artery, the right pulmonary artery, or the pulmonary trunk of the heart that does not contain the first sensor. 
     The first sensor may be positioned in the left pulmonary artery. The first sensor may be positioned in the right pulmonary artery. The first sensor may be positioned in other vessels in and around the heart, including, but not limited to, the pulmonary trunk, a pulmonary artery branch vessel, right ventricle, a septal wall of the right ventricle, a right atrium, the septal wall of the right atrium, a superior vena cava, an inferior vena cava or a coronary sinus. The first sensor (e.g., in the coronary sinus) may sense at least one of a temperature or a blood oxygen level. 
     In several examples, the method may include sensing one or more cardiac properties from a skin surface of the patient and adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties and the one or more cardiac properties from the skin surface of the patient. The one or more cardiac properties sensed from the skin surface of the patient may include an electrocardiogram property. The may include sensing from at least a second sensor positioned at a second location within the vasculature of the heart one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the one or more electrical pulses and adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties received by the first sensor and the second sensor. In several examples, adjusting the property of the one or more electrical pulses may include one or more of the following (i) changing which electrode on the catheter is used to deliver the one or more electrical pulses; (ii) moving the catheter to reposition electrodes of the catheter in the pulmonary artery of the heart; (iii) changing at least one of an electrode polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, or an electrode combination of the one or more electrical pulses. 
     In several examples, the method may include assigning a hierarchy of electrode configurations from which to deliver the one or more electrical pulses, delivering the one or more electrical pulses based at least partially on the hierarchy of electrode configurations, analyzing the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and selecting an electrode configuration to use for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of a heart of a patient based at least partially on the analysis. The method may include assigning a hierarchy to each property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart, delivering the one or more electrical pulses based at least partially on the hierarchy of each property, analyzing the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and selecting an electrode configuration to use for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of a heart of a patient based at least partially on the analysis. Analyzing the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may include analyzing a predetermined number of the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties. 
     In several examples, therapeutic neuromodulation is not provided. Instead, several examples are provided for the purposes of calibrating or optimizing a signal for, e.g., diagnosis or calibration purposes. 
     In some examples, a method of non-therapeutic calibration comprises positioning an electrode in a pulmonary artery of a heart and positioning a sensor in a right ventricle of the heart. The system further comprises delivering, via a stimulation system, a first series of electrical signals to the electrode. The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters. The method further comprises, after delivering the first series of electrical signals to the electrode, delivering, via the stimulation system, a second series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second parameter is different than the first parameter. The method further comprises determining, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals. The method further comprises determining a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to be delivered to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter. The selected magnitudes of the first and second parameters are based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     In some examples, a method of non-therapeutic calibration comprises delivering a first electrical signal of a series of electrical signals to an electrode in a first anatomical location and, after delivering the first electrical signal, delivering a second electrical signal of the series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The method further comprises sensing, via a sensor in a second anatomical location different than the first anatomical location, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the delivery of the series of electrical signals, and determining a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to be delivered to the first anatomical location using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter. The selected magnitude of the first parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a first part and a second part. The first part comprises a first annular portion having a first diameter and a first plurality of splines extending distally from the first annular portion. The second part comprises a second annular portion having a second diameter and a second plurality of splines extending distally and radially outward from the second annular portion. The second diameter is less than the first diameter. The second annular portion is telescopeable in the first annular portion. Each of the first plurality of splines is coupled to one spline of the second plurality of splines. Upon distal longitudinal advancement of the second part relative to the first part, the first part expands from a collapsed state to an expanded state. The first plurality of splines is circumferentially spaced in the expanded state. Upon proximal longitudinal retraction of the second part relative to the first part, the first part collapses from the expanded state to the collapsed state. 
     A distal end of each of the first plurality of splines may be coupled to one spline of the second plurality of splines. 
     The distal end of each of the first plurality of splines may be coupled to one spline of the second plurality of splines proximal to a distal end of the one of the second plurality of splines. The distal ends of the second plurality of splines may comprise fixation elements. At least some of the first plurality of splines may comprise electrodes. Each spline of the first plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of electrodes. The plurality of electrodes may at least partially forming an electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a membrane coupled to the first plurality of splines, the membrane comprising a plurality of electrodes, the plurality of electrodes at least partially forming an electrode matrix. A longitudinal length from a proximal end of a proximal-most electrode of the plurality of electrodes to a distal end of a distal-most electrode the plurality of electrodes may be between 20 mm and 40 mm. A diameter of the first plurality of splines in the expanded state may be between 15 mm and 35 mm. 
     The device may further comprise a catheter coupled to the first annular portion and an inner member in a lumen of the catheter and coupled to the second annular portion. The inner member may be movable relative to the catheter to distally advance and proximally retract the second part. A proximal end of the first annular portion may be coupled in a distal end of a lumen of the catheter. A proximal end of the second annular portion may be coupled in a distal end of a lumen of the inner member. The inner member may be trackable over a guidewire. 
     The device may further comprise a gripper coupled to the inner member, a spring engaging the gripper, and a handle element coupled to the inner member. Upon distal advancement of the handle element, the spring may be longitudinally expanded, the inner member may be distally longitudinally advanced, the second part may be distally longitudinally advanced, and the first part may expand from the collapsed state to the expanded state. Upon proximal retraction of the handle element, the spring may be longitudinally compressed, the inner member may be proximally longitudinally retracted, the second part may be proximally longitudinally retracted, and the first part collapses from the expanded state to the collapsed state. The spring may be configured to at least partially proximally retract the handle element. 
     The device may further comprise a locking mechanism configured to maintain the handle element in a distally advanced state. The locking element may comprise a plurality of arms having an open proximal end. The handle element may be configured to extend through the open proximal end upon distal advancement. The locking element may comprise a plurality of arms having closed proximal end. The handle element may be configured to engage the closed proximal end upon distal advancement. The plurality of arms may comprise leaf springs. The leaf springs may be configured to at least partially proximally retract the handle element. 
     The first plurality of splines may be not self-expanding. The first plurality of splines may be self-expanding. The first plurality of splines may comprise a non-tapered shape in the expanded state. The first part may comprise a first cut hypotube. The first annular portion may comprise a hypotube and the first plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The second part may comprise second a cut hypotube. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a plurality of splines, a structure coupled to at least one spline of the plurality of splines, and an electrode coupled to the structure. 
     The device may comprise a plurality of electrodes coupled to the structure. The plurality of electrodes may be the electrode. The plurality of electrodes may at least partially form an electrode matrix. The electrode matrix may comprise a 3×4 matrix. 
     The structure may be coupled to at least two splines of the plurality of splines. The electrode may be circumferentially between two splines of the plurality of splines. The electrode may be circumferentially aligned with a spline of the plurality of splines. 
     The device may further comprise a second electrode coupled to one of the plurality of splines. The structure may comprise a plurality of flexible strands connected to form a pattern of openings. The structure may comprise a mesh. The structure may comprise a woven or knitted membrane. The structure may comprise shape memory material having an expanded shape when not confined. The structure may comprise insulative material. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a first sidewall, a second sidewall spaced from the first sidewall, and a third sidewall between the first sidewall and the second sidewall. The first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the third sidewall at least partially define a U-shaped trough. The device further comprises a plurality of conductors in the trough and an electrode electrically connected to one of the plurality of conductors. 
     The device may comprise a plurality of electrodes including the electrode. The plurality of electrodes may at least partially form an electrode matrix. Each of the plurality of electrodes may be electrically connected to one of the plurality of conductors. The electrode may have a dome shape. 
     The device may further comprise insulative material between the plurality of conductors and the electrode. The device may further comprise insulative material between the plurality of conductors and the third sidewall. The device may further comprise insulating material extending at least above a bottom of the electrode. The insulating material may comprise a dome shape. The insulating material may comprise a flat upper surface. The insulating material may comprise a crowned surface. The insulating material may cover a sharp edge of the electrode. 
     The electrode may have no uninsulated sharp edges. The electrode may be configured to be spaced from a vessel wall surface. 
     In some examples, a system comprises a plurality of the devices. The plurality of devices may at least partially form an electrode matrix. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a catheter comprising a lumen, a fixation structure, and a fixation element. The fixation structure comprises a first side, a second side, and a twist. The fixation element is coupled to the first side of the fixation structure. The first side faces radially inwardly when the fixation structure is inside the lumen of the catheter and faces radially outwardly when the fixation structure is outside the lumen of the catheter. 
     The lumen may be shaped to correspond to a shape of the fixation structure and the fixation element. The twist may be 180°. The fixation structure may comprise a ribbon. The fixation structure may comprise a strut. The fixation structure may be configured to bend radially outward upon deployment from the catheter. The fixation element may comprise a conical spike. 
     In some examples, a device may comprise or consists essentially of a fixation structure, a fixation mechanism, and an attachment point coupling the fixation structure to the fixation mechanism. The fixation mechanism is configured to turn radially outward upon expansion of the fixation structure. The fixation mechanism is configured to turn radially inward upon collapse of the fixation structure. In an expanded state, the fixation mechanism extends radially outward of the fixation structure. 
     The fixation mechanism may comprise an aperture. The device may further comprise a radiopaque marker coupled to the fixation mechanism. 
     The device may further comprise a tether extending proximally from the attachment point. Tether may comprise a bend along a longitudinal length of the fixation mechanism. The bend may be between 30% and 70% of the longitudinal length of the fixation mechanism. The tether may comprise a ramped portion having a wide edge coupled to the attachment point. The tether may comprise a twist proximal to the attachment point. 
     The device may further comprise a second fixation mechanism extending distally from the fixation structure. The fixation structure, the fixation element, and the attachment point may be monolithically cut from a same hypotube. The fixation structure may comprise an electrode. The fixation structure may comprise a plurality of electrodes including the electrode. The plurality of electrodes may at least partially form an electrode matrix. 
     In some examples, a method of forming a device comprises or consists essentially of cutting a hypotube to form a fixation structure, a fixation mechanism, and an attachment point coupling the fixation structure and the fixation mechanism, and shape setting an expanded shape. The expanded shape includes the fixation mechanism bent radially outward of the fixation structure. After shape setting the expanded shape, the fixation mechanism is configured to turn radially outward upon expansion of the fixation structure and the fixation mechanism is configured to turn radially inward upon collapse of the fixation structure. 
     Cutting the hypotube may comprise laser cutting the hypotube. Cutting the hypotube may comprise forming a tether extending proximally from the attachment point. Shape setting may comprise bending the tether along a longitudinal length of the fixation mechanism. Bending the tether may be between 30% and 70% of the longitudinal length of the fixation mechanism. Shape setting may comprise bending the tether at a proximal end of the attachment point. Shape setting may comprise forming a twist in the tether proximal to the attachment point. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a fixation structure, a fixation arm, and a fixation mechanism coupled to the fixation arm. The fixation structure comprises an aperture, a first surface, and a second surface opposite the first surface. The fixation arm is coupled to an inside of the aperture of the fixation structure. The fixation arm does not protrude above the first surface in a first state. 
     The fixation arm may be configured to flex radially outward when not confined by a catheter. The fixation mechanism may protrude above the first surface when the fixation arm is not confined by the catheter. The fixation arm may be configured to remain stationary when not confined by a catheter. The fixation mechanism may not protrude above the first surface when the fixation arm may be not confined by the catheter. 
     The fixation structure and the fixation arm may be formed from a same piece of material. The aperture may extend from the first surface to the second surface. The aperture may extends from the first surface to a point above the second surface. The fixation mechanism may comprise a conical spike. The fixation mechanism may comprise a textured surface. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a catheter comprising a lumen, a first loop longitudinally movable from in the lumen of the catheter to out of the lumen of the catheter, and a second loop longitudinally movable from in the lumen of the catheter to out of the lumen of the catheter. At least one of the catheter, the first loop, and the second loop comprises a first electrode. At least one of the first loop and the second loop may be a pigtail at an end of a finger. 
     The first loop may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may at least partially form a first electrode matrix. The second loop may comprise a second plurality of electrodes. The second plurality of electrodes may at least partially form a second electrode matrix. The second loop may comprise a second electrode. 
     The first loop may comprise a first portion comprising electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes and a second portion comprising electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes. The second portion may be spaced from the first portion. The second portion may be parallel to the first portion. 
     The first loop may comprise an undulating segment comprising peaks and troughs. The undulating segment may comprise the first plurality of electrodes. The undulating segment may comprise electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes proximate to the peaks and electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes proximate to the troughs. 
     The catheter may comprise a plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may at least partially form a first electrode matrix. 
     The first loop and the second loop may be configured to be deployed from the lumen of the catheter at least partially simultaneously. The first loop and the second loop may be configured to be deployed from the lumen of the catheter sequentially. 
     The device may further comprise a fixation feature extending radially outward from the catheter. The fixation feature may comprise an atraumatic stiff loop. 
     In some examples, a method of using the device may comprise or consist essentially of advancing the catheter distal to a pulmonary valve, advancing the catheter distal to the pulmonary valve, deploying the first loop and the second loop, and after deploying the first loop and the second loop, distally advancing the catheter towards a pulmonary artery bifurcation. The first loop and the second loop are self-orienting so that one of the first loop and the second loop extends into the right pulmonary artery and the other of the first loop and the second loop extends into the left pulmonary artery. 
     The method may further comprise distally advancing the catheter until advancement may be limited by the pulmonary artery bifurcation. The method may further comprise extending a fixation feature proximate to the pulmonary valve. The method may further comprise attempting to capture a target nerve with the first electrode. 
     The method may further comprise, if the target nerve may be not captured, withdrawing the first loop and the second loop into the lumen of the catheter, proximally retracting the catheter, rotating the catheter, after rotating the catheter, redeploying the first loop and the second loop, and, after redeploying the first loop and the second loop, distally advancing the catheter towards the pulmonary artery bifurcation. The first loop and the second loop are self-orienting so that one of the first loop and the second loop extends into the right pulmonary artery and the other of the first loop and the second loop extends into the left pulmonary artery in an opposite orientation. The method may further comprise, if the target nerve may be not captured, attempting to capture a target nerve with a second electrode. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a catheter comprising a lumen and a loop longitudinally movable from in the lumen of the catheter to out of the lumen of the catheter. At least one of the catheter and the loop comprises a first electrode. 
     The loop may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may at least partially form a first electrode matrix. 
     The loop may comprise a first portion comprising electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes and a second portion comprising electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes. The second portion may be spaced from the first portion. The second portion may be parallel to the first portion. 
     The loop may comprise an undulating segment comprising peaks and troughs. The undulating segment may comprise the first plurality of electrodes. The undulating segment may comprise electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes proximate to the peaks and electrodes of the first plurality of electrodes proximate to the troughs. 
     The catheter may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may at least partially form a first electrode matrix. 
     The loop may be configured to be deployed from the lumen of the catheter out of a distal end of the catheter. The loop may be configured to be deployed from the lumen of the catheter out of a side of the catheter. 
     The device may further comprise a fixation feature extending radially outward from the catheter. The fixation feature may comprise an atraumatic stiff loop. 
     The loop may be a pigtail at an end of a finger. 
     A method of using the device may comprise deploying the loop out of the lumen of the catheter; after deploying the loop, advancing the catheter in a first branch vessel towards a primary vessel; allowing the loop to radially expand at a bifurcation comprising the first branch vessel, the primary vessel, and a second branch vessel; and after allowing the loop to radially expand, proximally retracting the catheter until the loop contacts the second branch vessel. 
     The first branch vessel may comprise the left internal jugular vein, the primary vessel may comprise the left brachiocephalic vein, and the second branch vessel may comprise the left subclavian vein. 
     The method may further comprise extending a fixation feature. 
     The method may further comprise attempting to capture a target nerve with the first electrode. The target nerve may comprise a thoracic cardiac branch nerve. The target nerve may comprise a cervical cardiac nerve. 
     The catheter may comprise a curvature configured to bend towards the target nerve. 
     In some examples, a device comprises or consists essentially of a catheter comprising a lumen, a first sinusoidal wire, a second sinusoidal wire radially spaced from the first sinusoidal wire, and a plurality of electrodes. 
     Each of the plurality of electrodes may be coupled to at least one the first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire. 
     The device may further comprise a membrane coupled to the first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire. Each of the plurality of electrodes may be coupled to the membrane. The membrane may be configured to have a curved shape in an expanded state. The membrane may comprise a flex circuit including conductor wires. 
     The plurality of electrodes may comprise button electrodes. The plurality of electrodes may comprise barrel electrodes. The plurality of electrodes may comprise cylindrical electrodes. The plurality of electrodes may comprise directional electrodes. Centers the plurality of electrodes may be longitudinally offset. 
     The catheter may comprise a first segment and a second segment distal to the first segment. The first segment may have a circular cross-section. The second segment may have an oval cross-section. The second segment may be configured to contain the first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire. 
     The first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire may be planar in an expanded state. The first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire may be at an angle in an expanded state. The first sinusoidal wire and the second sinusoidal wire may comprise shape memory material. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a handle, a sheath, and an electrode system moveable in and out of the sheath. The handle comprises a repositioning system. The repositioning system comprises a track and a knob slideable within the track. The electrode system is configured to move longitudinally upon longitudinal movement of the knob in the track and to move rotationally upon transverse or rotational movement of the knob in the track. 
     The track may comprise a longitudinal segment, a first transverse segment extending from the longitudinal segment in a first direction, and a second transverse segment extending from the longitudinal segment in a second direction opposite the first direction. The first transverse segment may be longitudinally offset from the second transverse segment. The first transverse segment may be longitudinally aligned with the second transverse segment. 
     The electrode system may be configured to move a longitudinal distance upon movement of the knob the same longitudinal distance in the track. The electrode system may be configured to rotate a circumferential angle upon transverse or rotational movement of the knob in the track. The device may further comprise a rotational stop to limit rotation of the electrode system to the circumferential angle. 
     The device may further comprise a detent and a groove configured to interact with the detent upon movement of the knob. The detent may be configured to produce audible indicia. 
     The device may further comprise a physical barrier configured to inhibit accidental movement of the knob. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure having a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises, in the expanded state, a plurality of splines each comprising a proximal segment comprising a first portion, a second portion distal to the first portion, and a third portion distal to the second portion; an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment; and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment, the distal segment comprising a fourth portion, a fifth portion distal to the fourth portion, and a sixth portion distal to the fifth portion. The first portion is parallel to a longitudinal axis. The second portion extends radially outward from the first portion. The third portion extends radially outward from the second portion and transverse to the longitudinal axis to the intermediate segment. The fourth portion extends from the intermediate segment radially inward and transverse to the longitudinal axis. The fifth portion extends radially inward from the fourth portion. The sixth portion extends from the fifth portion parallel to a longitudinal axis. At least two of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines are circumferentially spaced and comprise a plurality of electrodes forming an electrode matrix. 
     The expandable structure may be self-expanding. The expandable structure may be expandable upon operation of an actuation mechanism. 
     In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be parallel to the longitudinal axis. In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be recessed relative to the longitudinal axis. In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be crowned relative to the longitudinal axis. 
     Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. 
     Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. 
     The plurality of splines may further comprise a spline circumferentially between the at least two intermediate segments. 
     The plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The plurality of splines may be formed from a cut hypotube. 
     The expandable structure may further comprise a membrane coupled to the at least two intermediate segments. The membrane may comprise the electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a proximal portion and a catheter shaft coupled to the proximal portion and coupled to the expandable structure. The device may further comprise an actuator wire. The proximal portion may comprise an actuator mechanism. The actuator wire may be coupled to the actuator mechanism and coupled to the expandable structure. The expandable structure may be configured to expand upon operation of the actuator mechanism. The proximal portion may comprise a Y-connector comprising a first branch configured to accept a guidewire and a second branch configured to electrically connect the electrode matrix to a stimulation system. 
     The device may further comprise a strain relief between the catheter shaft and the expandable structure. The strain relief may comprise a spring. The strain relief may comprise a cut hypotube. The cut hypotube may comprise a plurality of helices having the same sense. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a distal hub comprising a plurality of channels. The distal segments of the plurality of splines may be slideable in the channels of the distal hub. The distal segments may comprise a distal end having a dimension larger than a dimension of the channels. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure having a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises, in the expanded state, a plurality of arms each comprising a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment. The intermediate segments of the plurality of arms include an opening. At least two the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines comprise a plurality of electrodes forming an electrode matrix. 
     The expandable structure may be self-expanding. The expandable structure may be expandable upon operation of an actuation mechanism. 
     In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be parallel to the longitudinal axis. In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be recessed relative to the longitudinal axis. In the expanded state, the at least two intermediate segments may be crowned relative to the longitudinal axis. 
     Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. 
     Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. 
     The plurality of splines may further comprise a spline circumferentially between the at least two intermediate segments. 
     The plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The plurality of splines may be formed from a cut hypotube. 
     The expandable structure may further comprise a membrane coupled to the at least two intermediate segments. The membrane may comprise the electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a proximal portion and a catheter shaft coupled to the proximal portion and coupled to the expandable structure. The device may further comprise an actuator wire. The proximal portion may comprise an actuator mechanism. The actuator wire may be coupled to the actuator mechanism and coupled to the expandable structure. The expandable structure may be configured to expand upon operation of the actuator mechanism. The proximal portion may comprise a Y-connector comprising a first branch configured to accept a guidewire and a second branch configured to electrically connect the electrode matrix to a stimulation system. 
     The device may further comprise a strain relief between the catheter shaft and the expandable structure. The strain relief may comprise a spring. The strain relief may comprise a cut hypotube. The cut hypotube may comprise a plurality of helices having the same sense. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a distal hub comprising a plurality of channels. The distal segments of the plurality of splines may be slideable in the channels of the distal hub. The distal segments may comprise a distal end having a dimension larger than a dimension of the channels. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure having a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises, in the expanded state, a plurality of splines each comprising a proximal segment comprising a first portion, a second portion distal to the first portion, and a third portion distal to the second portion; an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment; and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment, the distal segment comprising a fourth portion, a fifth portion distal to the fourth portion, and a sixth portion distal to the fifth portion. The first portion is parallel to a longitudinal axis. The second portion extends radially outward from the first portion. The third portion extends radially outward from the second portion and transverse to the longitudinal axis to the intermediate segment. The fourth portion extends from the intermediate segment radially inward and transverse to the longitudinal axis. The fifth portion extends radially inward from the fourth portion. The sixth portion extends from the fifth portion parallel to a longitudinal axis. The intermediate segments of the plurality of splines have an undulating shape relative to the longitudinal axis. At least two of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines comprise a plurality of electrodes forming an electrode matrix. 
     The expandable structure may be self-expanding. The expandable structure may be expandable upon operation of an actuation mechanism. 
     Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. 
     Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. 
     The intermediate segments may comprise peaks and troughs. Peaks and troughs of the at least two intermediate segments may be longitudinally aligned. Peaks and troughs of the at least two intermediate segments may be longitudinally offset. 
     The plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The plurality of splines may be formed from a cut hypotube. 
     The expandable structure may further comprise a membrane coupled to the at least two intermediate segments. The membrane may comprise the electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a proximal portion and a catheter shaft coupled to the proximal portion and coupled to the expandable structure. The device may further comprise an actuator wire. The proximal portion may comprise an actuator mechanism. The actuator wire may be coupled to the actuator mechanism and coupled to the expandable structure. The expandable structure may be configured to expand upon operation of the actuator mechanism. The proximal portion may comprise a Y-connector comprising a first branch configured to accept a guidewire and a second branch configured to electrically connect the electrode matrix to a stimulation system. 
     The device may further comprise a strain relief between the catheter shaft and the expandable structure. The strain relief may comprise a spring. The strain relief may comprise a cut hypotube. The cut hypotube may comprise a plurality of helices having the same sense. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a distal hub comprising a plurality of channels. The distal segments of the plurality of splines may be slideable in the channels of the distal hub. The distal segments may comprise a distal end having a dimension larger than a dimension of the channels. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure having a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises, in the expanded state, a plurality of arms each comprising a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment. The intermediate segments of the plurality of arms include a sinusoidal shape. At least two the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines comprise a plurality of electrodes forming an electrode matrix. 
     The expandable structure may be self-expanding. The expandable structure may be expandable upon operation of an actuation mechanism. 
     Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be parallel. Pairs of the first portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. Pairs of the sixth portions of the plurality of splines may be twisted. 
     Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Proximal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally aligned. Distal ends of the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines may be longitudinally offset. 
     The intermediate segments may comprise peaks and troughs. Peaks and troughs of the at least two intermediate segments may be longitudinally aligned. Peaks and troughs of the at least two intermediate segments may be longitudinally offset. 
     The plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The plurality of splines may be formed from a cut hypotube. 
     The expandable structure may further comprise a membrane coupled to the at least two intermediate segments. The membrane may comprise the electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a proximal portion and a catheter shaft coupled to the proximal portion and coupled to the expandable structure. The device may further comprise an actuator wire. The proximal portion may comprise an actuator mechanism. The actuator wire may be coupled to the actuator mechanism and coupled to the expandable structure. The expandable structure may be configured to expand upon operation of the actuator mechanism. The proximal portion may comprise a Y-connector comprising a first branch configured to accept a guidewire and a second branch configured to electrically connect the electrode matrix to a stimulation system. 
     The device may further comprise a strain relief between the catheter shaft and the expandable structure. The strain relief may comprise a spring. The strain relief may comprise a cut hypotube. The cut hypotube may comprise a plurality of helices having the same sense. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a distal hub comprising a plurality of channels. The distal segments of the plurality of splines may be slideable in the channels of the distal hub. The distal segments may comprise a distal end having a dimension larger than a dimension of the channels. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a longitudinal axis and a distal portion. The distal portion comprises a first expandable structure and a second expandable structure distal to the first expandable structure. The first expandable structure has a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises, in the expanded state, a plurality of arms each comprising a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment. The plurality of arms is on a first side of a plane comprising the longitudinal axis. At least two the intermediate segments of the plurality of splines comprise a plurality of electrodes forming an electrode matrix; and 
     The second expandable structure may comprise a Swan-Ganz balloon. The second expandable structure may be distal to the first expandable structure by between 0.25 cm and 5 cm. 
     The first expandable structure may be self-expanding. The first expandable structure may be expandable upon operation of an actuation mechanism. 
     The plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of wires. The plurality of splines may be formed from a cut hypotube. 
     The first expandable structure may further comprise a membrane coupled to the at least two intermediate segments. The membrane may comprise the electrode matrix. 
     The device may further comprise a proximal portion and a catheter shaft coupled to the proximal portion and coupled to the expandable structure. The catheter shaft may be configured to appose a wall of a body cavity. The device may further comprise an actuator wire. The proximal portion may comprise an actuator mechanism. The actuator wire may be coupled to the actuator mechanism and coupled to the first expandable structure. The first expandable structure may be configured to expand upon operation of the actuator mechanism. The proximal portion may comprise a Y-connector comprising a first branch configured to accept a guidewire and a second branch configured to electrically connect the electrode matrix to a stimulation system. 
     The first expandable structure may comprise a distal hub comprising a plurality of channels. Distal segments of the plurality of splines may be slideable in the channels of the distal hub. The distal segments may comprise a distal end having a dimension larger than a dimension of the channels. 
     The device may further comprise a tubular member extending from the proximal portion to the second expandable structure. The tubular member may comprise a lumen configured to inflate the second expandable structure upon injection of fluid into the lumen. The tubular member may be coupled to the distal segments of the plurality of arms. The first expandable structure may expand upon proximal retraction of the tubular member. 
     In some examples, a method of processing an electrocardiogram signal comprising P waves and S waves comprises, or alternatively consist essentially of, detecting an end of a first S wave, estimating a start of a first P wave, and during a stimulation duration between detecting the end of the first S wave and the estimated start of the first P wave, providing an artificial signal. A non-transitory computer-readable medium may store executable instructions that when executed perform the method. 
     The artificial signal may comprise a straight line. The straight line may be at a negative value. The straight line may be at a positive value. 
     In some examples, an electrocardiogram signal comprises, or alternatively consist essentially of, a first portion indicative of an electrical activity of a heart during a first duration and a second portion not indicative of the electrical activity of the heart during a second duration after the first duration. The first duration is less than a sinus rhythm. A non-transitory computer-readable medium may be configured to store the signal. 
     The first portion may comprise a QRS complex. The first portion may comprise a PR interval. The second portion may comprise a ST segment. The second portion may comprise a straight line. The straight line may be at a negative value. The straight line may be at a positive value. 
     In some examples, a method of processing an electrocardiogram signal comprises, or alternatively consist essentially of, detecting a first condition of a first type of wave selected from the group consisting of P waves, Q waves, R waves, S waves, and T waves; after a stimulation duration starting after detecting the first condition of the first type of wave, monitoring for a monitoring duration for second condition of a second type of wave selected from the group consisting of P waves, Q waves, R waves, S waves, and T waves, the second type of wave different than the first type of wave; and if the second condition of the second type of wave may be not detected during the monitoring duration, triggering a physical event. A non-transitory computer-readable medium may store executable instructions that when executed perform the method. 
     The first condition may comprise a beginning of the first type of wave. The first condition may comprise an end of the first type of wave. The first condition may comprise a peak of the first type of wave. The second condition may comprise a beginning of the second type of wave. The second condition may comprise an end of the second type of wave. The second condition may comprise a peak of the second type of wave. The second condition may comprise a peak of the second type of wave. The first type of wave may comprise a S wave. The second type of wave may comprise a P wave. The second type of wave may comprise a Q wave. The second type of wave may comprise a R wave. The physical event may comprise terminating stimulation. The physical event may comprise sounding an alarm. 
     In some examples, a method of processing an electrocardiogram signal comprises, or alternatively consist essentially of, providing a first portion indicative of electrical activity of a heart during a first duration, the first portion comprising a real P wave, a real Q wave, a real R wave, a real S wave, and a real T wave; and providing a second portion not indicative of the electrical activity of the heart during a second duration after the first duration, stimulation of the heart occurring during the second duration. A non-transitory computer-readable medium may store executable instructions that when executed perform the method. 
     The portion may comprise a straight line. The straight line may be at zero. The straight line may be at a negative value. The straight line may be at a positive value. 
     The second portion may comprise a duplication of the first portion. 
     The second portion may comprise at least a portion of an artificial sinus rhythm. The portion of the artificial sinus rhythm may comprise at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave. The at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave may be shaped like a real wave. The at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave may be shaped like a square wave. 
     In some examples, an electrocardiogram signal comprises, or alternatively consist essentially of, a first portion indicative of electrical activity of a heart during a first duration and a second portion not indicative of the electrical activity of the heart during a second duration after the first duration. The first portion comprises a real P wave, a real Q wave, a real R wave, a real S wave, and a real T wave. Stimulation of the heart occurs during the second duration. A non-transitory computer-readable medium may be configured to store the signal. 
     The second portion may comprise a straight line. The straight line may be at zero. The straight line may be at a negative value. The straight line may be at a positive value. 
     The second portion may comprise a duplication of the first portion. 
     The second portion may comprise at least a portion of an artificial sinus rhythm. 
     The portion of the artificial sinus rhythm may comprise at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave. The at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave may be shaped like a real wave. The at least one of an artificial P wave, an artificial Q wave, an artificial R wave, an artificial S wave, and an artificial T wave may be shaped like a square wave. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a handle, an expandable structure, an outer tube, and a shaft. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and a self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of splines extending from a proximal hub to a distal hub. Each of the splines of the plurality of splines comprises a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment, and a first electrode on a first spline of the plurality of splines. The intermediate segment is configured to extend radially outward in the self-expanded state. The outer tube comprises a proximal end coupled to the handle and a distal end coupled to the proximal hub. The shaft comprises a proximal end and a distal end. The shaft extends through the outer tube from the handle to the distal hub. The handle is configured to retract the shaft. The intermediate segments are configured to extend further radially outward upon retraction of the shaft. 
     At least one spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. The intermediate segment of each spline of the plurality of splines may form a first angle with the proximal segment and/or a second angle with the distal segment. The proximal segment and distal segment of each spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. The first spline may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. The device may further comprise a second electrode on a second spline of the plurality of splines. The first spline may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The second spline may comprise a second plurality of electrodes including the second electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes. The second plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes. The first plurality of electrodes and the second plurality of electrodes form an electrode array. The second spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the first spline. The first spline and the second spline may form a first spline pair. The device may further comprise a second spline pair. The second spline pair may comprise a third spline comprising a third plurality of electrodes and a fourth spline comprising a fourth plurality of electrodes. The fourth spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the third spline. The second spline pair may be circumferentially adjacent to the first spline pair. The first plurality of electrodes, the second plurality of electrodes, the third plurality of electrodes, and the fourth plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. The electrode array may comprise a 4×5 array. At least four circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may each comprise a plurality of electrodes. At least one spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. The proximal segment and distal segment of each spline may be straight. The intermediate segment of each spline may be concave. The proximal segment and distal segment of each spline may be straight. The intermediate segment of each spline may be convex. The proximal segment and distal segment of each spline may be straight. The intermediate segment of each spline may be straight. Each spline of the plurality of splines further may comprise a proximal transition segment joining the proximal segment and the intermediate segment and a distal transition segment joining the intermediate segment and the distal segment. The splines may be grouped into circumferentially adjacent spline pairs. Each spline of a spline may be parallel to the other spline of the spline pair along the proximal segment, the intermediate segment, and the distal segment. Each spline of the spline pair may be not parallel to the other spline of the spline pair along the proximal transition segment and the distal transition segment. The intermediate segments of each spline pair may be spaced further apart from each other than the proximal segments and the distal segments. The expandable structure may comprise a longitudinal axis between the proximal hub and the distal hub. The proximal segments of each of the splines of the plurality of splines may radially diverge away from the longitudinal axis and the distal segments of each of the splines of the plurality of splines may radially converge towards the longitudinal axis. 
     The outer tube may comprise a proximal portion and a distal portion. The proximal portion may have a higher durometer than the distal portion. The outer tube may comprise a plurality of longitudinal portions along a length of the outer tube. Each longitudinal portion the plurality of longitudinal portions may have a higher durometer than the longitudinal portions of the plurality of longitudinal portions distal thereto. At least one longitudinal portion of the plurality of longitudinal portions may be configured with a length and durometer for positioning the at least one longitudinal portion in a specific anatomy. The specific anatomy may comprise a chamber of a heart. The specific anatomy may comprise a blood vessel. The blood vessel may comprise the right pulmonary artery. The outer tube may comprise a first outer diameter at the proximal end of the outer tube and a second outer diameter at the distal end of the outer tube. The first outer diameter may be greater than the second outer diameter. A proximal portion of the outer tube may comprise a first plurality of layers, wherein a distal portion of the outer tube may comprise a second plurality of layers. The first plurality of layers may comprise more layers than the second plurality of layers. The outer tube may comprise a hinge joined to the proximal hub. The hinge may be configured to resist kinking upon bending of the device transverse to a longitudinal axis of the outer tube. The hinge may comprise a coil comprising a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the coil surrounding a portion of the tubing and the distal end of the coil surrounding a portion of the proximal hub. The hinge may comprise a first wire comprising a helical winding, a second wire comprising a helical winding and occupying spaces between helices of the first wire, and a third wire comprising a helical winding and occupying spaces between helices the first wire and between helices of the second wire. The outer tube may comprise tubing. The tubing may comprise an inner diameter configured to mate with an outer diameter of the proximal hub. The tubing may be configured to abut a proximal end of the proximal hub. The tubing may form a fluid seal between the outer tube and the proximal hub. 
     The spline comprising the electrode may comprise a spline tube, the electrode being on an outer surface of the spline tube. The device may further comprise a spline tube at least partially covering two circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines. The spline tube may be configured to inhibit the two circumferentially adjacent splines from rotating relative to one another. The spline tube may diverge into two spatially separated tubular channels along the intermediate segments of the two circumferentially adjacent splines. Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs, each of the spline pairs comprising a proximal tubing at least partially covering the proximal segments and a distal tubing at least partially covering the distal segments. The proximal tubings and the distal tubings may be configured to inhibit the splines of each of the spline pairs from rotating relative to one another. Each of the proximal tubings and the distal tubings may comprise heat-shrink tubing. Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs, each of the spline pairs comprising a wire bent at a proximal end, and may have wire ends terminating at a distal end. 
     The proximal hub may comprise a proximal end, a distal end, a central lumen, a plurality of peripheral lumens, and/or a plurality of spline channels. The central lumen may extend from the proximal end of the proximal hub to the distal end of the proximal hub. The shaft may slidably extend through the central lumen of the proximal hub. The plurality of peripheral lumens may be radially outward of the central lumen of the proximal hub. The plurality of peripheral lumens may be configured to transfer fluid flowing through the outer tube to the distal end of the proximal hub. The plurality of spline channels may extend proximally from the distal end of the proximal hub into a distal portion of the proximal hub. One spline of the plurality of splines may be in each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the proximal hub. The plurality of spline channels may extend through the distal portion of the proximal hub. Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs, each of the spline pairs comprising a wire bent at a proximal end. The proximal hub may comprise a plurality of recesses proximal to the distal portion of the proximal hub. The bent proximal ends of the wire of each of the spline pairs may be in a recess of the plurality of recesses. The plurality of recesses may be configured to inhibit movement of the plurality of splines proximal to the recesses. At least one peripheral lumen of the plurality of peripheral lumens may be configured to receive an electrical conductor extending from the handle to the electrode. 
     The distal hub may comprise a proximal end, a distal end, a central lumen, and/or a plurality of spline channels. The central lumen may extend from the proximal end of the distal hub to the distal end of the distal hub. The shaft may be fixably coupled to the central lumen of the distal hub. A plurality of spline channels may extend distally from the proximal end of the distal hub into the distal hub. One spline of the plurality of splines may be in each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the distal hub. Each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the distal hub may terminate proximal to the distal end of the distal hub. The proximal end of the distal hub may comprise a tapered surface. The tapered surface of the proximal end of the distal hub may comprise openings to the plurality of spline channels. The tapered surface proximal end of the distal hub may be configured to facilitate bending of the splines in a radially outward direction. The distal end of the distal hub may comprise an atraumatic configuration. 
     The handle may comprise a handle base and an actuator. The handle base may comprise a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end. A proximal end of the outer tube may be coupled to the lumen of the handle base, the shaft slidably extending through the lumen of the handle base. An actuator may be affixed to a proximal end of the shaft, the actuator moveable relative to the handle base in a proximal direction and in a distal direction. The actuator may be configured to expand the expandable structure when moved in a distal direction and to compress the expandable structure when moved in a proximal direction. The handle further may comprise an outer handle, a securing member, and/or a locking member. The outer handle may extend from the handle base. The securing member may comprise a proximal end affixed to the actuator. The locking member may be positioned along the securing member between the outer handle and the actuator. The locking member may be configured to be moved along the longitudinal axis of the securing member and secured at a position along a length of the securing member to inhibit movement of the actuator in a distal direction. The securing member may comprise a threaded shaft and the locking member may comprise a threaded channel. The locking member may be longitudinally moveable along the securing member by rotating the locking member around the threaded shaft. 
     The handle may comprise a locking member having a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration. The locking member may comprise a main body comprising a proximal end and a distal end, a channel extending from the proximal end to the distal end, and a protrusion extending into the channel of the locking member. The actuator may extend through the channel of the locking member. The protrusion may be configured to inhibit the actuator from moving in at least one of a proximal direction and a distal direction relative to the handle base when the locking member is in the locked configuration. The actuator may be moveable in the proximal direction and in the distal direction when the locking member is in the unlocked configuration. The actuator may comprise an elongate body and a textured surface along a length of the elongate body. The locking member may be moveable between the locked configuration and the unlocked configuration by rotating the locking member around the elongate body of the actuator. The protrusion may be configured to interface with the textured surface in a locked position and configured to not interface with the textured surface in the unlocked position. The locking member may further comprise a tab extending away from the main body, the tab being positionable in a first position relative to the handle base when the locking member is in a locked configuration and being positionable in a second position when the locking member is in an unlocked configuration. The textured surface may comprise a series of ridges, the protrusion of the locking member configured to mate with a notch between the ridges. The channel of the locking member may be oblong. The locking member may be configured to switch between a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration by rotating the locking member approximately a quarter turn. The handle base may further comprise an aperture in a sidewall extending into the lumen of the handle base and proximal to the proximal end of the outer tube. An electrical conductor may extend from an electrical socket into the outer tube through the aperture of the handle base. 
     The shaft may comprise a lumen. The lumen of the shaft may be configured to receive a guidewire. A proximal end of the shaft may be configured to receive fluid. The proximal end of the shaft may be joined to a fluid valve. The shaft may comprise a sidewall and an aperture in the sidewall, the aperture configured to permit fluid to flow out of the lumen of the shaft and to the proximal hub. The device may be configured to transfer fluid injected into the shaft through the shaft to the distal hub and through the outer tube to the proximal hub. The shaft may comprise a plurality of hypotubes. The plurality of hypotubes may comprise a first hypotube having a proximal end and a distal end and a second hypotube having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the first hypotube may be in the proximal end of the second hypotube. The proximal end of the second hypotube may be in the distal end of the first hypotube. The plurality of hypotubes may include three hypotubes. At least one hypotube of the plurality of hypotubes may comprise a proximal portion having a first outer diameter and a distal portion having a second outer diameter less than the first outer diameter. At least one hypotube of the plurality of hypotubes may comprise a sidewall and an aperture through the sidewall. 
     In some examples, a method of modulating a nerve comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, inserting a distal portion of a device comprising an expandable structure into vasculature, allowing the expandable member to self-expand, actuating a handle of the device to further expand the expandable structure to anchor the expandable structure in the vasculature, and activating a first electrode of the device to stimulate the nerve. The device comprises a proximal portion comprising the handle and the distal portion comprising the expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and a self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of splines extending from a proximal hub to a distal hub. Each of the splines of the plurality of splines comprises a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment. The intermediate segment is configured to extend radially outward in the self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a first electrode on a first spline of the plurality of splines. 
     The device may comprise an outer tube and a shaft. The outer tube may comprise a proximal end coupled to the handle and a distal end coupled to the proximal hub. The shaft may comprise a proximal end and a distal end and may extend through the outer tube from the handle to the distal hub. The handle may be configured to retract the shaft in a proximal direction relative to the outer tube when the handle is actuated, causing the distal hub and the proximal hub to move closer together. 
     The method may further comprise accessing the vasculature with a needle and a syringe. The method may further comprise inserting a guidewire into the vasculature. The shaft of the device may comprise a lumen extending from the proximal portion of the device to the distal portion of the device. The insertion of the distal portion of the device into the vasculature may comprise inserting the device over the guidewire such that the guidewire may be slidably received in the lumen of the shaft. The method may further comprise tracking the guidewire to a target location in the vasculature. The method may further comprise inserting a Swan-Ganz catheter into vasculature. The Swan-Ganz catheter may comprise an inflatable balloon at a distal end of the catheter. The method may further comprise inflating the inflatable balloon, allowing the balloon to be carried by blood flow to the target location, inserting the guidewire through a lumen in the Swan-Ganz catheter to the target location, deflating the inflatable balloon, and retracting the Swan-Ganz catheter from the vasculature. The target location may be the right pulmonary artery. 
     The method may further comprise inserting an introducer in the vasculature. The insertion of the distal portion of the medical device into the vasculature may comprise inserting the device through a sheath of the introducer. The method may further comprise retracting a distal end of the introducer sheath from the distal portion of the device and/or pushing the distal portion of the device beyond the distal end of the sheath, causing the expandable structure to self-expand. The method may further comprise actuating a locking member on the handle to prevent the expandable structure from being compressed. The method may further comprise positioning the expandable structure in the right pulmonary artery. The nerve may be a cardiopulmonary nerve. The expandable structure may further comprise a second electrode on a second spline of the plurality of splines, the expandable structure being positioned such that the nerve may be positioned along the first spline, along the second spline, or between the first spline and the second spline. The method may further comprise activating the second electrode. The first spline may be circumferentially adjacent the second spline. The first spline may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode, and the second spline may comprise a second plurality of electrodes including the second electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes and the second plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes. The first spline and the second spline may form a first spline pair. The first plurality of electrodes and the second plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. The expandable structure may further comprise a second spline pair comprising a third spline comprising a third plurality of electrodes and a fourth spline comprising a fourth plurality of electrodes. The first plurality of electrodes, the second plurality of electrodes, the third plurality of electrodes, and the fourth plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. The electrode array may comprise a 4×5 array. The method may further comprise positioning the expandable structure against tissue in the vasculature so that the nerve may be between at least two electrodes apposed against the tissue. The nerve may be between at least three electrodes apposed against the tissue. The nerve may be between at least four electrodes apposed against the tissue. Activating the first electrode may comprise applying a voltage pulse of a first polarity. The method may further comprise applying a pre-pulse of voltage to tissue surrounding the nerve prior to activating the first electrode, the pre-pulse being a second polarity opposite the first polarity. The method may further comprise measuring the pressure in the right ventricle and approximating the pressure in the left ventricle from the measured pressure in the right ventricle. The method may further comprise positioning a return conductor in the vasculature or on skin, the return conductor configured to conduct current from the activated electrode. 
     In some examples, a device for increasing heart contractility and/or relaxation for treating heart failure comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a handle, and an expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and a self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of splines extending from a proximal hub to a distal hub. The device further comprises a first electrode on a first spline of the plurality of splines, an outer tube extending from the handle to the proximal hub, and a shaft extending through the outer tube from the handle to the distal hub. The handle is configured to retract the shaft. The device is configured for placement in a pulmonary artery and delivery of energy from the first electrode to a target tissue to increase heart contractility and/or relaxation for treating heart failure. 
     At least one spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. 
     The first spline may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. 
     The device may further comprise a second electrode on a second spline of the plurality of splines. The first spline may comprise a first plurality of electrodes including the first electrode. The second spline may comprise a second plurality of electrodes including the second electrode. The first plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes. The second plurality of electrodes may comprise five electrodes. The first plurality of electrodes and the second plurality of electrodes may form an electrode array. The second spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the first spline. The first spline and the second spline may form a first spline pair. The device may further comprise a second spline pair comprising a third spline comprising a third plurality of electrodes and a fourth spline comprising a fourth plurality of electrodes. The fourth spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the third spline. The second spline pair may be circumferentially adjacent to the first spline pair. The first plurality of electrodes, the second plurality of electrodes, the third plurality of electrodes, and the fourth plurality of electrodes form an electrode array. The electrode array may comprise a 4×5 array. Each of at least four circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may comprise a plurality of electrodes. 
     Each of the splines of the plurality of splines may comprise a proximal segment, an intermediate segment distal to the proximal segment, and a distal segment distal to the intermediate segment. The intermediate segments may be configured to extend radially outward in the self-expanded state. The intermediate segments may be configured to extend further radially outward upon retraction of the shaft. The intermediate segment of each spline of the plurality of splines may form a first angle with the proximal segment and a second angle with the distal segment. The intermediate segment of each spline of the plurality of splines may curve into the proximal segment and the distal segment. 
     The proximal segment and the distal segment of each spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. 
     The proximal segment and the distal segment of each spline may be straight. The intermediate segment of each spline may be concave. The intermediate segment of each spline may be convex. The intermediate segment of each spline may be straight. Each of the proximal segment, the distal segment, and intermediate segment of each spline may be arcuate. 
     Each spline of the plurality of splines may further comprise a proximal transition segment joining the proximal segment and the intermediate segment, and a distal transition segment joining the intermediate segment and the distal segment. Each spline of the spline pair may be not parallel to the other spline of the spline pair along the proximal transition segment and the distal transition segment. 
     The first spline and a second spline of the plurality of splines may form a first spline pair. The second spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the first spline. The device may further comprise a second spline pair comprising a third spline of the plurality of splines and a fourth spline to the plurality of splines. The fourth spline may be circumferentially adjacent to the third spline. Each spline of a spline pair may be parallel to the other spline of the spline pair along the intermediate segment. Each spline of a spline pair may be parallel to the other spline of the spline pair along the proximal segment and the distal segment. The intermediate segments of each spline pair may be spaced further apart from each other than the proximal segments and the distal segments. 
     A least one spline of the plurality of splines may be devoid of electrodes. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a longitudinal axis between the proximal hub and the distal hub. The proximal segments of each of the splines of the plurality of splines may radially diverge away from the longitudinal axis and the distal segments of each of the splines of the plurality of splines may radially converge towards the longitudinal axis. 
     The plurality of splines may be configured to extend outwardly on one side of a plane crossing a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure. Splines of the plurality of splines comprising electrodes may be configured to extend outwardly on one side of a plane crossing a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure. The splines of the plurality of splines comprising electrodes may circumferentially occupy 100° to 120°. Splines of the plurality of splines not comprising electrodes may be configured to extend outwardly on a second side of the plane crossing the longitudinal axis of the expandable structure. The second side may be opposite the one side. 
     The outer tube may comprise a proximal portion and a distal portion. The proximal portion may have a higher durometer than the distal portion. The outer tube may comprise a plurality of longitudinal portions along a length of the outer tube. Each longitudinal portion the plurality of longitudinal portions may have a higher durometer than the longitudinal portions of the plurality of longitudinal portions distal thereto. At least one longitudinal portion of the plurality of longitudinal portions may be configured with a length and durometer for positioning the at least one longitudinal portion in a specific anatomy. The specific anatomy may comprise a chamber of a heart. The specific anatomy may comprise a blood vessel. The blood vessel may comprise the right pulmonary artery. 
     The outer tube may comprise a first outer diameter at the proximal end of the outer tube and a second outer diameter at the distal end of the outer tube. The first outer diameter may be greater than the second outer diameter. 
     A proximal portion of the outer tube may comprise a first plurality of layers. A distal portion of the outer tube may comprise a second plurality of layers. The first plurality of layers may comprise more layers than the second plurality of layers. 
     The outer tube may comprise a hinge joined to the proximal hub. The hinge may be configured to resist kinking upon bending of the device transverse to a longitudinal axis of the outer tube. The hinge may comprise a coil comprising a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end of the coil may surround a portion of the tubing and the distal end of the coil may surround a portion of the proximal hub. The hinge may comprise a first wire comprising a helical winding, a second wire comprising a helical winding and occupying spaces between helices of the first wire, and a third wire comprising a helical winding and occupying spaces between helices the first wire and between helices of the second wire. 
     The outer tube may comprise tubing. The tubing may comprise an inner diameter configured to mate with an outer diameter of the proximal hub. The tubing may be configured to abut a proximal end of the proximal hub. The tubing may form a fluid seal between the outer tube and the proximal hub. 
     The first spline may comprise a spline tube. The first electrode may be on an outer surface of the spline tube. 
     The device may further comprise a spline tube at least partially covering two circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines. The spline tube may be configured to inhibit the two circumferentially adjacent splines from rotating relative to one another. The spline tube may diverge into two spatially separated tubular channels along the intermediate segments of the two circumferentially adjacent splines. 
     Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs. Each of the spline pairs may comprise a proximal tubing at least partially covering the proximal segments and a distal tubing at least partially covering the distal segments. The proximal tubings and the distal tubings may be configured to inhibit the splines of each of the spline pairs from rotating relative to one another. Each of the proximal tubings and the distal tubings may comprise heat-shrink tubing. 
     Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs. Each of the spline pairs may comprise a wire bent at a proximal end and having wire ends terminating at a distal end. 
     The proximal hub may comprise a proximal end, a distal end, and a central lumen extending from the proximal end of the proximal hub to the distal end of the proximal hub. The shaft may slidably extend through the central lumen of the proximal hub. The device may further comprise a plurality of peripheral lumens radially outward of the central lumen of the proximal hub. The plurality of peripheral lumens may be configured to transfer fluid flowing through the outer tube to the distal end of the proximal hub. At least one peripheral lumen of the plurality of peripheral lumens may be configured to receive an electrical conductor extending from the handle to the first electrode. The device may further comprise a plurality of spline channels extending proximally from the distal end of the proximal hub into a distal portion of the proximal hub. One spline of the plurality of splines may be in each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the proximal hub. The plurality of spline channels may extend through the distal portion of the proximal hub. Circumferentially adjacent splines of the plurality of splines may be grouped into spline pairs. Each of the spline pairs may comprise a wire bent at a proximal end. The proximal hub may comprise a plurality of recesses proximal to the distal portion of the proximal hub. The bent proximal ends of the wire of each of the spline pairs may be in a recess of the plurality of recesses. The plurality of recesses may be configured to inhibit movement of the plurality of splines proximal to the recesses. 
     The distal hub may comprise a proximal end, a distal end, and a central lumen extending from the proximal end of the distal hub to the distal end of the distal hub. The shaft may be fixably coupled to the central lumen of the distal hub. The device may further comprise a plurality of spline channels extending distally from the proximal end of the distal hub into the distal hub. One spline of the plurality of splines may be in each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the distal hub. Each spline channel of the plurality of spline channels of the distal hub may terminate proximal to the distal end of the distal hub. The proximal end of the distal hub may comprise a tapered surface. The tapered surface of the proximal end of the distal hub may comprise openings to the plurality of spline channels. The tapered surface proximal end of the distal hub may be configured to facilitate bending of the splines in a radially outward direction. The distal end of the distal hub may comprise an atraumatic configuration. 
     The handle may comprise a handle base comprising a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The handle may further comprise a proximal end of the outer tube coupled to the lumen of the handle base. The shaft may slidably extend through the lumen of the handle base. The handle may further comprise an actuator affixed to a proximal end of the shaft. The actuator may be moveable relative to the handle base in a proximal direction and in a distal direction. The actuator may be configured to expand the expandable structure when moved in a distal direction and to compress the expandable structure when moved in a proximal direction. The handle may further comprise an outer handle extending from the handle base, a securing member comprising a proximal end affixed to the actuator, and a locking member positioned along the securing member between the outer handle and the actuator. The locking member may be configured to be moved along the longitudinal axis of the securing member and secured at a position along a length of the securing member to inhibit movement of the actuator in a distal direction. 
     The securing member may comprise a threaded shaft and the locking member may comprise a threaded channel. The locking member may be longitudinally moveable along the securing member by rotating the locking member around the threaded shaft. 
     The handle may further comprise a locking member having a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration. The locking member may comprise a main body comprising a proximal end and a distal end, a channel extending from the proximal end to the distal end, and a protrusion extending into the channel of the locking member. The actuator may extend through the channel of the locking member. The protrusion may be configured to inhibit the actuator from moving in at least one of a proximal direction and a distal direction relative to the handle base when the locking member may be in the locked configuration. The actuator may be moveable in the proximal direction and in the distal direction when the locking member may be in the unlocked configuration. The actuator may comprise an elongate body, a textured surface along a length of the elongate body of the actuator, and the locking member moveable between the locked configuration and the unlocked configuration by rotating the locking member around the elongate body of the actuator. The protrusion may be configured to interface with the textured surface in a locked position and configured to not interface with the textured surface in the unlocked position. 
     The locking member may further comprise a tab extending away from the main body. The tab may be positionable in a first position relative to the handle base when the locking member is in a locked configuration. The tab may be positionable in a second position when the locking member is in an unlocked configuration. The textured surface may comprise a series of ridges. The protrusion of the locking member may be configured to mate with a notch between the ridges. The channel of the locking member may be oblong. The locking member may be configured to switch between a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration by rotating the locking member a quarter turn. 
     The handle base further may comprise an aperture in a sidewall extending into the lumen of the handle base and proximal to the proximal end of the outer tube. An electrical conductor may extend from an electrical socket into the outer tube through the aperture of the handle base. 
     The shaft may comprise a lumen. The lumen of the shaft may be configured to receive a guidewire. A proximal end of the shaft may be configured to receive fluid. The proximal end of the shaft may be joined to a fluid valve. The shaft may comprise a sidewall and an aperture in the sidewall. The aperture may be configured to permit fluid to flow out of the lumen of the shaft and to the proximal hub. 
     The device may be configured to transfer fluid injected into the shaft through the shaft to the distal hub and through the outer tube to the proximal hub. The shaft may comprise a plurality of hypotubes. The plurality of hypotubes may comprise a first hypotube having a proximal end and a distal end, and a second hypotube having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the first hypotube may be in the proximal end of the second hypotube. The proximal end of the second hypotube may be in the distal end of the first hypotube. The plurality of hypotubes may include three hypotubes. At least one hypotube of the plurality of hypotubes may comprise a proximal portion having a first outer diameter and a distal portion having a second outer diameter less than the first outer diameter. At least one hypotube of the plurality of hypotubes may comprise a sidewall and an aperture through the sidewall. 
     The device may further comprise an inflatable member. The device may further comprise an inflation lumen in fluid communication with the inflatable member. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a handle and an expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and a self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of splines extending from a proximal hub to a distal hub. The device further comprises an energy delivery neuromodulator on a first spline of the plurality of splines, an outer tube extending from the handle to the proximal hub, and a shaft extending through the outer tube from the handle to the distal hub, the handle configured to retract the shaft. The energy delivery neuromodulator may comprise an electrode. The neuromodulator may comprise a transducer. 
     In some examples, a device comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a handle and an expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and a self-expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of splines extending from a proximal hub to a distal hub. The device further comprises a neuromodulator on a first spline of the plurality of splines, an outer tube extending from the handle to the proximal hub, and a shaft extending through the outer tube from the handle to the distal hub. The handle is configured to retract the shaft. The neuromodulator may comprise a radiofrequency electrode, an ultrasound element, a laser element, a microwave element, a cryogenic element, a thermal delivery device, or a drug delivery device. 
     Use of the device may be for neuromodulation. Use of the device may be for treatment of a cardiovascular condition. Use of the device may be for treatment of acute heart failure. Use of the device may be for treatment of shock. Use of the device may be for treatment of valvular disease. Use of the device may be for treatment of angina. Use of the device may be for treatment of microvascular ischemia. Use of the device may be for treatment of myocardial contractility disorder. Use of the device may be for treatment of cardiomyopathy. Use of the device may be for treatment of hypertension. Use of the device may be for treatment of pulmonary hypertension. Use of the device may be for treatment of systemic hypertension. Use of the device may be for treatment of orthostatic hypertension. Use of the device may be for treatment of orthopnea. Use of the device may be for treatment of dyspenea. Use of the device may be for treatment of dysautonomia. Use of the device may be for treatment of syncope. Use of the device may be for treatment of vasovagal reflex. Use of the device may be for treatment of carotid sinus hypersensitivity. Use of the device may be for treatment of pericardial effusion. Use of the device may be for treatment of cardiac structural abnormalities. 
     In some examples, a method of modulating a nerve comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, inserting a distal portion of the device into vasculature, allowing the expandable member to self-expand, actuating the handle to further expand the expandable structure to anchor the expandable structure in the vasculature, and activating the first electrode to stimulate the nerve. 
     The method may further comprise accessing the vasculature with a needle and a syringe. Accessing the vasculature may be at a jugular vein. Accessing the vasculature may be at a left jugular vein. 
     The method may further comprise inserting a guidewire into the vasculature. The shaft may comprise a lumen extending from a proximal portion of the device to the distal portion of the device. Inserting the distal portion of the device into the vasculature may comprise tracking the device over the guidewire to position the expandable structure at a target location in the vasculature. The guidewire may slide through the lumen of the shaft. 
     The method may further comprise inserting a Swan-Ganz catheter comprising a distal end comprising a balloon into vasculature, inflating the balloon, allowing the balloon to be carried by blood flow to the target location, inserting the guidewire through a lumen in the Swan-Ganz catheter, deflating the balloon, and retracting the Swan-Ganz catheter from the vasculature. 
     The target location may be a pulmonary artery. The target location may be a right pulmonary artery. The target location may be a pulmonary trunk. The target location may be a left pulmonary artery. 
     The method may further comprise inserting an introducer in the vasculature. Inserting the distal portion of the device into the vasculature may comprise inserting the device through a sheath of the introducer. The method may further comprise at least one of proximally retracting a distal end of the introducer sheath and distally advancing the distal portion of the device, allowing the expandable structure to self-expand. The method may further comprise actuating a locking member on the handle. 
     The nerve may comprise a cardiopulmonary nerve. The nerve may comprise a right dorsal medial CPN. The nerve may comprise a right dorsal lateral CPN. The nerve may comprise a right stellate CPN. The nerve may comprise a right vagal nerve or vagus. The nerve may comprise a right cranial vagal CPN. The nerve may comprise a right caudal vagal CPN. The nerve may comprise a right coronary cardiac nerve. The nerve may comprise a left coronary cardiac nerve. The nerve may comprise a left lateral cardiac nerve. The nerve may comprise a left recurrent laryngeal nerve. The nerve may comprise a left vagal nerve or vagus. The nerve may comprise a left stellate CPN. The nerve may comprise a left dorsal lateral CPN. The nerve may comprise a left dorsal medial CPN. 
     The method may comprise positioning the expandable structure against tissue in the vasculature so that the nerve is between the first electrode and a second electrode. 
     Activating the first electrode may comprise applying a voltage pulse having a first polarity. The method may further comprise, before activating the first electrode, applying a pre-pulse of voltage to tissue surrounding the nerve. The pre-pulse may have a second polarity opposite the first polarity. 
     The method may further comprise measuring pressure in a right ventricle and approximating pressure in the left ventricle from the pressure measured in the right ventricle. 
     The method may further comprise positioning a return conductor in the vasculature. The return conductor may be configured to conduct current from an activated electrode. 
     A current vector from the first electrode to the return electrode may be away from at least one of a heart and a trachea. Positioning the return conductor in the vasculature may comprise positioning the return electrode at least 5 mm away from the first electrode. Positioning the return conductor in the vasculature may comprise positioning the return electrode in a right ventricle. Positioning the return conductor in the vasculature may comprise positioning the return electrode a superior vena cava. Positioning the return conductor in the vasculature may comprise positioning the return electrode a brachiocephalic vein. 
     In some examples, a device for increasing heart contractility and/or relaxation may comprise, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure and a plurality of electrodes. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure includes an inflatable structure. The expandable structure may be configured for placement in a pulmonary artery. The expandable structure may be configured for delivery of energy from at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes to increase heart contractility and/or relaxation. 
     The inflatable structure may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The inflatable structure may comprise a first inflatable element and a second inflatable element. The first inflatable element may comprise a first balloon. The first balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The first balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The at least two electrodes may be circumferentially spaced on the first balloon. The first inflatable element may comprise a second balloon. The second balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The second balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The at least two electrodes may be circumferentially spaced on the second balloon. The first inflatable element may comprise a valley between the first balloon and the second balloon. The valley may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The second inflatable element may comprise a first balloon. The first balloon of the second inflatable element may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The first balloon of the second inflatable element may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The at least two electrodes may be circumferentially spaced on the first balloon. The second inflatable element may comprise a second balloon. The second balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The second balloon of the first inflatable element may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The at least two electrodes may be circumferentially spaced on the second balloon. The second inflatable element may comprise a valley between the first balloon and the second balloon. The valley may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. The first inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The second inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The third inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The fourth inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The first inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The second inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The third inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The fourth inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The first inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the second inflatable element by 90°. The second inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the third inflatable element by 90°. The third inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the fourth inflatable element by 90°. The fourth inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the first inflatable element by 90°. The inflatable structure may comprise a fifth inflatable element and a sixth inflatable element. The inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The second inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The third inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The fourth inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The fifth inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The sixth inflatable element may comprise a balloon. The first inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the second inflatable element by 60°. The second inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the third inflatable element by 60°. The third inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the fourth inflatable element by 60°. The fourth inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the fifth inflatable element by 60°. The fifth inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the sixth inflatable element by 60°. The sixth inflatable element may be circumferentially spaced from the first inflatable element by 60°. The inflatable elements may comprise lumens. The lumens may extend in a direction parallel to a longitudinal axis of the device. The expandable structure may comprise a plurality of struts. The plurality of struts may comprise at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. At least one strut of the plurality of struts may be circumferentially between a first edge of the first inflatable element and a second edge of the second inflatable element. At least one other strut of the plurality of struts may be circumferentially between a second edge of the first inflatable element and a first edge of the second inflatable element. The at least one strut may comprise the at least one electrode. The at least one other strut may not comprise an electrode. In several examples, no strut of the plurality of struts is circumferentially between a second edge of the first inflatable element and a first edge of the second inflatable element. The device may further comprise a guidewire lumen. The device may further comprise a Swan-Ganz balloon. At least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes may be laser ablated to increase surface area. At least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes are overmolded to form an electrode assembly. The device may further comprise a first pressure sensor. The first pressure may comprise a MEMS sensor. The first pressure sensor may be configured for placement in a pulmonary artery. The device may further comprise a second pressure sensor. The second pressure may comprise a MEMS sensor. The second pressure sensor may be configured for placement in a right ventricle. 
     In some examples, a device for increasing heart contractility and/or relaxation may comprise, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of struts, an open distal end in the expanded state, and a plurality of electrodes. The expandable structure may be configured for placement in a pulmonary artery. The expandable structure may be configured for the expandable structure may be configured for delivery of energy from at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes to increase heart contractility and/or relaxation. At least two struts of the plurality of struts may be linked at a first point at a proximal end of the expandable structure. At least two other struts of the plurality of struts may be linked at a second point at the proximal end of the expandable structure. The device may further comprise a first tether coupled to the first point. The device may further comprise a second tether coupled to the second point. Upon proximal retraction of the first tether and the second tether towards a catheter, the expandable structure may be configured to change from the expanded state to the collapsed state. At least one of the first tether and the second tether may comprise bundled electrical connectors electrically coupled to the plurality of electrodes. At least two struts of the plurality of struts may comprise the plurality of electrodes. A first strut of the at least two struts may comprise a first electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A second strut of the at least two struts may comprise a second electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A first strut of the at least two struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the first strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. A second strut of the at least two struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the second strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. The at least two struts of the first strut and the at least two struts of the second strut may be configured to nest when the expandable structure is in the collapsed state. At least four struts of the plurality of struts comprise the plurality of electrodes. A first strut of the at least four struts may comprise a first electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A second strut of the at least four struts may comprise a second electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A third strut of the at least four struts may comprise a second electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A fourth strut of the at least four struts may comprise a second electrode assembly comprising at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A first strut of the at least four struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the first strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. A second strut of the at least four struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the second strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. A third strut of the at least four struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the third strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. A fourth strut of the at least four struts may comprise at least two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. Each of the at least two electrodes may be independently coupled to the fourth strut. The at least two electrodes may be longitudinally spaced. The at least two electrodes of the first strut, the at least two electrodes of the second strut, the at least two electrodes of the third strut, and the at least two electrodes of the fourth strut are configured to nest when the expandable structure may be in the collapsed state. The expandable structure may comprise a closed proximal end in the expanded state. The expandable structure may comprise additional struts distal to the plurality of struts. The expandable structure may comprise additional struts proximal to the plurality of struts. The plurality of electrodes may be on struts of the plurality of struts on a first side of plane crossing a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure. In several examples, a second side of the plane does not include electrodes. In several examples, a second side of the plane does not include struts for the longitudinal length of the plurality of electrodes. 
     The device may further comprise a guidewire sheath on a side of the expandable structure. The plurality of struts may taper proximally to the guidewire sheath. The plurality of struts may comprise six struts. Four struts may comprise the plurality of electrodes. Two struts may be free of the plurality of electrodes. In the expanded state, the four struts may be on a first side of a plane bisecting the expandable structure. The two struts may be on an opposite side of the plane. Proximal ends of the plurality of struts may be coupled to a hub. The expandable structure may comprise a proximal portion comprising the plurality of electrodes and a distal portion comprising the open distal end in the expanded state. The proximal portion and the distal portion may be monolithic. The proximal portion may be coupled to the distal portion. The proximal portion may have a first radial stiffness. The distal portion may have a second radial stiffness greater than the first radial stiffness. In the expanded state, the proximal portion may have a first diameter. The distal portion may have a second diameter less than the first diameter. The first diameter may be 2 mm to 8 mm greater than the second diameter. The proximal portion may comprise bifurcated struts. The proximal portion may comprise S-shaped features at proximal ends of the plurality of struts. 
     The expandable structure may comprise a guidewire sheath comprising at least some electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The guidewire sheath may have a distal end coupled to the distal portion. The guidewire sheath may be configured to bow radially outward in response to distal advancement of the guidewire sheath. The device may further comprise a spline comprising at least some other electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. The spline may have a distal end coupled to the distal portion. The spline may be configured to bow radially outward in response to distal advancement of the spline. 
     In some examples, a device for increasing heart contractility and/or relaxation may comprise, or alternatively consists essentially of, an expandable structure. The expandable structure has a collapsed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a first wire, a second wire, and a guidewire sheath. The guidewire sheath comprises a plurality of electrodes. The guidewire sheath is configured to bow radially outward in response to distal advancement of the guidewire sheath. Distal ends of the first wire, the second wire, and the guidewire sheath coupled together. The expandable structure is configured for placement in a pulmonary artery. Delivery of energy from at least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes is configured to increase heart contractility and/or relaxation. 
     The device may further comprise a spline comprising a second plurality of electrodes. The spline may have a distal end coupled to the distal ends of the first wire, the second wire, and the guidewire sheath. The spline may be configured to bow radially outward in response to distal advancement of the spline. The guidewire sheath and the spline may be configured to be independently operated. The guidewire sheath and the spline may be configured to be dependently operated. The guidewire sheath and the spline may be configured to be nested in an advanced state. In some examples, a method of positioning the device comprise, or alternatively consists essentially of, advancing the expandable structure into a left pulmonary artery in the collapsed state and expanding the expandable structure to the expanded state. The first wire may be preloaded against a first sidewall of the left pulmonary artery. The second wire may be preloaded against an opposite wall of the left pulmonary artery. The method may further comprise proximally retracting the expandable structure in the expanded state. During retraction, the second wire may snap into an ostium of a right pulmonary artery. The method may further comprise distally advancing the guidewire sheath. The guidewire sheath may bow radially outward into the right pulmonary artery. 
     In some examples, a method of detecting catheter movement comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, positioning a first sensor in a first body cavity, monitoring a first parameter profile of the first body cavity, positioning a second sensor in a second body cavity, monitoring a second parameter profile of the second body cavity, and when the second parameter profile is the same as the first parameter profile at a second time after the first time, taking a catheter movement action. The second parameter profile is different than the first parameter profile at a first time. 
     The first sensor may comprise a first pressure sensor. The first pressure sensor may comprise a MEMS sensor. The first parameter profile may comprise a pressure range. The second sensor may comprise a second pressure sensor. The second pressure sensor may comprise a MEMS sensor. The first parameter profile may comprise a pressure range. The first body cavity may comprise a pulmonary artery and the second body cavity may comprise a right ventricle. The first body cavity may comprise a right ventricle and the second body cavity may comprise a right atrium. The first body cavity may comprise a right atrium and the second body cavity may comprise a vena cava. The catheter movement action may comprise sounding an alarm. The catheter movement action may comprise stopping neurostimulation. The catheter movement action may comprise collapsing an expandable element. 
     In some examples, a method of detecting catheter movement comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, positioning a sensor in a right ventricle and monitoring a parameter profile of the right ventricle for a change greater than a threshold value. 
     The threshold value may be indicative of movement of the sensor against a tricuspid valve. The threshold value may be indicative of movement of the sensor proximal to a tricuspid valve. The parameter may comprise pressure. The sensor may comprise a MEMS sensor. The method may further comprise detecting the change greater than the threshold value and taking a catheter movement action. The catheter movement action may comprise sounding an alarm. The catheter movement action may comprise stopping neurostimulation. The catheter movement action may comprise collapsing an expandable element. A catheter may comprise the sensor. Positioning the sensor in the right ventricle may comprise providing slack to the catheter. Upon proximal retraction of the catheter, the catheter may be made taut and/or the sensor may be moved towards an annulus of a tricuspid valve. 
     In some examples, a method of setting a stimulation vector comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, setting a first electrode as a cathode and setting a second electrode as an anode. A line between the first electrode and the second electrode is a first stimulation vector. The method further comprises setting a third electrode as an anode. A line between the first electrode and the third electrode is a second stimulation vector. The method further comprises selecting as the stimulation vector one of the first stimulation vector or the second stimulation vector that is most orthogonal to a primary electrocardiogram (ECG) vector between a first ECG lead and a second ECG lead. 
     The selected stimulation vector may reduce a quantity of stimulation noise interference on an ECG signal. The first ECG lead and the second ECG lead may be coupled to an implantable cardiac defibrillator. The method may further comprise establishing the first electrode as capable of capturing a nerve when used as the cathode. The method may further comprise setting a fourth electrode as an anode. A line between the first electrode and the fourth electrode may be a third stimulation vector. Selecting the stimulation vector may comprise selecting one of the first stimulation vector, the second stimulation vector, or the third stimulation vector that is most orthogonal to the primary ECG vector. The method may further comprise using the stimulation vector for therapeutic stimulation. 
     In some examples, a method of setting a stimulation vector comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, setting a first electrode as a cathode and setting each of a plurality of other electrodes as an anode. The plurality of other electrodes does not include the first electrode. Lines between the first electrode and each of the plurality of other electrodes are potential stimulation vectors. The method further comprises selecting as the stimulation vector the potential stimulation vector of the potential stimulation vectors that is most orthogonal to a primary electrocardiogram (ECG) vector between a first ECG lead and a second ECG lead. 
     The selected stimulation vector may reduce a quantity of stimulation noise interference on an ECG signal. The first ECG lead and the second ECG lead may be coupled to an implantable cardiac defibrillator. The method may further comprise establishing the first electrode as capable of capturing a nerve when used as the cathode. The plurality of other electrodes may comprise between 2 electrodes and 19 electrodes. The plurality of other electrodes may comprise between 2 electrodes and 11 electrodes. The plurality of other electrodes may comprise between 2 electrodes and 8 electrodes. The plurality of other electrodes may be 360° around the first electrode. The method may further comprise using the stimulation vector for therapeutic stimulation. 
     In some examples, a system for blanking neurostimulation from an electrocardiogram (ECG) comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an ECG blanker configured to communicate with an ECG system configured to monitor a subject, an ECG amplifier configured to receive a signal from the ECG system, and a neurostimulation system configured to apply stimulation to the subject. The ECG blanker is configured to instruct the neurostimulation system to not apply neurostimulation during a heartbeat, and during neurostimulation by the neurostimulation system, blanking the signal from the ECG system. 
     The ECG blanker may be configured to predict when the heartbeat will occur. The ECG blanker may use deterministic timing to predict when the heartbeat will occur. Blanking the signal from the ECG system may comprise manipulating data from the ECG system and sending the manipulated data to the ECG amplifier. Blanking the signal from the ECG system may comprise holding the ECG signal at constant voltage during stimulation pulses. The neurostimulation system may comprise the ECG blanker. 
     In some examples, method of modifying an electrocardiogram (ECG) waveform comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, detecting R waves of ECGs for a first duration, measuring R to R intervals of the ECGs for the first duration, computing a weighted sum average of the R to R intervals, predicting a window for a next heartbeat using the weighted sum average, and blanking neurostimulation from occurring during the predicted window. 
     Computing the weighted sum average may comprise excluding outliers. The method may comprise computing the weighted sum average based on a second duration. The second duration may overlap the first duration. Blanking the neurostimulation may comprise allowing the neurostimulation between an expected T wave and an expected Q wave. Blanking the neurostimulation may comprise allowing the neurostimulation between an expected S wave and an expected Q wave. Blanking the neurostimulation may comprise allowing the neurostimulation between an expected S wave and an expected P wave. Blanking the neurostimulation may comprise setting a blanking period using the predicted window. The blanking period may comprise 300 ms after a predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 700 ms after a predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 300 ms before a next predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 700 ms before a next predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 30% of the predicted window after a predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 70% of the predicted window after a predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 30% of the predicted window before a next predicted R wave. The blanking period may comprise 70% of the predicted window before a next predicted R wave. 
     In some examples, a system for filtering noise from an electrocardiogram (ECG) comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a filter assembly configured to communicate with ECG leads configured to monitor a subject, an ECG system configured to receive a signal from the ECG leads, and a neurostimulation system configured to apply stimulation to the subject. The filter assembly is configured to produce a noise-filtered signal including the signal from the ECG leads minus noise from the neurostimulation system and send the noise-filtered signal to the ECG system. 
     The filter assembly may comprise an ECG input configured to be coupled to the ECG leads, an ECG output configured to be coupled to the ECG system, and a filter communicatively between the ECG input and the ECG output. The filter may comprise a low pass filter. The filter may comprise a cutoff frequency less than a neurostimulation frequency. The filter may comprise a notch filter. The filter may be adjustable to a frequency. The neuromodulation system may be configured to set the frequency. The filter assembly may include an input for manually or electronically setting the frequency. The frequency may be 20 Hz. The frequency may be 10 Hz. The ECG output may comprise wires mimicking ECG leads. The filter assembly may further comprise an analog to digital converter communicatively between the ECG input and the ECG output and a digital to analog converter communicatively between the filter and the ECG output. The neurostimulation system may comprise the filter assembly. 
     In some examples, a neuromodulation system for matching a neurostimulation frequency to an electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring frequency comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, an input configured to receive an ECG system operating frequency and a neurostimulation frequency adjustable to match the ECG system operating frequency. 
     The ECG system operating frequency may be 50 Hz. The ECG system operating frequency may be 60 Hz. The system may be configured to adjust at least one stimulation parameter. The at least one stimulation parameter may comprise amplitude, pulse width, duty cycle, or waveform. The system may be configured to determine a therapeutic frequency. Adjustment of the at least one stimulation parameter may approximates neurostimulation at the therapeutic frequency. 
     In some examples, an electrode assembly comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a portion of a strut including a first side, a second side opposite the first side, and a thickness between the first side and the second side, an aperture in the portion of the strut, electrically-insulating material over the first side of the strut and over the second side of the strut, an electrode inserted through the first side of the strut and prolapsed from the second side of the strut, and a conductor electrically coupled to the electrode. The electrode comprises a swaged portion on the first side of the strut. 
     The strut may be a laser-cut strut. The aperture may be laser-cut. The first side of the strut may comprise a channel. The conductor may be positioned in the channel. The assembly may further comprise the electrically-insulating material over the swaged portion of the electrode. The assembly may further comprise a plurality of apertures in the portion of the strut and one electrode in each of the plurality of apertures and comprising a swaged portion on the first side of the strut. The assembly may further comprise a plurality of portions of struts each comprising at least one electrode in an aperture of one strut and comprising a swaged portion on the first side of the one strut. 
     In some examples, a method of monitoring effects of neurostimulation applied to a subject using a neurostimulator for movement of the neurostimulator comprises stopping applying the neurostimulation, after stopping applying the neurostimulation, monitoring a signal for decay to a baseline, after monitoring the signal for decay to the baseline, resuming the neurostimulation, and, after resuming the neurostimulation, monitoring the signal to detect movement of the neurostimulator. 
     Monitoring the signal after resuming the neurostimulation may comprise monitoring a change in direction of the signal. The change in a favorable direction may confirm engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the favorable direction, and titrating the neurostimulator. The change in an unfavorable direction may confirm non-engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the unfavorable direction, and assessing a location of the neurostimulator. Assessing the location of the neurostimulator may comprise fluoroscopy. The method may further comprise using a different electrode of the neurostimulator. The method may further comprise moving the neurostimulator. Monitoring the signal after resuming the neurostimulation may comprise monitoring a change in magnitude of the signal. 
     The change greater than a threshold value may confirm engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the favorable direction, and titrating the neurostimulator. The change less than a threshold value may confirm non-engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the unfavorable direction, and assessing a location of the neurostimulator. Assessing the location of the neurostimulator may comprise fluoroscopy. The method may further comprise using a different electrode of the neurostimulator. The method may further comprise moving the neurostimulator. 
     Stopping applying the neurostimulation may comprise reducing the stimulation to a sub-threshold level. Stopping applying the neurostimulation is when the subject is at steady state. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation is once per day. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be while the subject is at night. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be while the subject is asleep. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be intermittently during a day at prescribed time intervals. 
     In some examples, a method of monitoring effects of neurostimulation applied to a subject using a neurostimulator for movement of the neurostimulator comprises applying neurostimulation including a parameter at a first value, modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation to a second value different than the first value and continuing applying the neurostimulation, after modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation, monitoring a signal, after monitoring the signal, resuming the neurostimulation including the parameter at the first value, and, after resuming the neurostimulation including the parameter at the first value, monitoring the signal to detect movement of the neurostimulator. 
     The parameter may comprise amplitude. The parameter may comprise pulse width. The parameter may comprise frequency. The parameter may comprise duty cycle. The parameter may comprise waveform. The first value may be less than the second value. The first value may be greater than the second value. 
     Monitoring the signal after resuming the neurostimulation including the parameter at the first value may comprise monitoring a change in direction of the signal. The change in a favorable direction may confirm engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the favorable direction, and titrating the neurostimulator. The change in an unfavorable direction may confirm non-engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the unfavorable direction, and assessing a location of the neurostimulator. Assessing the location of the neurostimulator may comprise fluoroscopy. The method may further comprise using a different electrode of the neurostimulator. The method may further comprise moving the neurostimulator. 
     Monitoring the signal after resuming the neurostimulation may comprise monitoring a change in magnitude of the signal. The change greater than a threshold value may confirm engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the favorable direction, and titrating the neurostimulator. The change less than a threshold value may confirm non-engagement of a nerve. The method may comprise detecting the change in the unfavorable direction, and assessing a location of the neurostimulator. Assessing the location of the neurostimulator may comprise fluoroscopy. The method may further comprise using a different electrode of the neurostimulator. The method may further comprise moving the neurostimulator. 
     Stopping applying the neurostimulation may comprise reducing the stimulation to a sub-threshold level. Stopping applying the neurostimulation may be when the subject is at steady state. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be once per day. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be while the subject is at night. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation may be while the subject is asleep. Stopping applying the neurostimulation or modifying the parameter of the neurostimulation is intermittently during a day at prescribed time intervals. 
     In some examples, a catheter system comprises a distal portion configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion comprises an expandable structure and a plurality of electrode assemblies. The expandable structure has a compressed state and an expanded state. The expandable structure comprises a plurality of intertwined wires. 
     Each wire of the plurality of intertwined wires may be bent at a distal end of the expandable structure intertwined towards a proximal end of the expandable structure. The plurality of intertwined wires may be woven. End portions of the plurality of intertwined wires on each side of the bends may be positioned in side-by-side pairs parallel to the longitudinal axis. The system may further comprise polymer tubing covering at least a portion of each pair of side-by-side wires. One end portion of each pair of side-by-side wires may be truncated distal to a proximal end of the expandable structure. An other end portion of each pair of side-by-side wires may extend radially inwardly to a proximal hub system to form a plurality of spokes. 
     The proximal hub system may comprise an outer band, an inner band radially inward of the outer band, and an adapter including a first longitudinal segment radially inward of the outer band and a second longitudinal segment radially inward of the inner band. The other end portions of the wires may be radially inward of the inner band. The adapter may comprise a plurality of radial protrusions and a plurality of channels. The other end portions of the wires may be respectively positioned in the plurality of channels (e.g., one wire end portion in each channel). At least one of the inner band and the outer band may comprise a radiopaque material. 
     The system may further comprise an outer sheath and an inner member radially inward of the outer sheath. The hub system may be coupled to the inner member. The outer sheath may be configured to maintain the expandable structure in a compressed state. The expandable structure may be configured to expand from the compressed state towards the expanded state upon relative longitudinal movement of the outer sheath proximally to the inner member. The expandable structure may be configured to compress towards the compressed state upon relative longitudinal movement of the outer sheath distally to the inner member. 
     The inner member may comprise a first port and a second port proximal to the first port. The first port may be circumferentially offset relative to the second port. The inner member may comprise radiopaque marker proximate to the first port. The inner member may comprise radiopaque marker proximate to the second port. 
     The expandable structure may have a first longitudinal segment and a second longitudinal segment. At least one property of the first longitudinal segment may be different than the property of the second longitudinal segment. The property may comprise braid angle. The property may comprise radial force. 
     Each of the plurality of electrode assemblies may comprise a first insulating layer, a second insulating layer, a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer, and a plurality of conductors between the first insulating layer and the plurality of electrodes. Each of the plurality of conductors electrically may be connected to one of the plurality of electrodes. 
     In some examples, an electrode assembly comprises, or alternatively consists essentially of, a first insulating layer, a second insulating layer, a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer, and a plurality of conductors between the first insulating layer and the plurality of electrodes. Each of the plurality of conductors electrically may be connected to one of the plurality of electrodes. 
     The first insulating layer may comprise a longitudinal channel. The first insulating layer may comprise a tube comprising a lumen. The lumen of the tube may be in fluid communication with the channel. The first insulating layer may comprise an aperture into a side of the tube. The aperture may be at a proximal end of the channel. The plurality of conductors may extend through the lumen of the tube. Pairs of the plurality of wires may extend into proximal ends of the lumens of the tubes of the plurality of electrode assemblies. The proximal ends may be longitudinally offset. The plurality of electrode assemblies may form a rectangle. The proximal ends may be increasingly longitudinally offset so that the plurality of electrode assemblies forms a parallelogram. The system may further comprise a nose distal to the expandable member. The nose may comprise a cone. The nose may comprise a distal segment comprising a plurality of protrusions at least partially defining a plurality of channels, and a proximal segment free of protrusions. 
     The plurality of conductors may extend through the channel. The first insulating layer may comprise a plurality of apertures. Pairs of the plurality of wires may extend into the channel through the apertures. The plurality of apertures may be on an inner surface of the first insulating layer. The plurality of apertures may be on side surfaces of the first insulating layer. 
     A first longitudinal segment of each of the electrode assemblies proximal to the plurality of apertures may be coupled to the expandable structure. A second longitudinal segment of each of the electrode assemblies distal to the plurality of apertures may be movable relative to the expandable structure. 
     The first longitudinal segment may comprise at least one electrode. The second longitudinal segment may comprise at least one electrode. The first longitudinal segment may comprise a plurality of electrodes. The second longitudinal segment may comprise a plurality of electrodes. 
     An inner surface the first insulating layer may comprise a plurality of apertures. Pairs of the plurality of wires nay extend into the channel through one of the apertures. Each aperture of the plurality of apertures may be longitudinally spaced from an adjacent aperture of the plurality of apertures. 
     The plurality of apertures may comprise a proximal aperture and a distal aperture. A first pair of the plurality of wires may extend into the proximal aperture of a first electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies. A second pair of the plurality of wires may extend into the distal aperture of a second electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies. The first electrode assembly may be circumferentially adjacent to the second electrode assembly. A third pair of the plurality of wires may extend into the proximal aperture of a third electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies. A fourth pair of the plurality of wires may extend into the distal aperture of a fourth electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies. The second electrode assembly may be circumferentially adjacent to the third electrode assembly. The third electrode assembly may be circumferentially adjacent to the fourth electrode assembly. The plurality of electrode assemblies may circumferentially nest when the expandable structure is in the compressed state. 
     The first insulating layer may comprise a plurality of longitudinally spaced recesses. The plurality of electrodes may be positioned in the plurality of longitudinally spaced recesses. 
     The second insulating layer may comprise a longitudinal channel. The second insulating layer may comprise a plurality of longitudinally spaced recesses. The plurality of electrodes may be positioned in the plurality of longitudinally spaced recesses. 
     At least one of the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may comprise a beveled surface (e.g., rounded, tapered, etc.). The first insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. The second insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. 
     At least one of the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer has a shore hardness between 55D and 63D. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer have a collective thickness between 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm) and 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm). 
     At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be proud over the second insulating layer. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be recessed in over the second insulating layer. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be flat. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be domed. The at least one domed electrode may be hollow. The at least one domed electrode may be solid. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a first tab coupled to a conductor. The first tab may be vertically offset. 
     The first tab may be vertically offset away from an active surface of the electrode. The first tab may have a thickness that is between ¼ and ¾ a thickness of the at least one electrode. The first tab may comprise a distal tab. The conductor may be coupled to the first tab on a side opposite an active surface of the electrode. 
     At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a second tab interlocked with the second insulating layer. The second tab may comprise an aperture. The second tab may be vertically offset. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be part of an electrode subassembly comprising the at least one electrode and an insulator. The at least one electrode may be proud over the insulator. The at least one electrode may be recessed in the insulator. 
     Each of the plurality of electrode assemblies may comprise a distal tab. Each of the plurality of electrode assemblies may comprise a proximal tab. 
     At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise an obround shape comprising a first semicircular portion, a second semicircular portion, and a rectangular portion longitudinally between the first semicircular portion and the second semicircular portion. A ratio of a length of the rectangular portion to a diameter of the first and second semicircular portions may be between 1:3 and 3:1. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise an oval shape. 
     The plurality of electrodes may be on a first side of a plane intersecting a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure. The system may further comprise a radiopaque marker on a second side of the plane. 
     In some examples, a housing for a filter assembly comprises a plurality of electrode pads having at least one of color coding and labeling. The plurality of electrode pads are configured to be attached to a plurality of leads having at least one of the same color coding or the same labeling. 
     The housing may further comprise indicia to indicate where the plurality of electrode pads would be positioned on a subject. The housing may further comprise a plurality of inputs configured to be coupled to ECG leads. The housing may further comprise a connector port configured to be coupled to a plurality of ECG leads. The housing may further comprise a plurality of integral ECG leads. 
     In some examples, a method of manufacturing an electrode assembly comprises positioning a plurality of electrodes between a first insulating layer and a second insulating layer and coupling the first insulating layer to the second insulating layer. 
     The first insulating layer may comprise a channel. One conductor of a plurality of conductors may extend from each electrode of the plurality of electrodes through the channel. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a tab. The method may comprise coupling the one conductor to the tab. The tab may comprise a distal tab. Coupling the one conductor to the tab may comprise coupling the one conductor to a side of the tab opposite an active electrode surface. The channel may comprise a sealed distal end. The method may comprise occluding a proximal end of the channel. The method may comprise filling the channel with adhesive. 
     In some examples, a method of manufacturing an electrode assembly comprises coupling a conductor to a first side of a tab of an electrode and positioning the electrode between a first insulating layer and a second insulating layer. The first insulating layer comprises a channel. The conductor extends through the channel. The electrode comprises a second side exposed through the second insulating layer. 
     The tab may be on a distal side of the electrode. The first insulating layer may comprise an electrode recess. Positioning the electrode may comprise putting the electrode in the recess. The second insulating layer may comprise an electrode recess. Positioning the electrode may comprise putting the electrode in the recess. The first insulating layer may comprise a tube in fluid communication with the channel. The method may comprise extending the conductor through a proximal portion of the tube. The channel may comprise a sealed distal end. The method may comprise occluding a proximal end of the channel. The method may comprise filling the channel with adhesive. 
     The methods summarized above and set forth in further detail below describe certain actions taken by a practitioner; however, it should be understood that they can also include the instruction of those actions by another party. Thus, actions such as “positioning an electrode” include “instructing positioning of an electrode.” 
     For purposes of summarizing the invention and the advantages that may be achieved, certain objects and advantages are described herein. Not necessarily all such objects or advantages need to be achieved in accordance with any particular example. In some examples, the invention may be embodied or carried out in a manner that can achieve or optimize one advantage or a group of advantages without necessarily achieving other objects or advantages. 
     The examples disclosed herein are intended to be within the scope of the invention herein disclosed. These and other examples will be apparent from the following detailed description having reference to the attached figures, the invention not being limited to any particular disclosed example(s). Optional and/or preferred features described with reference to some examples may be combined with and incorporated into other examples. All references cited herein, including patents and patent applications, are incorporated by reference in their entirety. 
     In some embodiments, a partially woven expandable member for supporting an electrode array, the expandable member being self-expanding between a compressed state and an expanded state, comprises or consist essentially of a proximal end, a distal end, a longitudinal axis, a distal segment, and a proximal segment. The distal segment comprises or alternatively consists essentially of a plurality of wires. Each wire of the plurality of wires has a bend including a wire segment on each side of the bend. The bends define or at least partially define the distal end of the expandable member. The wire segments are woven from the distal end of the expandable member towards the proximal end of the expandable member. The proximal segment is proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment comprises the plurality of wires. The plurality of wires extend parallel to the longitudinal axis. Half of the wires of the plurality of wires are truncated distal to the proximal end of the expandable member and an other half of the wires of the plurality of wires define the proximal end of the expandable member. The other half of the wires of the plurality of wires bend towards the longitudinal axis to form spokes and bend parallel to the longitudinal axis for attachment to an elongate member. 
     The distal segment may comprise a first portion having a braid property and a second portion having a second braid property different than the first braid property. The first braid property may comprise braid angle and the second braid property may comprise braid angle. The second braid angle may be greater than the first braid angle. The distal segment may have a consistent braid angle. End portions of the plurality of wires in the proximal segment may be positioned in side-by-side pairs parallel to the longitudinal axis. The system may further comprise polymer tubing covering at least a portion of each pair of side-by-side wires. One end portion of each pair of side-by-side wires may be truncated distal to a proximal end of the expandable member. An other end portion of each pair of side-by-side wires may extend radially inwardly to a proximal hub system to form the spokes. The spokes may be perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. 
     In some embodiments, a catheter system comprises a distal portion configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion may comprise the partially woven expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies. 
     The other half of the wires of the plurality of wires may extend to a proximal hub system. The proximal hub system may comprise or consist essentially of an outer band, an inner band radially inward of the outer band, and an adapter including a first longitudinal segment radially inward of the outer band and a second longitudinal segment radially inward of the inner band. The other end portions of the wires may be radially inward of the inner band. The proximal hub system may comprise or consist essentially of a metal outer band, a polymer adapter inward of the outer band, and a metal inner band. The polymer adapter may comprise a distal segment and a proximal segment proximal to the distal segment of the polymer adapter. The distal segment may comprise a plurality of radial protrusions. A channel between pairs of radial protrusions of the plurality of radial protrusions may be configured to accept one wire of the other half of the wires of the plurality of wires. The proximal segment of the polymer adapter may be free of radial protrusions. A central lumen may extend through the distal segment of the polymer adapter and the proximal segment of the polymer adapter. The metal inner band may be around the proximal segment of the polymer adapter and inside the outer band. An arcuate space may be between the inner band and the proximal segment of the polymer adapter. The arcuate space may be configured to accept the other half of the wires of the plurality of wires. At least one of the inner band or the outer band may be radiopaque. 
     The system may further comprise an outer sheath and an inner member radially inward of the outer sheath. The hub system may be coupled to the inner member. The outer sheath may be configured to maintain the expandable member in a compressed state. The expandable member may be configured to expand from the compressed state towards the expanded state upon relative longitudinal movement of the outer sheath proximally to the inner member. The expandable member may be configured to compress towards the compressed state upon relative longitudinal movement of the outer sheath distally to the inner member. 
     The inner member may comprise an elongate tube comprising a sidewall around a lumen, a first radiopaque marker, a second radiopaque marker distal to the first radiopaque marker, a first port through the sidewall, the first port proximate to the first radiopaque marker, and a second port through the sidewall. The second port may be distal to the first port. The second port may be proximate to the second radiopaque marker. The second port may be circumferentially spaced from the first port. The system may comprise a first pressure sensor in fluid communication with the first port, and a second pressure sensor in fluid communication with the second port. 
     Each of the plurality of electrode assemblies may comprise a first insulating layer, a second insulating layer, a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer, and a plurality of conductors between the first insulating layer and the plurality of electrodes. Each of the plurality of conductors may be electrically connected to one of the plurality of electrodes. The first insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. The second insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. At least one of the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may have a shore hardness between 55D and 63D. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may have a collective thickness between 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm) and 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm). At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be recessed in the second insulating layer. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may be flat. At least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a distal tab coupled to a conductor on a side opposite an active surface of the electrode. At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise an obround shape comprising a first semicircular portion, a second semicircular portion, and a rectangular portion longitudinally between the first semicircular portion and the second semicircular portion. A ratio of a length of the rectangular portion to a diameter of the first and second semicircular portions may be between 1:3 and 3:1. 
     The plurality of electrodes may be on a first side of a plane intersecting the longitudinal axis of the expandable member. The system may further comprise a radiopaque marker on a second side of the plane. 
     Each of the plurality of electrode assemblies may comprise a first insulating layer comprising a tube having an open proximal end and an open distal end, a second insulating layer coupled to the first insulating layer, and a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may form a channel in fluid communication with the tube. The channel may have a closed proximal end and/or a closed distal end. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes may have an obround shape. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a proximal tab and/or a distal tab. A plurality of conductors may be in the channel. Each conductor of the plurality of conductors may be electrically connected to an inner side of the distal tab of one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. 
     The plurality of electrode assemblies may circumferentially nest when the expandable member is in the compressed state. The plurality of electrode assemblies may be alternatingly longitudinally offset when the expandable member is in the compressed state. The plurality of electrode assemblies may be shaped like a parallelogram when the expandable member is in the compressed state. 
     In some embodiments, a partially woven expandable member for supporting an electrode array, the expandable member being self-expanding between a compressed state and an expanded state, comprises or consist essentially of a proximal end, a distal end, a longitudinal axis, a distal segment, and a proximal segment. The distal segment comprises or alternatively consists essentially of a plurality of wires. Each wire of the plurality of wires has a bend including a wire segment on each side of the bend. The bends define or at least partially define the distal end of the expandable member. The wire segments are woven from the distal end of the expandable member towards the proximal end of the expandable member. The proximal segment is proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment comprises the plurality of wires. The plurality of wires extend parallel to the longitudinal axis. At least some wires of the plurality of wires bend towards the longitudinal axis to form spokes and bend parallel to the longitudinal axis for attachment to an elongate member. 
     In some embodiments, a partially woven expandable member for supporting an electrode array, the expandable member being self-expanding between a compressed state and an expanded state, comprises or consist essentially of a proximal end, a distal end, a longitudinal axis, a distal segment, and a proximal segment. The distal segment comprises or alternatively consists essentially of a plurality of wires. Each wire of the plurality of wires has a bend including a wire segment on each side of the bend. The bends define or at least partially define the distal end of the expandable member. The wire segments are woven from the distal end of the expandable member towards the proximal end of the expandable member. The proximal segment is proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment comprises the plurality of wires. The plurality of wires extend parallel to the longitudinal axis. 
     In some embodiments, an electrode assembly configured to be coupled to an expandable structure and to apply electrical neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of a first insulating layer comprising a tube having an open proximal end and an open distal end, a second insulating layer coupled to the first insulating layer, and a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer form a channel in fluid communication with the tube. The channel has a closed proximal end and a closed distal end. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes has an obround shape. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes comprises a proximal tab and a distal tab. A plurality of conductors is in the channel. Each conductor of the plurality of conductors is electrically connected to an inner side of the distal tab of one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. 
     The first insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. The second insulating layer may comprise the beveled surface. At least one of the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may have a shore hardness between 55D and 63D. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer may have a collective thickness between 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm) and 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm). At least one electrode of the plurality of electrodes may comprise a distal tab coupled to a conductor on a side opposite an active surface of the electrode. 
     At least one of the plurality of electrodes may comprise an obround shape comprising a first semicircular portion, a second semicircular portion, and a rectangular portion longitudinally between the first semicircular portion and the second semicircular portion. A ratio of a length of the rectangular portion to a diameter of the first and second semicircular portions may be between 1:3 and 3:1. 
     In some embodiments, an electrode assembly configured to be coupled to an expandable structure and to apply electrical neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of a first insulating layer comprising a tube having an open proximal end and an open distal end, a second insulating layer coupled to the first insulating layer, and a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer form a channel in fluid communication with the tube. The channel has a closed proximal end and/or a closed distal end. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes has an obround shape. Each electrode of the plurality of electrodes comprises a proximal tab and a distal tab. A plurality of conductors is in the channel. Each conductor of the plurality of conductors is electrically connected to an inner side of the distal tab of one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. 
     In some embodiments, an electrode assembly configured to be coupled to an expandable structure and to apply electrical neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of a first insulating layer comprising a tube having an open proximal end and an open distal end, a second insulating layer coupled to the first insulating layer, and a plurality of electrodes between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer. The first insulating layer and the second insulating layer form a channel in fluid communication with the tube. A plurality of conductors is in the channel. Each conductor of the plurality of conductors is electrically connected to one electrode of the plurality of electrodes. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation through an anatomical vessel comprises or consists essentially of an outer sheath, an elongate inner member in the outer sheath and movable relative to the outer sheath, an expandable member coupled to the distal end of the inner member and in the outer sheath, and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. The inner lumen has a distal end. The expandable member is self-expanding upon from a compressed state in the outer sheath to an expanded state out of the outer sheath. The expandable member has a longitudinal axis. The expandable member comprises a distal portion comprising a plurality of wires woven together to form a plurality of cells, and a proximal portion proximal to the distal portion. The proximal portion comprises the plurality of wires extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies is coupled to two said wires extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies comprises a plurality of longitudinally-spaced electrodes facing away from the expandable member. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation through an anatomical vessel comprises or consists essentially of an outer sheath, an elongate inner member in the outer sheath and movable relative to the outer sheath, an expandable member coupled to the distal end of the inner member, and a plurality of electrode assemblies circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. The expandable member is self-expanding upon from a compressed state in the outer sheath to an expanded state out of the outer sheath. The expandable member comprises a distal portion comprising a plurality of wires woven together to form a plurality of cells, and a proximal portion proximal to the distal portion. The proximal portion comprises the plurality of wires extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies is coupled to said wires extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies comprises a plurality electrodes. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation through an anatomical vessel comprises or consists essentially of an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. The expandable member comprises a distal portion comprising a plurality of wires woven together to form a plurality of cells, and a proximal portion comprising the plurality of wires extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of an outer sheath, an elongate inner member in the outer sheath and movable relative to the outer sheath, an expandable member coupled to the inner member, and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. The expandable member is self-expanding upon from a compressed state in the outer sheath to an expanded state out of the outer sheath. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies has a proximal end and a distal end. The plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape wherein a proximal end of each electrode assembly is distal to the proximal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly and wherein a distal end of each electrode assembly is distal to the distal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. Each electrode assembly of the plurality of electrode assemblies has a proximal end and a distal end. The plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape wherein a proximal end of each electrode assembly is distal to the proximal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly and wherein a distal end of each electrode assembly is distal to the distal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly. 
     In some embodiments, a system for application of neurostimulation comprises or consists essentially of an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member. The plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape. 
     In some embodiments, a method of deploying a system for application of neurostimulation in which the system comprises an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member, and in which the plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape including a distal-most electrode, comprises or consists essentially of rotationally aligning the distal-most electrode with a superior aspect of a right pulmonary artery, longitudinally aligning the distal-most electrode with a trachea carina or a left margin of a trachea, and after rotationally aligning the distal-most electrode, rotating the expandable member. 
     In some embodiments, a method of deploying a system for application of neurostimulation in which the system comprises an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member, and in which the plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape including a distal-most electrode, comprises or consists essentially of rotationally aligning the distal-most electrode with a superior aspect of a right pulmonary artery or longitudinally aligning the distal-most electrode with a trachea carina or a left margin of a trachea. 
     In some embodiments, a method of deploying a system for application of neurostimulation in which the system comprises an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member, and in which the plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape including a distal-most electrode, comprises or consists essentially of rotationally aligning the distal-most electrode with a superior aspect of a right pulmonary artery. 
     In some embodiments, a method of deploying a system for application of neurostimulation in which the system comprises an expandable member and a plurality of electrode assemblies outward of the expandable member and circumferentially spaced around the expandable member, and in which the plurality of electrode assemblies form a parallelogram shape including a distal-most electrode, comprises or consists essentially of rotationally longitudinally aligning the distal-most electrode with a trachea carina or a left margin of a trachea. 
     In some embodiments, a hub system for coupling a plurality of filaments to an elongate member comprises or consists essentially of a metal outer band, and a polymer adapter inward of the outer band. The polymer adapter comprises a distal segment comprising a plurality of radial protrusions, and a proximal segment proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment is free of radial protrusions. A channel between pairs of radial protrusions of the plurality of radial protrusions is configured to accept a filament of the plurality of filaments. A central lumen extends through the distal segment and the proximal segment. The hub system further comprises a metal inner band around the proximal segment and inside the outer band. An arcuate space is between the inner band and the proximal segment and is configured to accept the plurality of filaments. At least one of the inner band or the outer band is radiopaque. 
     In some embodiments, a hub system for coupling a plurality of filaments to an elongate member comprises or consists essentially of an outer band, and an adapter inward of the outer band. The adapter comprises a distal segment comprising a plurality of radial protrusions, and a proximal segment proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment is free of radial protrusions. A channel between pairs of radial protrusions of the plurality of radial protrusions is configured to accept a filament of the plurality of filaments. The hub system further comprises an inner band around the proximal segment and inside the outer band. An arcuate space is between the inner band and the proximal segment and is configured to accept the plurality of filaments. 
     In some embodiments, a hub system for coupling a plurality of filaments to an elongate member comprises or consists essentially of an adapter comprising a distal segment comprising a plurality of radial protrusions, and a proximal segment proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment is free of radial protrusions. A channel between pairs of radial protrusions of the plurality of radial protrusions is configured to accept a filament of the plurality of filaments. The hub system further comprises an inner band around the proximal segment and inside the outer band. A space is between the inner band and the proximal segment and is configured to accept the plurality of filaments. 
     In some embodiments, a hub system for coupling a plurality of filaments to an elongate member comprises or consists essentially of an outer band, and an adapter inward of the outer band. The adapter comprises a distal segment comprising a plurality of radial protrusions, and a proximal segment proximal to the distal segment. The proximal segment is free of radial protrusions. A channel between pairs of radial protrusions of the plurality of radial protrusions is configured to accept a filament of the plurality of filaments. 
     In some embodiments, a catheter for measuring pressure of a body cavity comprises or consists essentially of an outer sheath and an inner member in the outer sheath and movable relative to the outer sheath until a segment of the inner member is out of the outer sheath. The inner member comprises an elongate tube comprising a sidewall around a lumen, a first radiopaque marker, a second radiopaque marker distal to the first radiopaque marker, a first port through the sidewall, and a second port through the sidewall. The first port is proximate to the first radiopaque marker. The second port is distal to the first port. The second port is proximate to the second radiopaque marker. The second port is circumferentially spaced from the first port. The catheter further comprises a first pressure sensor in fluid communication with the first port, and a second pressure sensor in fluid communication with the second port. 
     In some embodiments, a catheter for measuring pressure of a body cavity comprises or consists essentially of elongate tube comprising a first port through the sidewall, and a second port through the sidewall. The second port is distal to the first port. The second port is circumferentially spaced from the first port. The catheter further comprises a first pressure sensor in fluid communication with the first port, and a second pressure sensor in fluid communication with the second port. 
     In some embodiments, a housing for a filter assembly configured to affect an ECG signal comprises or consists essentially of a plurality of electrode pads configured to be coupled to a plurality of ECG leads, and a plurality of ECG lead inputs configured to be coupled to ECG leads coupled to electrode pads on the subject. The plurality of electrode pads are color coded and labeled with at least one of numerical or letter indicia. The plurality of electrodes are in positions mimicking positions of electrode pads on a chest and a periphery of a subject. The plurality of electrode pads may comprise at least ten electrode pads. The plurality of electrode pads may comprise at least six electrode pads. The plurality of electrode pads may comprise at least four electrode pads. 
    
    
     
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         FIG.  1    schematically illustrates a system that can be used to apply electrical neuromodulation to one or more nerves in and around the heart of a subject. 
         FIG.  2 A  schematically illustrates a heart and surrounding areas. 
         FIGS.  2 B- 2 D  are schematic illustrations of a heart and surrounding areas from various perspectives. 
         FIGS.  2 E and  2 F  are schematic illustrations of a heart and surrounding nerves. 
         FIGS.  2 G and  2 H  are schematic illustrations of vasculature and an electrode matrix. 
         FIG.  2 I  is a schematic illustration of heart vasculature and surrounding nerves. 
         FIG.  2 J  is a schematic illustration of vasculature and surrounding nerves. 
         FIG.  2 K  is another schematic illustration of a heart and surrounding nerves. 
         FIG.  2 L  illustrates an example stimulation device. 
         FIG.  3 A  is a side perspective and partial cross-sectional view of an example of a catheter. 
         FIG.  3 B  is a distal end view of the catheter of  FIG.  3 A  as viewed along line  3 B- 3 B in  FIG.  3 A . 
         FIG.  4 A  is a side perspective and partial cross-sectional view of another example of a catheter. 
         FIG.  4 B  is a distal end view of the catheter of  FIG.  4 A  as viewed along line  4 B- 4 B in  FIG.  4 A . 
         FIG.  4 C  is a side perspective view of an example of a portion of a catheter. 
         FIGS.  5  and  6    illustrate examples of catheters. 
         FIGS.  7 A and  7 B  illustrate examples of a pulmonary artery catheter that can be used with the catheters according to the present disclosure. 
         FIGS.  8 A and  8 B  illustrate examples of catheters. 
         FIG.  8 C  illustrates the catheter of  FIG.  8 A  positioned within the main pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  8 D  illustrates the catheter of  FIG.  8 B  positioned within the main pulmonary artery. 
         FIGS.  9  and  10    illustrate additional examples of catheters. 
         FIG.  11    illustrates an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  12 A- 12 D  illustrate various examples of catheters. 
         FIG.  13    is a perspective view of a catheter positioned in a heart of a patient. 
         FIGS.  14 A,  14 B,  15 A,  15 B,  16  and  17    illustrate examples of catheters. 
         FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  are side partial cross-sectional and perspective views of an example catheter that is suitable for performing the methods of the present disclosure. 
         FIG.  18 D  illustrates the catheter of  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  positioned in the right pulmonary artery of a heart. 
         FIG.  19    is partial cross-sectional and perspective view of an example catheter positioned in a heart of a patient. 
         FIG.  20    is a side partial cross-sectional and perspective view of an example first catheter and an example second catheter that are suitable for performing the methods of the present disclosure. 
         FIG.  21    illustrates an example of a stimulation system for use with the catheters or catheter systems of the present disclosure. 
         FIG.  22 A  is a perspective view of an example of a portion of a catheter. 
         FIG.  22 B  is a side elevational view of the portion of  FIG.  22 A . 
         FIG.  22 C  is a distal end view of the portion of  FIG.  22 A . 
         FIG.  22 D  is a proximal end view of the portion of  FIG.  22 A . 
         FIGS.  22 E- 22 G  are side partial cross-sectional views of an example of a catheter including the portion of  FIG.  22 A . 
         FIGS.  22 H- 22 L  are side elevational and partial cross-sectional views of examples of catheter deployment systems. 
         FIG.  22 M  illustrates an example part of the portion of  FIG.  22 A . 
         FIG.  23 A  is a perspective view of an example segment of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 B  is a transverse cross-sectional view of an example of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 C  is a transverse cross-sectional view of an example of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 D  is a transverse cross-sectional view of another example of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 E  is a transverse cross-sectional view of yet another example of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 F  is a transverse cross-sectional view of still another example of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 G  is a top partial cross-sectional view of an example segment of a strut. 
         FIG.  23 H  illustrates an example of a strut system. 
         FIG.  23 I  shows an example in which a distance between a first strut and a second strut is less than a distance a between a third strut and the second strut. 
         FIG.  23 J  shows an example in which a distance between a first strut and a second strut is substantially the same as a distance a between a third strut and the second strut. 
         FIG.  23 K  illustrates an example of an electrode on wire system. 
         FIG.  23 L  is a cross-sectional view of an electrode spaced from a vessel wall. 
         FIG.  23 M  shows an example electrode matrix. 
         FIGS.  23 Ni - 23 Nix illustrate an example method of manufacturing components on a substrate. 
         FIG.  24 A  illustrates an example of a fixation system. 
         FIGS.  24 B and  24 C  illustrate the fixation system of  FIG.  24 A  interacting with a catheter. 
         FIG.  25 A  is a perspective view of another example of a fixation system. 
         FIG.  25 B  is a side elevational view of the fixation system of  FIG.  25 A . 
         FIG.  25 C  is an end view of the fixation system of  FIG.  25 A . 
         FIGS.  25 D and  25 E  illustrate the fixation system of  FIG.  25 A  interacting with a catheter. 
         FIG.  25 F  illustrates an example of a catheter comprising a shaped lumen. 
         FIGS.  25 G- 25 J  illustrate an example deployment out of the lumen of the catheter of  FIG.  25 F . 
         FIG.  26 A  is a side elevational view of an example of a catheter system  2600 . 
         FIGS.  26 B- 26 H  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system  2600  of  FIG.  26 A . 
         FIG.  27 A  is a perspective view of another example of a fixation system. 
         FIG.  27 B  is an elevational view of a portion of the fixation system of  FIG.  27 A . 
         FIGS.  27 C- 27 F  illustrate the fixation system of  FIG.  27 A  being retracted after engagement with tissue. 
         FIG.  27 G  is a perspective view of yet another example of a fixation system. 
         FIG.  27 H  is a side view of the fixation system of  FIG.  27 G . 
         FIG.  27 I  is a side view of still another example of a fixation system. 
         FIG.  28 A  is a side view of an example of a fixation system. 
         FIG.  28 B  is an expanded view of the dashed circle  28 B in  FIG.  28 A . 
         FIG.  28 C  is an expanded view of the dotted square  28 C in  FIG.  28 A . 
         FIG.  28 D  shows an example of a radiopaque marker coupled to a proximal fixation mechanism. 
         FIG.  28 E  shows an example of a hole in a proximal fixation mechanism. 
         FIG.  28 F  is a flattened view of an example of a hypotube cut pattern. 
         FIG.  28 G  is an expanded view of the dashed square  28 G in  FIG.  28 F . 
         FIG.  28 H  is a side view of the strut of  FIG.  28 G . 
         FIG.  28 I  is a side view of a proximal fixation mechanism being bent radially outward. 
         FIG.  28 J  is a side view of a proximal fixation mechanism being bent radially outward and a strut being bent at a bend point. 
         FIG.  28 K  is a side view of a strut being bent at a bend point. 
         FIGS.  28 L- 28 O  show proximal fixation mechanisms rotating inwardly during retrieval into a catheter. 
         FIG.  29 A  illustrates an example of a catheter system. 
         FIGS.  29 B- 29 F  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system of  FIG.  29 A . 
         FIG.  29 G  illustrates an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  29 H  illustrates another example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  29 I  illustrates yet another example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  29 J  illustrates still another example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  29 K  illustrates yet still another example of a catheter system. 
         FIGS.  29 L- 29 N  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system of  FIG.  29 K . 
         FIG.  30 A  is a perspective view of an example of an electrode system. 
         FIG.  30 B  is a top plan view of a portion of the electrode system of  FIG.  30 A . 
         FIG.  30 C  is a perspective view of another example of an electrode system. 
         FIG.  30 D  is a distal end view of the electrode system of  FIG.  30 C  in a collapsed state. 
         FIG.  30 E  is a distal end view of the electrode system of  FIG.  30 C  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  30 F  is a plan view of yet another example of an electrode system. 
         FIG.  30 G  is a distal end view of the electrode system of  FIG.  30 F . 
         FIGS.  31 A and  31 B  show example electrode combinations for nine electrodes in a 3×3 matrix. 
         FIGS.  31 Ci - 31 Cxi illustrate an example method of setting a stimulation vector. 
         FIGS.  32 A- 32 D  show example electrode combinations for twelve electrodes in a 3×4 matrix. 
         FIG.  33 A  is a plot of contractility versus stimulation. 
         FIG.  33 B  is another plot of contractility versus stimulation. 
         FIG.  34    is an example process flow that can be used to implement a duty cycle method. 
         FIG.  35 A  schematically illustrates a mechanically repositionable electrode catheter system. 
         FIG.  35 B  illustrates the catheter system of  FIG.  35 A  after longitudinal advancement. 
         FIG.  35 C  illustrates the catheter system of  FIG.  35 A  after longitudinal advancement and rotation. 
         FIG.  35 D  is a cross-sectional view taken along the line  35 D- 35 D of  FIG.  35 C . 
         FIG.  36 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  36 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the catheter system of  FIG.  36 A  in a collapsed state. 
         FIG.  36 C  is a side view of a portion of the catheter system of  FIG.  36 A  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  36 D  schematically illustrates a side view of an example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 E  schematically illustrates a side view of another example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 F  schematically illustrates a side view of still another example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 G  schematically illustrates a perspective view of yet another example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 H  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 I  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 J  schematically illustrates still another example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 K  schematically illustrates yet another example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 L  schematically illustrates still yet another example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 M  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 N  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 O  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure pattern. 
         FIG.  36 P  schematically illustrates a side view of an example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  36 Q  is a proximal end view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  36 P . 
         FIG.  37 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  37 B  is a side view of an example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  37 C  is a proximal end view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  37 B . 
         FIG.  37 D  is a perspective view of a wire bent to form a spline pair. 
         FIG.  37 E  is a perspective view of a spline pair comprising electrodes. 
         FIG.  37 F  is an expanded perspective view of the distal end of the spline pair of  FIG.  37 E . 
         FIG.  37 Fi - 37 Fiii illustrate an example of electrical movement of electrodes. 
         FIG.  37 G  is a perspective view of an example of a proximal hub of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  37 H  schematically illustrates a side cross-sectional view of the proximal hub of  FIG.  37 G . 
         FIG.  37 I  is a perspective view of a distal end of the proximal hub of  FIG.  37 G . 
         FIG.  37 J  schematically illustrates a side cross-sectional view of an example of a distal hub of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  37 K  is a side view of an example of a proximal end of the catheter system of  FIG.  37 A . 
         FIG.  37 L  is a side cross-sectional view of the proximal end of  FIG.  37 K . 
         FIGS.  37 Li - 37 Liii show an example method of operating a handle to radially expand an expandable member. 
         FIGS.  37 Li  and  37 Liv show another example method of operating a handle to radially expand an expandable member. 
         FIG.  37 M  is a side cross-sectional view of example components of a handle base. 
         FIG.  37 N  is a perspective view of a proximal end of an example of a catheter shaft assembly and support tube. 
         FIG.  37 O  is a side cross-sectional view of an example connection between a distal end of a catheter shaft assembly and a proximal hub of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  37 P  is a perspective view of an end of an example of a hinge. 
         FIG.  37 Q  is a perspective view of an example handle of a catheter system in an unlocked configuration. 
         FIG.  37 R  schematically illustrates a perspective cross-sectional view of the handle of  FIG.  37 Q  along the line  37 R- 37 R. 
         FIG.  37 S  is a perspective view of an example of a locking member. 
         FIG.  37 T  schematically illustrates an expanded perspective cross-sectional view of the handle of  FIG.  37 Q  in an unlocked configuration in the area of the circle  37 T of  FIG.  37 R . 
         FIG.  37 U  is a perspective view of the handle of  FIG.  37 Q  in a locked configuration. 
         FIG.  37 V  schematically illustrates a perspective cross-sectional view of the handle of  FIG.  37 U  along the line  37 V- 37 V. 
         FIG.  38 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  38 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the catheter system of  FIG.  38 A  in a collapsed state. 
         FIG.  38 C  is a side view of a portion of the catheter system of  FIG.  38 A  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  38 D  is a partial side cross-sectional view of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  38 E  is a partial side cross-sectional view of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  39 A  is a side view of an example of an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  39 B  is an end view of an example of another expandable structure. 
         FIG.  39 C  is an end view of an example of yet another expandable structure. 
         FIG.  39 D  is an end view of an example of still another expandable structure. 
         FIG.  40 A  is a perspective view of an example of a strain relief for a catheter system. 
         FIG.  40 B  is a perspective view of another example of a strain relief for a catheter system. 
         FIG.  41 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  41 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the catheter system of  FIG.  41 A  in a collapsed and deflated state. 
         FIG.  41 C  is a transverse cross-sectional side view of the portion of  FIG.  41 B . 
         FIG.  41 D  is a side view of the portion of  FIG.  41 B  in an inflated state. 
         FIG.  41 E  is a perspective view of the portion of  FIG.  41 B  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  41 F  schematically illustrates an expandable structure expanded in vasculature. 
         FIG.  41 G  schematically illustrates yet another example of an expandable structure expanded in vasculature. 
         FIG.  42 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode structure. 
         FIG.  42 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode structure. 
         FIG.  43 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode. 
         FIG.  43 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode. 
         FIG.  44 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode. 
         FIG.  44 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode. 
         FIG.  45    is a diagram of neurostimulation of a nerve proximate to a vessel wall. 
         FIG.  46 A  is a graph showing the monitoring of left ventricle contractility and right ventricle contractility over time. 
         FIG.  46 B  is another graph showing the monitoring of left ventricle contractility and right ventricle contractility over time. 
         FIG.  47 A  schematically illustrates an example electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 B  is an example of a modified electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 C  is an example of a monitored electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 D  is an example of a modified electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 E  is another example of a modified electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 F  is still another example of a modified electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 G  is yet another example of a modified electrocardiograph. 
         FIG.  47 Hi  schematically illustrates an example system for blanking neurostimulation from an ECG. 
       FIG.  47 Hii schematically illustrates an example method of modifying an ECG waveform. 
       FIG.  47 Hiii schematically illustrates an example ECG waveform uncorrupted by application of neurostimulation. 
         FIG.  47 I  schematically illustrates an example system for filtering noise from an ECG signal. 
         FIG.  47 J  schematically illustrates an example notch filter. 
         FIGS.  47 Ki - 47 Kvii schematically illustrate example effects of filtering noise from an ECG signal. 
         FIG.  47 L  schematically illustrates an example system for matching neurostimulation frequency to ECG monitoring frequency. 
         FIG.  48 A  illustrates insertion of a needle into vasculature. 
         FIG.  48 B  illustrates insertion of an introducer and guidewire into vasculature. 
         FIG.  48 C  illustrates a Swan-Ganz catheter and guidewire positioned in the right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  48 D  illustrates an example catheter system positioned in the right pulmonary artery in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  48 E  illustrates the catheter system of  FIG.  48 D  in a further expanded state. 
         FIG.  48 F  is a side view of a portion of a catheter system inserted into an introducer. 
         FIG.  48 G  is a fluoroscopic image of the catheter system positioned in the right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  48 H  schematically illustrates stimulation of a target nerve by the electrodes of a catheter system positioned in the right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  49 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  49 Ai  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  49 Aii is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  49 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  49 C  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  49 Ci  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  49 Cii is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  49 D  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  50 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  50 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  50 C  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  51 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  51 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in a collapsed state. 
         FIG.  51 C  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  51 D  is a cross-sectional view of an example catheter for containing an expandable structure in a collapsed state. 
         FIGS.  51 Ei- 51 Ev  illustrate an example method of retrieving an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  51 Fi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  51 Fii is a side view of the example expandable structure of  FIG.  51 Fi . 
         FIG.  52 Ai  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Aii is a side view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ai  in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Aiii is an end view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ai  in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Aiv illustrates the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ai  positioned in a right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  52 Bi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Bii is an end view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Bi  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  52 Ci  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Cii is a side view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ci  in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Ciii illustrates the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ci  positioned in a right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  52 Di  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Dii is a side view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Di  in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  52 Diii is an end view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Di  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  52 E  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in an expanded and advanced state. 
         FIGS.  52 Fi  and  52 Fii illustrate an example method of using the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 E . 
         FIG.  52 Gi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure in a collapsed state. 
       FIG.  52 Gii is a perspective view of the example expandable structure of FIG.  52 Fii in an expanded state. 
       FIGS.  52 Giii- 52 Gv illustrate an example method of using the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Gi . 
       FIG.  52 Gvi illustrates an example method of using a version of the expandable structure  5260  comprising an electrode spline. 
         FIG.  53 A  is a perspective view of an example electrode assembly. 
         FIG.  53 B  is a scanning electron microscope image of an electrode area in the circle  53 B of  FIG.  53 A  at 3,560× magnification. 
         FIGS.  53 Ci - 53 Ciii- 2  schematically illustrate an example method of manufacturing an electrode assembly such as the electrode assembly of  FIG.  53 A . 
         FIGS.  53 Di  and  53 Dii schematically illustrate another example method of manufacturing an example electrode assembly such as the electrode assembly of  FIG.  53 A . 
         FIG.  53 Ei  schematically illustrates another example electrode assembly such as the electrode assembly of  FIG.  53 A . 
       FIG.  53 Eii schematically illustrates another example electrode assembly such as the electrode assembly of  FIG.  53 A . 
         FIG.  53 F  is an outer perspective view of an example electrode. 
         FIG.  53 G  is an inner perspective view of the example electrode of  FIG.  53 F . 
         FIG.  54 A  is a schematic view of a heart with an example catheter system including an expandable structure deployed in the right pulmonary artery. 
         FIG.  54 B  is a perspective view of an example pressure sensor. 
         FIG.  54 C  is a graph illustrating an example use of pressure sensors for monitoring catheter movement. 
         FIGS.  54 Di  and  54 Dii illustrate an example method and system for detecting movement of a catheter. 
         FIG.  54 E  illustrates in a single figure an example method and system for detecting movement of a catheter. 
         FIG.  55    is a front view of an example stimulation system. 
         FIG.  56 A  shows a screen of an example user interface. 
         FIG.  56 B  shows another screen of the example user interface of  FIG.  56 A . 
         FIG.  57 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system. 
         FIG.  57 B  is a side view of an example expandable structure of the catheter system of  FIG.  57 A  in an expanded state. 
         FIG.  57 C  is a side view of the expandable structure of  FIG.  42 B  in an expanded state without electrode assemblies. 
         FIG.  57 Di  is an end view of the example expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B . 
       FIG.  57 Dii is an end view of another example expandable structure. 
         FIG.  57 E  is a proximal and side perspective view of an example hub system the example expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B . 
         FIG.  57 F  is a distal end view of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E . 
         FIG.  57 G  is a proximal and side perspective view of a portion of the expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B  and a portion of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E . 
         FIG.  57 H  is a side view a portion of the expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B  and a portion of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E . 
         FIG.  57 I  is a cross-sectional view of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E  taken lateral to an inner band of the hub system. 
         FIG.  57 J  is an exploded proximal and side perspective view of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E . 
         FIG.  57 K  is top plan view of an example electrode assembly of the example expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B . 
         FIG.  57 L  is a partially transparent distal and top perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  57 M  is a cross-sectional view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K  taken along the line  57 M- 57 M of  FIG.  57 L . 
         FIG.  57 N  is a partial cutaway proximal and top perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  57 O  is a bottom perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  58 A  is a top and side perspective view of an example electrode of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  58 B  is a top plan view of the example electrode of  FIG.  58 A . 
         FIG.  58 C  is a side view of the example electrode of  FIG.  58 A . 
         FIG.  58 Ci  illustrates another example of an electrode. 
         FIG.  58 D  is a cross-sectional view of the example electrode of  FIG.  58 A  taken along the line  58 D- 58 D of  FIG.  58 B . 
         FIG.  58 E  is a cross-sectional view of another example electrode of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIGS.  58 Fi - 58 Fiv are side views other example electrodes of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  58 G  is a top and side perspective view of an example electrode subassembly of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIGS.  58 Hi - 58 Hiii are side cross-sectional views of other example electrode subassemblies of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . 
         FIG.  59 A  is a side view of a segment of an example inner member of the example catheter system of  FIG.  57 A . 
         FIG.  59 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the example inner member of  FIG.  59 A . 
         FIG.  59 C  is a perspective view of another portion of the example inner member of  FIG.  59 A . 
         FIG.  60 A  is a perspective view of part of a distal portion of the example catheter system of  FIG.  57 A . 
         FIG.  60 Bi  is a distal and side perspective view of another example of a nose. 
       FIG.  60 Bii is a distal end view of the nose of  FIG.  60 Bi . 
       FIG.  60 Biii is a perspective view of the example distal end of a system including the nose of  FIG.  60 Bi . 
       FIG.  60 Biv is a distal and side perspective view of an example distal end of a system including the nose of  FIG.  60 Bi . 
         FIG.  61 A  is bottom and proximal perspective view of another example electrode assembly of the example expandable structure of  FIG.  57 B . 
         FIG.  61 B  is bottom and distal perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 A . 
         FIG.  61 Ci  is top, side, and proximal perspective view of another example electrode assembly. 
       FIG.  61 Cii is back, side, and proximal perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ci . 
       FIG.  61 Ciii is bottom plan view of an example upper insulator and example electrodes of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ci . 
       FIG.  61 Civ is side view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies of  FIG.  61 Ci  coupled to an example expandable structure. 
         FIG.  61 Cv  is bottom plan view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies of  FIG.  61 Ci  in an example alignment for coupling to an expandable structure. 
         FIG.  61 Di  is top plan view of an example electrode. 
       FIG.  61 Dii is top plan view of another example electrode. 
         FIG.  61 Ei  is top, side, and proximal perspective view of yet another example electrode assembly. 
       FIG.  61 Eii is back, side, and distal perspective view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
       FIG.  61 Eiii is top, side, and distal perspective exploded view of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
       FIG.  61 Eiv is top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of an example upper insulator of the electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
         FIG.  61 Ev  is an expanded top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of the example upper insulator of FIG.  61 Eiv. 
       FIG.  61 Evi is top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of an example lower insulator of the electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
       FIG.  61 Evii is top and distal longitudinal cross-sectional view of the electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
       FIG.  61 Eviii is an expanded top and distal longitudinal cross-sectional view of the electrode assembly of  FIG.  61 Ei . 
       FIG.  61 Eix is a proximal perspective view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies of  FIG.  61 Ei  coupled to an example expandable structure. 
         FIG.  61 Ex  is shows the expandable structure and plurality of example electrode assemblies of FIG.  61 Eix positioned in a vessel. 
         FIG.  61 Fi  is a schematic side view of an example of a vessel undersized relative to an expandable structure and/or an expandable structure oversized relative to a vessel. 
       FIG.  61 Fii is another schematic side view of an example of a vessel undersized relative to an expandable structure and/or an expandable structure oversized relative to a vessel. 
         FIGS.  61 Gi - 61 Giv illustrate schematic side views or cross sections of upper and lower insulators. 
         FIG.  62 A  shows an example housing for a filter assembly. 
         FIG.  62 B  shows another example housing for a filter assembly. 
     
    
    
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     Several examples of the present disclosure provide for methods and devices that can be used to apply electrical neuromodulation to one or more nerves in and around the heart of a subject (e.g., patient). Several examples, for example, may be useful in electrical neuromodulation of patients with cardiovascular medical conditions, such as patients with acute or chronic cardiac disease. As discussed herein, several examples can allow for a portion of a catheter to be positioned within the vasculature of the patient in at least one of the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, and the pulmonary trunk. Once positioned, an electrode system of the catheter can provide electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) to stimulate the autonomic nervous system surrounding (e.g., proximate to) the pulmonary artery in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. Sensed heart activity properties (e.g., non-electrical heart activity properties) can be used as the basis for making adjustments to one or more properties of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. 
     Certain groups of figures showing similar items follow a numbering convention in which the first digit or digits correspond to the drawing figure number and the remaining digits identify an element or component in the drawing. Similar elements or components between such groups of figures may be identified by the use of similar digits. For example,  336  may reference element “ 36 ” in  FIG.  3 A , and a similar element “ 36 ” may be referenced as  436  in  FIG.  4 A . As will be appreciated, elements shown in the various examples herein can be added, exchanged, and/or eliminated so as to provide any number of additional examples of the present disclosure. Components or features described in connection with a previous figure may not be described in detail in connection with subsequent figures; however, the examples illustrated in the subsequent figures may include any of the components or combinations of components or features of the previous examples. 
     The terms “distal” and “proximal” are used herein with respect to a position or direction relative to the treating clinician taken along the devices of the present disclosure. “Distal” or “distally” are a position distant from or in a direction away from the clinician taken along the catheter. “Proximal” and “proximally” are a position near or in a direction toward the clinician taken along the catheter. 
     The catheter and electrode systems of the present disclosure can be used to treat a patient with various cardiac conditions. Such cardiac conditions include, but are not limited to, acute heart failure, among others. Several examples of the present disclosure provides methods that can be used to treat acute heart failure, also known as decompensated heart failure, by modulating the autonomic nervous system surrounding the pulmonary artery (e.g., the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, the pulmonary trunk) in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. The neuromodulation treatment can help by affecting heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. The autonomic nervous system may be modulated so as to collectively affect heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. The autonomic nervous system can be impacted by electrical modulation that includes stimulating and/or inhibiting nerve fibers of the autonomic nervous system. 
     As discussed herein, the one or more electrodes present on the catheter can be positioned within the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the right and left pulmonary arteries. In accordance with several examples, the one or more electrodes are positioned in contact the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery, and/or right or left pulmonary artery (e.g., in physical contact with the surface of the posterior portion of the main pulmonary artery). As will be discussed herein, the one or more electrodes on the catheter and/or catheter system provided herein can be used to provide pulse of electrical energy between the electrodes and/or the reference electrodes. The electrodes of the present disclosure can be used in any one of a unipolar, bi-polar and/or a multi-polar configuration. Once positioned, the catheter and the catheter system of the present disclosure can provide the stimulation electrical energy to stimulate the nerve fibers (e.g., autonomic nerve fibers) surrounding the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the right and left pulmonary arteries in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient (e.g., electrical cardiac neuromodulation). 
     In some examples, systems other than intravascular catheters may be used in accordance with the methods described herein. For example, electrodes, sensors, and the like may be implanted during open heart surgery or without being routed through vasculature. 
     Several examples, as will be discussed more fully herein, may allow for the electrical neuromodulation of the heart of the patient that includes delivering one or more electrical pulses through a catheter positioned in a pulmonary artery of the heart of the patient, sensing from at least a first sensor positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart one or more heart activity properties (e.g., non-electrical heart activity properties) in response to the one or more electrical pulses, and adjusting a property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart in response to the one or more heart activity properties in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. 
     The catheter can include a plurality of electrodes, which are optionally inserted into the pulmonary trunk, and positioned such that the electrodes are, preferably, in contact with the posterior surface, the superior surface, and/or the inferior surface of the pulmonary artery. From such locations, electrical pulses can be delivered to or from the electrodes to selectively modulate the autonomic nervous system of the heart. For example, electrical pulses can be delivered to or from one or more of the electrodes to selectively modulate the autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves of the autonomic nervous system, which can modulate heart contractility and/or relaxation, in some examples more than heart rate. Preferably, the plurality of electrodes is positioned at a site along the posterior wall and/or superior wall of the pulmonary artery, for example the right or left pulmonary artery. From such a position in the pulmonary artery, one or more electrical pulses can be delivered through the electrodes and one or more heart activity properties (e.g., non-electrical heart activity properties) can be sensed. Based at least in part on these sensed heart activity properties, a property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered to or from the electrodes positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart can be adjusted in an effort to positively influence heart contractility and/or relaxation while reducing or minimizing the effect on heart rate and/or oxygen consumption. In certain examples, the effect on heart contractility is to increase heart contractility. In certain examples, the effect on heart relaxation is to increase heart relaxation. 
       FIG.  1    schematically illustrates a system  100  that can be used to apply electrical neuromodulation to tissue (e.g., including one or more nerves) in and around the heart of a subject. The system  100  comprises a first component  102  and a second component  104 . The first component  102  may be positioned in a pulmonary artery (e.g., the right pulmonary artery as shown in  FIG.  1   , the left pulmonary artery, and/or the pulmonary trunk). The first component  102  may be endovascularly positioned via a minimally invasive, transdermal, percutaneous procedure, for example routed through the vasculature from a remote location such as a jugular vein (e.g., an internal jugular vein, as shown in  FIG.  1   ), an axial subclavian vein, a femoral vein, or other blood vessels. Such an approach can be over-the-wire, using a Swan-Ganz float catheter, combinations thereof, etc. In some examples, the first component may be positioned invasively, for example during conventional surgery (e.g., open-heart surgery), placement of another device (e.g., coronary bypass, pacemaker, defibrillator, etc.), or as a stand-alone procedure. As described in further detail herein, the first component comprises a neuromodulator (e.g., electrode, transducer, drug, ablation device, ultrasound, microwave, laser, cryo, combinations thereof, and the like) and may optionally comprise a stent or framework, an anchoring system, and/or other components. The first component  102  may be acutely positioned in the pulmonary artery for 24 to 72 hours. In some examples, the first component  102  neuromodulates terminal branches within the cardiac plexus, which can increase left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation. The increase in left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation may be without an increase in heart rate or may be greater than (e.g., based on a percentage change) than an increase in heart rate. In some examples, the first component  102  may be adapted to ablate tissue, including nerves, in addition to or instead of modulating tissue such as nerves. 
     The first component  102  is electrically coupled to the second component  104  (e.g., via wires or conductive elements routed via a catheter, for example as illustrated in  FIG.  1   , and/or wirelessly). The second component  104  may be positioned extracorporeally (e.g., strapped to a subject&#39;s arm as shown in  FIG.  1   , strapped to another part of the subject (e.g., leg, neck, chest), placed on a bedside stand, etc.). In some examples, the second component  104  may be temporarily implanted in the subject (e.g., in a blood vessel, in another body cavity, in a chest, etc.). The second component  104  includes electronics (e.g., pulse generator) configured to operate the electrode in the first component  102 . The second component  104  may include a power supply or may receive power from an external source (e.g., a wall plug, a separate battery, etc.). The second component  104  may include electronics configured to receive sensor data. 
     The system  100  may comprise a sensor. The sensor may be positioned in one or more of a pulmonary artery (e.g., right pulmonary artery, left pulmonary artery, and/or pulmonary trunk), an atrium (e.g., right and/or left), a ventricle (e.g., right and/or left), a vena cava (e.g., superior vena cava and/or inferior vena cava), and/or other cardiovascular locations. The sensor may be part of the first component  102 , part of a catheter, and/or separate from the first component  102  (e.g., electrocardiogram chest monitor, pulse oximeter, etc.). The sensor may be in communication with the second component  104  (e.g., wired and/or wireless). The second component  104  may initiate, adjust, calibrate, cease, etc. neuromodulation based on information from the sensor. 
     The system  100  may comprise an “all-in-one” system in which the first component  102  is integral or monolithic with the targeting catheter. For example, the first component  102  may be part of a catheter that is inserted into an internal jugular vein, an axial subclavian vein, a femoral vein, etc. and navigated to a target location such as the pulmonary artery. The first component  102  may then be deployed from the catheter. Such a system can reduce the number and/or complexity of procedural steps and catheter exchanges used to position the first component  102 . For example, a guidewire may be at least twice as long as a target catheter, which can be difficult to control in a sterile field. Such a system may make repositioning of the first component  102  easier after an initial deployment because positioning systems are already in place. 
     The system  100  may comprise a telescoping and/or over-the-wire system in which the first component  102  is different than the targeting catheter. For example, a targeting catheter (e.g., a Swan-Ganz catheter) may be inserted into an internal jugular vein, an axial subclavian vein, a femoral vein, etc. and navigated to a target location such as the pulmonary artery (e.g., by floating). A guidewire may be inserted into a proximal hub through the target catheter to the target location (e.g., having a stiffest portion exiting the target catheter distal end) and the first component  102  as part of a separate catheter than the target catheter may be tracked to the target location over the guidewire or using telescoping systems such as other guidewires, guide catheters, etc. The first component  102  may then be deployed from the separate catheter. Such systems are known by interventional cardiologists such that multiple exchanges may be of little issue. Such a system may allow customization of certain specific functions. Such a system may reduce overall catheter diameters, which can increase trackability, and/or allow additional features to be added, for example because not all functions are integrated into one catheter. Such a system may allow use of multiple catheters (e.g., removing a first separate catheter and positioning a second separate catheter without having to reposition the entire system). For example, catheters with different types of sensors may be positioned and removed as desired. The system  100  may be steerable (e.g., comprising a steerable catheter) without a Swan-Ganz tip. Some systems  100  may be compatible with one or more of the described types of systems (e.g., a steerable catheter with an optionally inflatable balloon for Swan-Ganz float, a steerable catheter that can be telescoped over a guidewire and/or through a catheter, etc.). 
       FIG.  2 A  schematically illustrates a heart  200  and surrounding areas. The main pulmonary artery or pulmonary trunk  202  begins at the outlet of the right ventricle  204 . In an adult, the pulmonary trunk  202  is a tubular structure having a diameter of about 3 centimeter (cm) (approx. 1.2 inches (in)) and a length of about 5 (approx. 2.0 in). The main pulmonary artery  202  branches into the right pulmonary artery  206  and the left pulmonary artery  208 , which deliver deoxygenated blood to the corresponding lung. As illustrated in  FIG.  2 A , the main pulmonary artery  202  has a posterior surface  210  that arches over the left atrium  212  and is adjacent to the pulmonary vein  213 . As discussed herein, a neurostimulator can be positioned at least partially in a pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208 , for example with the neurostimulator in contact with the posterior surface  210 . In some examples, a preferred location for positioning the neurostimulator is the right pulmonary artery  204 . PCT Patent App. No. PCT/US2015/047780 and U.S. Provisional Patent App. No. 62/047,313 are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety, and more specifically the descriptions of positioning in the right pulmonary artery disclosed therein are incorporated herein by reference. In some examples, a preferred location for positioning the neurostimulator is in contact with the posterior surface  210  of the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208 . From such a location, stimulation electrical energy delivered from an electrode, for example, may be better able to treat and/or provide therapy (including adjuvant therapy) to a subject experiencing a variety of cardiovascular medical conditions, such as acute heart failure. Other locations for the neurostimulator in the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208  are also possible. 
     The first component  102  ( FIG.  1   ) can be positioned in the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208  of the subject, where the neurostimulator of the first component  102  is in contact with the luminal surface of the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208  (e.g., in physical contact with or proximate to the surface of the posterior portion  210  of the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208 ). The neurostimulator of the first component  102  can be used to deliver the stimulation to the autonomic cardiopulmonary fibers surrounding the pulmonary artery  202 ,  206 ,  208 . The stimulation electrical energy can elicit responses from the autonomic nervous system that may help to modulate a subject&#39;s cardiac contractility and/or relaxation. The stimulation may affect contractility and/or relaxation more than the heart rate, which can improve hemodynamic control while possibly reducing unwanted systemic effects. 
     In some examples, neuromodulation of targeted nerves or tissue as described herein can be used for the treatment of arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation or flutter, diabetes, eating disorders, endocrine diseases, genetic metabolic syndromes, hyperglycemia (including glucose tolerance), hyperlipidemia, hypertension, inflammatory diseases, insulin resistance, metabolic diseases, obesity, ventricular tachycardia, conditions affecting the heart, and/or combinations thereof. 
       FIGS.  2 B- 2 D  are schematic illustrations of a heart  200  and surrounding areas from various perspectives. Portions of the heart  200  (e.g., the aorta, the superior vena cava, among other structures), including a portion of the pulmonary trunk  202 , have been removed to allow for the details discussed herein to be shown.  FIG.  2 B  provides a perspective view of the heart  200  as seen from the front of the subject or patient (viewed in an anterior to posterior direction), while  FIG.  2 C  provides a perspective view of the heart  200  as seen from the right side of the subject. As illustrated, the heart  100  includes the pulmonary trunk  102  that begins at the base of the right ventricle  104 . In an adult, the pulmonary trunk  102  is a tubular structure approximately 3 centimeters (cm) in diameter and 5 cm in length. The pulmonary trunk  202  branches into the right pulmonary artery  206  and the left pulmonary artery  208  at a branch point or bifurcation  207 . The left pulmonary artery  106  and the right pulmonary artery  108  serve to deliver de-oxygenated blood to each corresponding lung. 
     The branch point  207  includes a ridge  209  that extends from the posterior of the pulmonary trunk  202 . As illustrated, the branch point  207 , along with the ridge  209 , provides a “Y” or “T” shaped structure that helps to define at least a portion of the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206 . For example, from the ridge  209 , the branch point  207  of the pulmonary trunk  202  slopes in opposite directions. In a first direction, the pulmonary trunk  202  transitions into the left pulmonary artery  208 , and in the second direction, opposite the first direction, the pulmonary trunk  202  transitions into the right pulmonary artery  206 . The branch point  207  may not necessarily be aligned along a longitudinal center line  214  of the pulmonary trunk  202 . 
     As illustrated in  FIG.  2 B , portions of the pulmonary artery  202  can be defined with a right lateral plane  216  that passes along a right luminal surface  218  of the pulmonary trunk  202 , a left lateral plane  220  parallel with the right lateral plane  216 , where the left lateral plane  220  passes along a left luminal surface  222  of the pulmonary trunk  202 . The right lateral plane  216  and the left lateral plane  220  extend in both a posterior direction  224  and anterior direction  226 . As illustrated, the ridge  209  of the branch point  207  is located between the right lateral plane  216  and the left lateral plane  220 . The branch point  207  is positioned between the right lateral plane  216  and the left lateral plane  220 , where the branch point  207  can help to at least partially define the beginning of the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206  of the heart  200 . The distance between the right lateral plane  216  and the left lateral plane  220  is approximately the diameter of the pulmonary trunk  202  (e.g., about 3 cm). 
     As discussed herein, the present disclosure includes methods for neuromodulation of the heart  200  of a subject or patient. For example, as discussed herein, a catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery  202  can be used to deliver one or more electrical pulses to the heart  200 . A first sensor, for example as discussed herein, positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart  200 , senses a heart activity property in response to the neurostimulation. Properties of the neurostimulator can be adjusted in response to the sensed heart activity property in an effort to provide adjuvant cardiac therapy to the patient. 
       FIG.  2 D  provides an additional illustration the posterior surface  221 , the superior surface  223 , and the inferior surface  225  of the right pulmonary artery  206 . As illustrated, the view of the heart  200  in  FIG.  2 D  is from the right side of the heart  200 . As illustrated, the posterior surface  221 , the superior surface  223 , and the inferior surface  225  account for approximately three quarters of the luminal perimeter of the right pulmonary artery  206 , where the anterior surface  227  accounts for the remainder. In some implementations, electrodes of a neurostimulation device may be positioned adjacent to the anterior surface  227 . The electrodes of the neurostimulation device may span a portion of a circumference, and the portion may span (e.g., only span) or be configured to span, for example, the anterior surface  227  and/or the superior surface  223 . The electrodes may cover or span between about 10% and about 50% (e.g., about 10%, about 15%, about 20%, about 25%, about 30%, about 35%, about 40%, about 45%, about 50%, ranges between such values, etc.) of a circumference of the device and/or artery (e.g., the anterior surface  227  and/or the superior surface  223 ). The electrodes may cover or span between about 10 mm and about 40 mm (e.g., about 10 mm, about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 25 mm, about 30 mm, about 35 mm, about 40 mm, ranges between such values, etc.) of a circumference of the device and/or artery (e.g., the anterior surface  227  and/or the superior surface  223 ). In certain such implementations, electrodes of the neurostimulation device may also or alternatively be positioned adjacent to the superior surface  223 .  FIG.  2 D  also illustrates the aorta  230 , pulmonary veins  213 , the superior vena cava (SVC)  232 , and the inferior vena cava (IVC)  234 . 
       FIGS.  2 E and  2 F  are schematic illustrations of a heart  200  and surrounding nerves. The cardiovascular system is richly innervated with autonomic fibers. Sympathetic fibers originate from stellate and thoracic sympathetic ganglia, and are responsible for increases in the chronotropic (heart rate), lusotropic (relaxation), and inotropic (contractility) state of the heart. Human cadaver anatomical studies show that the fibers responsible for the lusotropic and inotropic state of the ventricles pass along the posterior surface of the right pulmonary artery  206  and the pulmonary trunk  202 .  FIG.  2 E  illustrates approximate positions of the right dorsal medial common peroneal nerve (CPN)  240 , the right dorsal lateral CPN  242 , the right stellate CPN  244 , the right vagal nerve or vagus  246 , the right cranial vagal CPN  248 , the right caudal vagal CPN  250 , the right coronary cardiac nerve  252 , the left coronary cardiac nerve  254 , the left lateral cardiac nerve  256 , the left recurrent laryngeal nerve  258 , the left vagal nerve or vagus  260 , the left stellate CPN  262 , the left dorsal lateral CPN  264 , and the left dorsal medial CPN  266 . These and/or other nerves surrounding (e.g., proximate to) the heart  200  can be targeted for neurostimulation by the systems and methods described herein. In some examples, at least one of the right dorsal medial common peroneal nerve  240 , the right stellate CPN  244 , and the left lateral cardiac nerve  256  is targeted and/or affected for neuromodulation, although other nerves, shown in  FIG.  2 E  or otherwise, may also be targeted and/or affected. 
       FIGS.  2 E and  2 F  also schematically illustrate the trachea  241 . As best seen in  FIG.  2 F , the trachea  241  bifurcates into the right pulmonary bronchus  243  and the left pulmonary bronchus  241 . The bifurcation of the trachea  241  can be considered along a plane  245 . The plane  245  is along the right pulmonary artery  206 . The bifurcation of the pulmonary artery can be considered along a plane  247 , which is spaced from the plane  245  by a gap  249 . The gap  249  spans the right pulmonary artery  206 . A large number of cardiac nerves cross the right pulmonary artery  206  along the gap  249  as illustrated by the circled area  251 , and these nerves may be advantageously targeted by some of the systems and methods described herein. In certain such examples, the bifurcation of the trachea  241  and/or the bifurcation of the pulmonary artery  202  may provide a landmark for system and/or component positioning. Stimulation electrodes may be spaced from the trachea  241 , for example to reduce cough or other possible respiratory side effects. In some examples, stimulation electrodes are spaced from the trachea  241  or the plane  245  by between about 2 mm and about 8 mm (e.g., about 2 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, about 5 mm, about 6 mm, about 7 mm, about 8 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, stimulation electrodes are spaced from the trachea  241  or the plane  245  by a percentage of a length of the right pulmonary artery  206  between about 10% and about 100% (e.g., about 10%, about 25%, about 30%, about 35%, about 40%, about 45%, about 50%, about 55%, about 75%, about 100%, ranges between such values, etc.). 
       FIGS.  2 G and  2 H  are schematic illustrations of vasculature and an electrode matrix  201 . A majority of the electrode matrix  201  is positioned in the right pulmonary artery  206 , although some of the electrode matrix  201  may be considered positioned in the pulmonary trunk  202 . The electrode array is shown as a 4×5 matrix of electrodes  203 . As described in further detail herein, the electrodes  203  may be positioned on splines, positioned on a membrane or mesh coupled to splines, etc. For example, four splines may each contain five electrodes  203 . In some examples, the electrodes  203  comprise bipolar electrodes with controllable polarity, allowing configurability of the electrode matrix  201 . In some examples, edge-to-edge spacing of the electrodes  203  is between about 3 mm and about 7 mm (e.g., about 3 mm, about 4 mm, about 5 mm, about 6 mm, about 7 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the electrodes  203  have a surface area between about 0.5 mm 2  and about 5 mm 2  (e.g., about 0.5 mm 2 , about 1 mm 2 , about 1.5 mm 2 , about 2 mm 2 , about 2.5 mm 2 , about 3 mm 2 , about 3.5 mm 2 , about 4 mm 2 , about 4.5 mm 2 , about 5 mm 2 , ranges between such values, etc.). The electrodes  203  are generally aligned longitudinally and circumferentially, but offset electrodes  203  are also possible. The coverage of the right pulmonary artery  206  provided by the electrode array  201  is longitudinally between about 25 mm and about 35 mm (e.g., about 25 mm, about 28 mm, about 31 mm, about 35 mm, ranges between such values, etc.) and is circumferentially between about 80° and about 120° (e.g., about 80°, about 90°, about 100°, about 110°, about 120°, ranges between such values, etc.). The electrode array  201  may cover, for example, between about 25% and about 50% (e.g., about 25%, about 30%, about 35%, about 40%, about 45%, about 50%, ranges between such values, etc.) of the circumference of the vessel. In some examples, the electrode array  201  comprises a 3×3 matrix, a 3×4 matrix, a 3×5 matrix, a 4×4 matrix, a 4×5 matrix, or a 5×5 matrix. Larger matrices may be more likely to capture the target nerve by at least one combination of electrodes  203 , and smaller matrices may be easier to deliver to the target site. Referring again to  FIG.  2 D , in some implementations, an electrode array having the features described herein may be positioned adjacent to the anterior surface  227 . In certain such implementations, the electrode array may also or alternatively be positioned adjacent to the superior surface  223 . 
       FIG.  2 I  is a schematic illustration of heart vasculature and surrounding nerves. Similar to  FIGS.  2 G and  2 H ,  FIG.  2 I  shows a pulmonary trunk  202 , a right pulmonary artery  206 , and a left pulmonary artery  208 .  FIG.  2 I  also shows traces of the approximate crossing locations of interventricular sulcus nerves  215 ,  217  along the right pulmonary artery  206  and the pulmonary trunk  202 . Stimulation of one or both of the nerves  215 ,  217  may increase contractility and/or relaxation, for example more than heart rate or without affecting heart rate. The electrode matrix  201 , including electrodes  203   a ,  203   b ,  203   c ,  203   d ,  203   e ,  203   f , etc., is shown in phantom in the approximate position of  FIGS.  2 G and  2 H . 
     In some examples, particular electrodes can be selected to target or capture one or more nerves. The electrodes  203   a ,  203   b  can be used to target the nerve  215 , for example, in a generally transverse manner. The electrodes  203   a ,  203   c  can be used to target the nerve  215 , for example, in a generally parallel manner. The electrodes  203   c ,  203   d  can be used to target the nerve  215  as well as the nerve  217 , for example, in a generally transverse manner. The electrodes  203   e ,  203   f  can be used to target the nerve  217 , for example, in a generally mixed transverse-parallel manner. In some examples, the two electrodes can be used in a bipolar manner, with one of the two electrodes being positive and the other of the two electrodes being negative. In some examples, more than two electrodes can be used, with two or more electrodes being positive and two or more electrodes being negative. 
     As described in further detail herein, upon placement of the electrode array, electrode combinations can be stimulated to test their effect. Some combinations may produce a better result but be more likely to result in a side effect, some combinations may produce a better result but be less repeatable, some combinations may affect one nerve but not multiple nerves, etc. In some examples, a plurality of electrode combinations or independent outputs can be used in parallel or in series. For example, the electrodes  203   a ,  203   b  can be used to target the nerve  215  for a first duration and the electrodes  203   e ,  203   f  can be used to target the nerve  217  for a second duration. The second duration may at least partially overlap the first duration, fully overlap the first duration (e.g., starting at the same time, ending at the same time, starting after the first duration starts, ending before the first duration ends, and combinations thereof) or may be temporally spaced from the first duration by a third duration. The third duration may be zero (e.g., the second duration starting as the first duration ends). 
     In a study of multiple cadavers, the mean diameter  206   d  of the right pulmonary artery  206  proximate to the branch point  207  was about 26.5 mm with a standard deviation of about 4.6 mm. Assuming a circular vessel, the mean circumference of the right pulmonary artery  206  proximate to the branch point  207  is about 83 mm. If the goal is 30% coverage of the circumference, then an electrode matrix should have a circumferential length of about 25 mm (83 mm=30%). Other electrode matrix dimensions can be estimated or calculated based on other dimensions (e.g., vessel diameter at other points, measured vessel diameter, diameters of other vessels, vessel lengths, etc.), target coverage percentage, nerve location variability, placement accuracy, stimulation parameters, etc. 
       FIG.  2 J  is a schematic illustration of vasculature and surrounding nerves. The superior vena cava  232 , as discussed above, supplies blood to the right atrium of the heart. The vessels supplying blood to the superior vena cava  232  include the right innominate vein or right brachiocephalic vein  253  and the left innominate vein or left brachiocephalic vein  255 . The vessels supplying blood to the right brachiocephalic vein  253  include the right subclavian vein  257  and the right internal jugular vein  259 . The vessels supplying blood to the left brachiocephalic vein  255  include the left subclavian vein  261  and the left internal jugular vein  263 . The inferior thyroid vein  265  also supplies blood to the superior vena cava  232 . Although other nerves are present surrounding the vasculature illustrated in  FIG.  2 F , the right vagus nerve  267  is illustrated as an example. The left vagus nerve runs close to the left internal jugular vein  263  and the common carotid artery, and then crosses the left brachiocephalic vein  255 . Thoracic sympathetic cardiac branches also cross the left brachiocephalic vein  255  closer to the crown of the aorta and more medial, generally between the junction of the left subclavian vein and the left internal jugular vein  263  and about half of the length of the left brachiocephalic vein  253 . Vasculature that may not typically be characterized as cardiovasculature may also be used in accordance with certain methods and systems described herein. 
       FIG.  2 K  is another schematic illustration of a heart  200  and surrounding nerves. As described in detail herein, nerves affecting contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation) may be targeted for neuromodulation by positioning a catheter in the pulmonary artery (e.g., right pulmonary artery, pulmonary trunk, left pulmonary artery). In some examples, a nerve such as the right stellate CPN  244  may also or alternatively be targeted by positioning a device at a location  272  in the left subclavian artery  274  and/or the location  276  in the descending aorta  278 . Positioning in the left common carotid artery  280  is also possible. In  FIG.  2 K , an example stimulation device  282  is shown at the locations  272 ,  276 . Other stimulation devices are also possible. In examples comprising multiple stimulation devices, the stimulation devices may be the same, different, or similar (as a non-limiting example, having a same structure but different dimensions). 
       FIG.  2 L  illustrates an example stimulation device  282 . The stimulation device  282  may be used, for example, to target stimulation of a right stellate CPN  244  or another nerve. The device  282  comprises a skeletal structure  284 , for example a stent, hoops, etc. The skeletal structure  284  may comprise a shape memory material (e.g., nitinol) that is self-expanding. The device  282  further comprise a mesh or membrane  286  attached to the skeletal structure  284 . The mesh  286  may comprise, for example, Dacron®. One side of the device  282  comprises an electrode array  288 . The electrode array  288  may have an area between about 0.5 cm 2  and about 3 cm 2  (e.g., about 0.5 cm 2 , about 1 cm 2 , about 1.5 cm 2 , about 2 cm 2 , about 2.5 cm 2 , about 3 cm 2 , ranges between such values, etc.). The electrode array  288  may be powered by implantable electronics  290 . The electronics  290  may include, for example, non-volatile memory (e.g., storing electrode combinations and parameters), ASIC stimulation engine and logic, RF engine, battery power, and a sensor (e.g., pressure sensor, contractility sensor, combinations thereof, etc.). The device  282  may be positioned by a catheter routed through vasculature (e.g., from a femoral or radial artery). The device  282  may be positionable until the target nerve is stimulated. In some examples, the electrode array  288  may be electronically repositionable (e.g., as described with respect to  FIGS.  32 A- 32 D ). In some examples, an external device (e.g., worn by the subject) can power and/or control the device  282 . In examples in which the electronics  290  can power and/or control the device  282 , the device  282  may be fully implantable. In certain such examples, the device  282  may be combined with a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implantable stimulation device. 
       FIG.  3 A  is a side perspective and partial cross-sectional view of an example of a catheter  300 .  FIG.  3 B  is a distal end view of the catheter  300  of  FIG.  3 A  as viewed along line  3 B- 3 B in  FIG.  3 A . The catheter  300  includes an elongate body  302  having a first for proximal end  304  and a second or distal end  306 . The second end  306  is distal to the first end  304 . The elongate body  302  includes a longitudinal axis  308  that extends through the first end  304  and the second end  306  of the elongate body  302 . A first plane  310  extends through the longitudinal axis  308  over the length of the elongate body  302 . As used herein, a plane is an imaginary flat surface on which a straight line joining any two points on it would wholly lie, and is used herein to help orientate the relative position of structures on the catheter  300 . The first plane  310  is used herein, among other reasons, to help explain the relative position of electrodes. The catheter  300  further includes at least two elongate stimulation members  314  (as illustrated in  FIGS.  3 A and  3 B,  314     a  and  314   b ). The stimulation members  314  extend from the elongate body  302 . Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  314   a ,  314   b  curves into a first volume  316  defined at least in part by the first plane  310 . For example, the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  extend from approximately the second end  306  of the elongate body  302  into the first volume  316 . 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  comprises at least one electrode  318 . The at least one electrode  318  on each of the elongate stimulation members  314  form an electrode array in the first volume  316  that is at least partially defined by the first plane  310 . The at least one electrode  318  on each of the stimulation members  314  are electrically isolated from one another. In some examples, the stimulation members  314  comprise an electrically insulating material. 
     Each of the at least one electrodes  318  is coupled to a corresponding conductive element  320 . The conductive elements  320  are electrically isolated from each other and extend through and/or along the stimulation members  314  from each respective electrode  318  through the first end  304  of the elongate body  302 . The conductive elements  320  terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  320  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system, for example as discussed herein. In some examples, the conductive elements  320  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). The stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical energy that is conducted through the conductive elements  320  and delivered across combinations of the electrodes  318  in the electrode array. 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  includes a stimulation member elongate body  322  having a distal end  324 . The distal end  324  of the stimulation member elongate body  322  for each of the elongate stimulation members  314  extends from the elongate body  302 . Each of the elongate body  302  and the stimulation member elongate body  322  include a surface defining a lumen  328  through which a wire  326  may extend. The wire  326  is joined to its respective stimulation member elongate body  322  at or near the distal end  324  of the stimulation member elongate body  322 , where the wire  326  then freely extends through the lumen  328  in the elongate stimulation member  314  past the first end  304  of the elongate body  302 . The lumen  328  is dimensioned to allow the wire  326  to be moved longitudinally within the lumen  328 . The portion of the wire  326  extending from the first end  304  can be used to apply pressure against the stimulation member elongate body  322  at or near the distal end  324  of the stimulation member elongate body  322 , where the wire  326  under such pressure can deflect or bend, which can impart a curve into each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  into the first volume  316  defined at least in part by the first plane  310 . The at least two elongate stimulation members  314  extend radially away from the elongate body  302  over a range of distances depending upon how much pressure is applied to the wires  326 . The curves of the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  can have a radius of curvature that changes along the length of the stimulation member elongate body  322  (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  3 A ). 
     In some examples, the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  only curve in the first volume  316  defined at least in part by the first plane  310 . A second volume  330  opposite the first volume and defined at least in part by the first plane  310  may contain no electrodes. In some examples, the at least two elongate stimulation members  314  include a first elongate stimulation member  314   a  and a second elongate stimulation member  314   b . A second plane  312  perpendicularly intersects the first plane  310  along the longitudinal axis  308  of the elongate body  302 . The first plane  310  and the second plane  312  divide the first volume  316  into a first quadrant volume  332  and a second quadrant volume  334 . In some examples (e.g., as illustrated in  FIGS.  3 A and  3 B ), the first elongate stimulation member  314   a  curves into the first quadrant volume  332  and the second elongate stimulation member  314   b  curves into the second quadrant volume  334 . 
     The catheter  300  may include an anchor member  336  that extends from the elongate body  302  into the second volume  330 . The anchor member  336  may not include or be devoid of an electrode. The anchor member  336  is not occlusive within vasculature and/or does not encourage thrombosis or coagulation of blood within vasculature. The anchor member  336  and the elongate body  302  include surfaces defining a lumen  338  through which wire  340  can pass. The wire  340  is joined to the anchor member  336  at or near a distal end  342  of the member  336 , where the wire  340  freely extends through the lumen  338  of the anchor member  336  past the first end  304  of the elongate body  302 . The lumen  338  is dimensioned to allow the wire  340  to be moved longitudinally within the lumen  338 . The portion of the wire  340  extending from the first end  304  can be used to apply pressure against the anchor member  336  at or near its distal end  342 , where the wire  340  under such pressure can deflect or bend, which can impart a curve into the anchor member  336 . The anchor member  336  can extend radially away from the elongate body  302  over a range of distances depending upon how much pressure is applied to the wire  340 . The anchor member  336  can be used to bring the electrodes  318  into contact with a vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries), for example as described herein, by application of a variety of pressures. Optionally, the anchor member  336  can be configured to include one or more electrodes. 
     Each of the wires  326  and the wire  340 , upon being used to impart the curves in their respective members, can then be releasably locked in place by inhibiting or preventing longitudinal movement of the wire  326 ,  340  relative the elongate body  302 . For example, a clamp or other device can be used to create contact between the wire  326 ,  340  and the surface of the lumen  328 ,  338  sufficient to inhibit or prevent the wire  326 ,  340  from moving relative the surface of the lumen  328 ,  338 . This clamping action can also function as a hemostasis valve to reduce or minimize blood loss. 
       FIGS.  3 A and  3 B  also illustrate a pulmonary artery catheter  344  (partially shown to show detail of catheter  300 ) that can be used with the catheter  300  in a catheter system. The pulmonary artery catheter  344  includes an elongate catheter body  346  having a first or proximal end  348 , a second or distal end  350 , a peripheral surface  352 , and an interior surface  354  opposite the peripheral surface  352 . The interior surface  354  at least partially defines a lumen  356  that extends between the first end  348  and the second end  350  of the elongate catheter body  346 . The lumen  356  is of a sufficient size and shape to house at least a portion of the catheter  300  inside the lumen  356  during delivery of the catheter  300 . For example, the anchor member  336  and the at least two elongate stimulation members  314 , along with a least a portion of the elongate body  302 , can be positioned at least partially n the lumen  356 . The anchor member  336 , the at least two elongate stimulation members  314 , and at least a portion of the elongate body  302  can be deployed from the distal end  350  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344  during the delivery and implantation of the catheter  300 . 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  344  can further include an inflatable balloon  358  on the peripheral surface  352  of the elongate catheter body  346 . The inflatable balloon  358  includes a balloon wall  360  having an interior surface  362  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  352  of the elongate catheter body  346 , at least partially defines a fluid-tight volume  364 . The pulmonary artery catheter  344  further includes an inflation lumen  366  that extends through the elongate catheter body  346 . The inflation lumen  366  includes a first opening  368  into the fluid-tight volume  364  of the inflatable balloon  358  and a second opening  370  proximal to the first opening  368  to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  364  to inflate and deflate the balloon  358 , respectively. A syringe or other such devices containing the fluid (e.g., saline, contrast, gas (e.g., oxygen)) can be used to inflate and deflate the balloon  358 .  FIG.  3 A  shows the balloon  358  in an inflated state, while  FIG.  3 B  shows the balloon  358  in a deflated state. 
     The catheter system can be used to position the catheter  300  in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. The pulmonary artery catheter  344 , with the catheter  300  positioned within the lumen  356 , can be introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision and guided to the right ventricle. For example, the catheter  300  can be inserted into the vasculature via a peripheral vein of the arm (e.g., as with a peripherally inserted central catheter). Changes in a subject&#39;s electrocardiography and/or pressure signals from the vasculature can be used to guide and locate the catheter  300  within the subject&#39;s heart. Once in the proper location, the balloon  358  can be inflated to allow the pulmonary artery catheter  344  and the catheter  300  to be carried by the flow of blood from the right ventricle to the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries. Optionally, various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the catheter  300  and/or catheter system in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     The catheter system can be advance along the main pulmonary artery until the distal end  350  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344  contacts the top of the main pulmonary artery (e.g., a location distal to the pulmonary valve and adjacent to both of the pulmonary arteries). The advancement can be with the balloon  358  in the inflated or deflated state. Once the distal end  350  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344  reaches the top of the main pulmonary artery, the elongate catheter body  346  can be moved relative the catheter  300  so as to deploy the catheter  300  from the lumen  356  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344 . 
     The peripheral surface of the catheter body  302  may include markings, for example starting and extending from the first end  304  towards the second end  306  of the catheter  300 . The distance between the markings can be of units (e.g., millimeters, inches, etc.), which can allow the length between the distal end  350  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344  and the top of the main pulmonary artery to be determined. A marking can also or alternatively be provided on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  302  that indicates when the distal end  350  of the pulmonary artery catheter  344  is clear of the anchor member  336  and the elongate stimulation members  314 . In some examples, a positioning gauge can be used to locate the catheter  300  within the main pulmonary artery, for example as discussed in further detail herein. 
     The ability to measure distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery may be helpful in placing the electrodes  318  in a desired location in the main pulmonary artery. In addition or alternative to measuring the distance from which the second end  306  of the elongate body  302  is placed from the top of the main pulmonary artery, the elongate body  302  can also be used to identify or map a position (e.g., a desired or optimal position) for the electrodes  314  within the vasculature. For example, the second end  306  of the elongate body  302  can be positioned at a desired distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery using the markings on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  302 . The wires  326  and  340  can then be used to impart the curves into the elongate stimulation members  314  and the anchor member  336 . Using the wires  326  and the wire  340 , the elongate stimulation members  314  and the anchor member  336  can be imparted with curves of sufficient size to contact a surface of the main pulmonary artery, such as the anterior surface of the main pulmonary artery, which can bring the electrodes  318  into contact with the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries (the left pulmonary artery or the right pulmonary artery). The anchor member  336 , as will be appreciated, biases and helps to anchor the electrodes  318  along the vessel surface (e.g., along the posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries (the left pulmonary artery or the right pulmonary artery)). 
     Due to its adjustable nature (e.g., depending at least partially on how much pressure or longitudinal force is applied to the wire  340 ), the anchor member  336  can be used to bring the electrodes  318  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries with a variety of pressures. For example, the anchor member  336  can bring the electrodes  318  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries with a first pressure. Using the stimulation system, for example as discussed herein, stimulation electrical energy can be delivered across combinations of two or more of the at least one electrode  318  in the electrode array. It is possible for the subject&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded for comparison to other subsequent tests. 
     For any of the catheters and/or catheter systems discussed herein, any combination of electrodes, including reference electrodes (e.g., as discussed herein), positioned n or on the subject&#39;s body, can be used in providing stimulation to and sensing cardiac signals from the subject. 
     The pressure may be reduced and the elongate body  302  can be rotated in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction to reposition the electrodes  318  in contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. The stimulation system can be used to deliver stimulation electrical energy across combinations of two or more of the at least one electrode  318  in the electrode array. The subject&#39;s cardiac response to this test can then be monitored and recorded for comparison to previous and/or subsequent tests. In this way, a preferred location for the position of the electrodes  318  along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries can be identified. Once the preferred location for the position of the electrodes  318  has been identified, the wire  340  can be used to increase the pressure applied by the anchor member  336 , which can help to further anchor the catheter  300  in the patient. 
       FIG.  4 A  is a side perspective and partial cross-sectional view of another example of a catheter  400 .  FIG.  4 B  is a distal end view of the catheter  400  of  FIG.  4 A  as viewed along line  4 B- 4 B in  FIG.  4 A . The catheter  400  includes at least the structures as discussed herein with respect to the catheter  300 , so a detailed discussion of shared or similar elements is not repeated but the element numbers are incremented in the hundreds place in  FIGS.  4 A and  4 B  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  414  comprises a plurality of electrodes  418  (e.g., three electrodes  418  as illustrated in  FIGS.  4 A and  4 B , although other numbers (e.g., one, two, four, five, or more) are also possible). The electrodes  418  on the elongate stimulation members  414  form an electrode array. The electrodes  418  on each of the stimulation members  414  are electrically isolated from one another. 
     The catheter  400  further includes a structure  472  extending between at least two of the least two elongate stimulation members  414 . The structure  472  is flexible such that it can transition between a delivery or low-profile state (radially folded state) that allows the structure  472  to be delivered into the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries, and a deployed or expanded state (radially expanded) as illustrated in  FIG.  4 A . The wires  426  and the least two elongate stimulation members  414  can be used to bring the structure  472  into its deployed or expanded state, for example as described herein. An example of the structure  472  is a mesh structure. 
     The structure  472  comprises a plurality of flexible strands that are connected to form a pattern of openings between the strands. One or more electrodes  474  can be present at one or more of the connections of the strands. The electrodes  474  can themselves form an electrode array, or together with the electrodes  418  may form an electrode array. In examples comprising a plurality of electrodes  474 , the electrodes  474  can be aligned (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  4 A ), in a two-dimensional pattern, in a three-dimensional pattern (e.g., accounting for the curvature of the stimulation member elongate body  422 ), or scattered without a specific order. The strands can comprise the same material as the elongate body  402  and/or the elongate stimulation members  414  or material that is different than the elongate body  402  and/or the elongate stimulation members  414 . The strands may comprise insulative material. Examples of insulative material for one or more portions of the catheters and structures provided herein can include, but are not limited to, medical grade polyurethanes, such as polyester-based polyurethanes, polyether-based polyurethanes, and polycarbonate-based polyurethanes; polyamides, polyamide block copolymers, polyolefins such as polyethylene (e.g., high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene), and polyimides, among others. 
     The structure  472  can have a predefined shape that helps to locate and position at least one of the elongate stimulation members  414  and the electrodes  418  thereon. For example, the structure  472  can be used to adjust and/or maintain the distance between electrodes  418  on the adjacent stimulation members  414 . 
     The structure  472  can include one or more additional electrode  474 . The additional electrode  474  can either be positioned on the structure  472  or formed as an integral part of the structure  472 . Each of the additional electrodes  474  may be electrically isolated from each of the other electrodes  474  and/or the electrodes  418 . The additional electrodes  474  each include a conductive element  476 . Each of the conductive elements  476  is electrically isolated from each other and can extend through the strands of the structure  472  from each respective additional electrode  474 , through the stimulation members  414  and the elongate body  402 , to the first end  404 . The conductive elements  476  terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  420  and  476  can be releasably coupled to the stimulation system, for example as discussed herein. In some examples, the conductive elements  420  may be non-releasably or permanently coupled to the stimulation system. The stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical energy that is conducted through the conductive elements  420 ,  476  to combinations of at least one of the additional electrodes  474  and/or at least one of the electrodes  418 . 
       FIG.  4 C  is a side perspective view of an example of a portion  401  of a catheter. The portion  401  may be used with the catheter  300 ,  400 , other catheters described herein, and the like. The portion  401  comprises a plurality of elongate splines  471 . The splines  471  may comprise resilient or shape memory material configured to form an expanded shape (e.g., the conical shape shown in  FIG.  4 C  or another shape) when not confined, for example in a catheter body. The portion  401  comprises a structure  472  extending between at least two of the elongate splines  471 . One or more electrodes  474  can be coupled to the structure  472  (e.g., by adhering, soldering, welding, tying, combinations thereof, and the like). The electrodes  474  may be aligned with the splines  471 , between the splines  471 , and combinations thereof. For example, in the portion  401 , the structure  472  is over three circumferentially-offset splines  471 . The middle set of four electrodes  474  is aligned with a middle spline  471  and the outer sets of four electrodes  474  are between the middle spline  471  and the outer splines  471 , forming a 3×4 array or matrix of electrodes  474 . In examples comprising a plurality of electrodes  474 , the electrodes  474  can be aligned (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  4 C ) in a two-dimensional pattern, in a three-dimensional pattern (e.g., accounting for the curvature of the expanded shape of the splines  471 ), or scattered without a specific order. The electrodes  474  can themselves form an electrode array, or together with other electrodes (e.g., on the splines  471 ) may form an electrode array. 
     The structure  472  can comprise a woven or knitted mesh or membrane. The structure may comprise insulative material, for example medical grade polyurethanes, such as polyester-based polyurethanes, polyether-based polyurethanes, and polycarbonate-based polyurethanes; polyamides, polyamide block copolymers, polyolefins such as polyethylene (e.g., high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene), and polyimides, and the like. 
     In some examples, the structure  472  may be slid over the splines  471 . For example, lateral edges or medial sections of the structure  472  may include loops configured to be slid over the splines  471 . Although illustrated in  FIG.  4 C  as arcuate over part of the circumference of the portion  401 , the structure  472  may be arcuate around an entire circumference of the portion  401 . In certain such examples, the structure  472  can be slid over the splines  471  as a telescoping tube. The structure  472  may be coupled to the splines  471  and/or tethered to a catheter. 
     In some examples, a plurality of structures  472  may be used. For example, a plurality of partially arcuate structures may be positioned around the splines  471  (e.g., in different circumferential positions, in overlapping circumferential positions, and/or in the same circumferential position (e.g., with different electrode  474  patterns)). For another example, a structure  472  may be substantially tubular such that it can be slid over a single spline, and a plurality of such structures  472  can be used on different splines or even the same spline. 
     Forming electrodes on a structure  472  can aid in manufacturing. For example, the electrodes  474  can be coupled to the structure  472  independent of forming the splines  471  (e.g., as opposed to forming electrodes in or on the splines  471 ). In some examples, the electrodes  474  can be formed on the structure  472 , for example like flex circuit manufacturing. The structure  472  may also help to position conductive elements electrically connecting the electrodes  474  to a stimulation system. 
     The catheter  400  optionally comprises an anchor wire  478  extending longitudinally through the stimulation member elongate body  422 . The elongate body  402  and the member elongate body  422  include a surface at least partially defining a lumen having a first opening at the proximal end  404  and a second opening at or adjacent to the distal end  424  of the stimulation member elongate body  422 . The anchor wire  478  freely passes through the lumen, with a first end  480  extending from the elongate body  422  at the proximal end  404  of the elongate body  402  and a second end  482  comprising an anchoring structure (e.g., a barb) that extends from the second opening at or adjacent to the distal end  424  of the stimulation member elongate body  422 . The anchor wire  478  can be advance through the lumen (e.g., longitudinal force can be applied to the first end  480  of the anchor wire  478 ) to extend the anchoring structure away from the stimulation member elongate body  414 . The anchor member  436  may help to anchor the catheter  400  in the subject, for example as discussed herein. The anchor wire  478  can also or alternatively be used to help secure the catheter  400  in the subject at a desired location. One or more of the anchor wire  478  and the associated structures can also be included with the catheter  300 . Optionally, the anchor wire  478  can be configured and used as an electrode with the stimulation system of the present disclosure. For example, the anchor wire  478  can be configured as an anode and one or more of the electrodes  418 ,  474  can be configured as a cathode and/or an anode, and/or the anchor wire  478  can be configured as a cathode and one or more of the electrodes  418 ,  474  can be configured as an anode and/or a cathode. 
       FIG.  4 A  also illustrates a pulmonary artery catheter  444  (partially shown to show detail of catheter  400 ), for example similar to the pulmonary artery catheter  344  discussed herein. A catheter system comprising the pulmonary artery catheter  444  can be used to position the catheter  400  in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. The pulmonary artery catheter  444  with the catheter  400  positioned within the lumen  454  is introduced into vasculature through a percutaneous incision and guided to the right ventricle. The balloon  458  is inflated through the inflation lumen  466 , allowing the pulmonary artery catheter  444  and the catheter  400  to be carried by the flow of blood from the right ventricle to the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. 
     The catheter system shown in  FIGS.  4 A and  4 B  comprises an optional positioning gauge  484 . The positioning gauge  484  includes an elongate gauge body  486  having a first end  488  and a bumper end  490  distal to the first end  488 . The elongate gauge body  486  can be moved longitudinally within a lumen  492  at least partially defined by a surface that extends through the elongate body  402  from its first end  404  through the second end  406 . The bumper end  490  can have a shape with an example surface area being no less than a surface area of the distal end  406  of the elongate body  402  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis  408 . The elongate gauge body  486  extends through the lumen  492  to position the bumper end  490  distal to the second end  406  of the elongate body  402 . The first end  488  of the position gauge  484  extends proximally from the first end  404  of the elongate body  402 . The elongate gauge body  486  may include a marking  494  that indicates a length between the second end  406  of the elongate body  402  and the bumper end  490  of the position gauge  484 . 
     During navigating the catheter  400 , the bumper end  490  of the positioning gauge  484  may be approximately longitudinally even with the distal end  424  of the stimulation member elongate body  422 , the distal end  442  of the anchor member  436 , and the distal end  450  of the pulmonary artery catheter  444  (e.g., the elongate body  402 , the anchor member  436 , and the elongate stimulation members  414  are positioned in the lumen  456  of the pulmonary artery catheter  444 ). In this configuration, the catheter system can be advance along the main pulmonary artery until the bumper end  490  of the positioning gauge  484  contacts the top of the main pulmonary artery (e.g., a location distal to the pulmonary valve and adjacent to both the pulmonary arteries). The catheter system can be distally advanced when beyond the pulmonary valve with the balloon  458  in the inflated or deflated state. 
     Once the bumper end  490  contacts the top of the main pulmonary artery, the pulmonary artery catheter  444  (with the catheter  400  positioned in the lumen  456 ) can be moved relative the bumper end  490  (e.g., the pulmonary artery catheter  444  and the catheter  400  can be moved away from the bumper end  490 ). As the pulmonary artery catheter  444  and the catheter  400  move relative to the bumper end  490 , the markings  494  on the elongate gauge body  486  can be used to indicate a length between the distal end  224  of the stimulation member elongate body  422 , the distal end  442  of the anchor member  436 , the distal end  450  of the pulmonary artery catheter  444 , and the bumper end  490  of the position gauge  484 . The distance between the markings  494  can be in certain units (e.g., millimeters, inches, etc.), which can allow the length the between the distal end  424  of the stimulation member elongate body  422 , the distal end  442  of the anchor member  436 , and the distal end  450  of the pulmonary artery catheter  444  to be determined. Once a length that is desired is achieved, the pulmonary artery catheter  444  can be moved relative the catheter  400  so as to deploy the anchor member  436  and the elongate stimulation members  414  with the electrodes  418  within the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. 
     The ability to measure distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery may be helpful in placing the electrodes  418  in a desired location in the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. For example, the distal end  424  of the stimulation member elongate body  422  and the distal end  442  of the anchor member  436  can be positioned at the desired distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery using the markings  494  on the peripheral surface of the positioning gauge  484 . The wires  426 ,  440  can be used to impart curves into the elongate stimulation members  414  and the anchor member  436 , respectively. Using the wires  426  and the wire  440 , the elongate stimulation members  414  and the anchor member  436  can be provided with curves of sufficient size to contact the anterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and bring the electrodes  418  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery. The anchor member  436  can bias and help to anchor the electrodes  418  along the vessel surface (e.g., along the posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery). Optionally, the anchor member  436  can be configured to include one or more electrodes  418 , for example as discussed herein. 
     Due to its adjustable nature (e.g., changing apposition pressure depending on the amount of longitudinal force or pressure is applied to the wire  440 ), the anchor member  436  can be used to bring the electrodes  418  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries under a variety of pressures. For example, the anchor member  436  can bring the electrodes  418  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries under a first pressure. Using stimulation electrical energy from the stimulation system, electrical energy can be delivered across combinations of two or more of the electrodes  418 ,  474 . The subject&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy can then be monitored and recorded for comparison to subsequent tests. If desired, the longitudinal pressure applied to the anchor member  436  can be reduced, and the elongate body  402  can be rotated in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction and/or lengthwise relative to the top of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries to reposition the electrodes  418  in contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. The stimulation system can again be used to deliver stimulation electrical energy across combinations of two or more of the electrodes  418 ,  474 . The subject&#39;s cardiac response to this subsequent test can then be monitored and recorded for comparison to previous and subsequent tests. In this way, a preferred location for the position of the electrodes  418  along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries can be identified. Once identified, the wire  440  can be used to increase the pressure applied by the anchor member  436 , thereby helping to better anchor the catheter  400  in the patient. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  5   , an example of a catheter  500  is shown, where the catheter  500  may include the structures and features of the other catheters discussed herein. As illustrated, the catheter  500  includes an elongate body  502  having a first end  504  and a second end  506  distal from the first end  504 . As illustrated, the elongate body  502  includes an elongate radial axis  508  that extends through the first end  504  and the second end  506  of the elongate body  502 . As illustrated, a first plane  510  extends through the elongate radial axis  508  over the length of the elongate body  502 . A second plane  512  perpendicularly intersects the first plane  510  along the longitudinal axis  508  of the elongate body  502 . The first plane  510  and the second plane  512  divide a first volume  516  into a first quadrant volume  532  and a second quadrant volume  534 . The catheter  500  further includes at least two elongate stimulation members  514 , as discussed herein, that extend from the elongate body  502 . Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514 - 1  and  514 - 2  curves into a first volume  516  defined at least in part by the first plane  510 . For example, the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  may extend from approximately the second end  506  of the elongate body  502  into the first volume  516 . 
       FIG.  5    also illustrates at least one electrode  518  on each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514 . The at least one electrode  518  on each of the elongate stimulation members  514  form an electrode array in the first volume  516 . The at least one electrode  518  on each of the elongate stimulation members  514  may be electrically isolated from one another and/or may comprise an electrically insulating material. The catheter  500  also includes conductive elements  520  that extend through and/or along each of the elongate stimulation members  514 . As discussed herein, the conductive elements  520  can conduct electrical current to combinations of two or more of the electrodes  518 . The conductive elements  520  may be electrically isolated from each other. The conductive elements  520  may terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  520  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system, for example as discussed herein. In some examples, the conductive elements  520  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). The stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical energy that is conducted through the conductive elements  520  and delivered across combinations of the electrodes  518  in the electrode array. 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  includes a stimulation member elongate body  522  having a distal end  524  that can move relative to each other. In other words, the distal ends  524  of each of the stimulation member elongate bodies  522  are free of each other. As illustrated in  FIG.  5   , the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  curve only in the first volume  516  defined at least in part by the first plane  510 .  FIG.  5    also illustrates a second volume  530  defined at least in part by the first plane  510  (being opposite the first volume  516 ) that contains no electrodes.  FIG.  5    also illustrates an example in which the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  include a first elongate stimulation member  514 - 1  and a second elongate stimulation member  514 - 2 , where the first elongate stimulation member  514 - 1  curves into the first quadrant volume  532  and the second elongate stimulation member  514 - 2  curves into the second quadrant volume  534 , as previously discussed herein. The catheter  500  also includes an anchor member  536  that extends from the elongate body  502  into the second volume  530 . As illustrated, the anchor member  536  does not include an electrode. The anchor member  536  includes an elongate body  538  as previously discussed in connection with previous figures. Optionally, the anchor member  536  can be configured to include one or more of the electrodes  518  as discussed herein. 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and the anchor member  536  can also include a wire  566  extending longitudinally through the stimulation member elongate body  522  and the elongate body  538 , respectively. The wire  566  can provide each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and the anchor member  536  with a predefined shape. For example, the wire  566  in each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and the anchor member  536  can have a coil or helical configuration that imparts a curve to the stimulation member elongate body  522  and the elongate body  538 , respectively. The wire  566  can also impart stiffness to the stimulation member elongate body  522  that is sufficient to maintain the predefined shape under the conditions within the vasculature of the patient. So, for example, the wire  566  provides sufficient stiffness and flexibility to the stimulation member elongate body  522  to elastically return the least two elongate stimulation members  514  to their curved configuration when placed in the vasculature of a patient. 
     The wire  566  can be formed of a variety of metals or metal alloys. Examples of such metals or metal alloys include surgical grade stainless steel, such as austenitic 516 stainless among others, and the nickel and titanium alloy known as Nitinol. Other metals and/or metal alloys can also be used as desired and/or required. The predefined shape may be adapted to conform to a particular anatomical structure (e.g., the right or left pulmonary artery or other portion of a pulmonary trunk). 
     The at least two elongate stimulation members  514  can also include an anchor wire  544 , as discussed herein, extending longitudinally through a lumen in the stimulation member elongate body  522  and the elongate body  502 . The anchor wire  544  includes a first end  546  extending from the elongate body  502  and a second end  548  having an anchoring structure (e.g., a barb). The anchor wire  544  can be advanced through the lumen (e.g., longitudinal force can be applied to the first end  546  of the anchor wire  544 ) to extend the anchoring structure away from the stimulation member elongate body  514 . In addition to the use of the anchor member  536  in helping to better anchor the catheter  500  in the patient, as discussed herein, the anchor wire  544  can also be used to help secure the catheter  500  in the patient at the desired location. Optionally, the anchor wire  544  can be configured and used as an electrode with the stimulation system of the present disclosure. 
     In accordance with several examples, the catheter  500  further includes a pulmonary artery catheter  591 , as discussed herein. As illustrated, the pulmonary artery catheter  591  (partially shown to show detail of catheter  500 ) that can be used with catheter  500  to provide for a catheter system. The pulmonary artery catheter  591  includes an elongate catheter body  5100  with a first end  5102 , a second end  5104 , a peripheral surface  5106  and an interior surface  5108 , opposite the peripheral surface  5106 . The interior surface  5108  defines a lumen  5110  that extends between the first end  5102  and the second end  5104  of the elongate catheter body  5100 . The lumen  5110  is of a sufficient size and shape to house at least a portion of the catheter  500  inside the lumen  5110  during delivery of the catheter  500 . For example, the anchor member  536  and the at least two elongate stimulation members  514 , along with a least a portion of the elongate body  502 , can be positioned within the lumen  5110  during delivery. The anchor member  536 , the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and at least a portion of the elongate body  502  can be deployed from the distal end  5104  of the pulmonary artery catheter  591  during the delivery and implantation of the catheter  500 . 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  591  can further include an inflatable balloon  5112  on the peripheral surface  5106  of the elongate catheter body  5100 . The inflatable balloon  5112  includes a balloon wall  5114  with an interior surface  5116  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  5106  of the elongate catheter body  5100 , defines a fluid tight volume  5118 . The pulmonary artery catheter  591  further includes an inflation lumen  5120  that extends through the elongate catheter body  5100 , where the inflation lumen  5120  has a first opening  5122  into the fluid tight volume  5118  of the inflatable balloon  5112  and a second opening  5124  proximal to the first opening  5122  to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume  5118  to inflate and deflate the balloon  5112 , as discussed herein. The catheter system shown in  FIG.  5    can be used, for example, to position the catheter  500  in the main pulmonary artery  202  and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries  206 ,  208  of the patient, for example as described herein. The at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and the anchor member  536  can be repositioned within the lumen  5110  of the pulmonary artery catheter  591  by moving the elongate catheter body  5100  relative to the elongate body  502  back over the at least two elongate stimulation members  514  and the anchor member  536 . The catheter system illustrated in  FIG.  5    can optionally include the positioning gauge, as discussed in connection with  FIGS.  4 A and  4 B , for example. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  6   , another example of a catheter  600  is shown. As illustrated, the catheter  600  includes an elongate body  602  having a first end  604  and a second end  606  distal from the first end  604 . As illustrated, the elongate body  602  includes an elongate radial axis  608  that extends through the first end  604  and the second end  606  of the elongate body  602 . As illustrated, a first plane  610  extends through the elongate radial axis  608  over the length of the elongate body  602 . A second plane  612  perpendicularly intersects the first plane  610  along the longitudinal axis  608  of the elongate body  602 . The first plane  610  and the second plane  612  divide a first volume  616  into a first quadrant volume  632  and a second quadrant volume  634 . The catheter  600  includes at least two elongate stimulation members  614  that extend from the elongate body  602 . Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614 - 1  and  614 - 2  curves into a first volume  616  defined at least in part by the first plane  610 . For example, the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  extend from approximately the second end  606  of the elongate body  602  into the first volume  616 . 
       FIG.  6    also illustrates at least one electrode  618  on each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614 . Multiple electrodes  618  on the elongate stimulation members  614  may form an electrode array in the first volume  616 . The catheter  600  also includes conductive elements  620  that extend through and/or along each of the elongate stimulation members  614 . As discussed previously, the conductive elements  620  can conduct electrical current to combinations of two or more of the electrodes  618 . 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  includes a stimulation member elongate body  622  each having a distal end  624  that extends from the elongate body  602 . In some examples (such as illustrated in  FIG.  6   ), the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  curve only in the first volume  616  defined at least in part by the first plane  610 .  FIG.  6    also illustrates a second volume  630  defined at least in part by the first plane  610  (being opposite the first volume  616 ) that contains no electrodes.  FIG.  6    further illustrates an example in which the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  include a first elongate stimulation member  614 - 1  and a second elongate stimulation member  614 - 2 , where the first elongate stimulation member  614 - 1  curves into the first quadrant volume  632  and the second elongate stimulation member  614 - 2  curves into the second quadrant volume  634 , such as previously discussed herein. The catheter  600  also includes an anchor member  636  that extends from the elongate body  602  into the second volume  630 . As illustrated, the anchor member  636  does not include an electrode. The anchor member  636  includes an elongate body  638  such as previously discussed. Optionally, the anchor member  636  can be configured to include one or more of the electrodes  618 . 
     Each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and the anchor member  636  can also include a wire  666  extending longitudinally through and/or along the stimulation member elongate body  622  and the elongate body  638 , respectively. The wire  666  can provide each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and the anchor member  636  with a predefined shape. For example, the wire  666  in each of the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and the anchor member  636  can have a coil or helical configuration that imparts a curve to the stimulation member elongate body  622  and the elongate body  638 , respectively. The wire  666  can also impart stiffness to the stimulation member elongate body  622  that is sufficient to maintain the predefined shape under the conditions within the vasculature of the patient. So, for example, the wire  666  can provide sufficient stiffness and flexibility to the stimulation member elongate body  622  to elastically return the least two elongate stimulation members  614  to their curved configuration when placed in the vasculature of a patient. The wire  666  can be formed of a variety of metals or metal alloys such as those as discussed herein in connection with other examples. 
     The at least two elongate stimulation members  614  can also include an anchor wire  644  extending longitudinally through and/or along the stimulation member elongate body  622 . The anchor wire  644  includes a first end  646  extending from the elongate body  602  and a second end  648  having an anchoring structure (e.g., a barb). Longitudinal force applied to the first end  646  of the anchor wire  644  advances the anchor wire  644  through the stimulation member elongate body  614  to extend the anchoring structure away from the stimulation member elongate body  614 . Optionally, the anchor wire  644  can be configured and used as an electrode with the stimulation system of the present disclosure. 
     The catheter  600  further includes a pulmonary artery catheter  691 , as previously discussed herein. As illustrated, the pulmonary artery catheter  691  (partially shown to show detail of catheter  600 ) can be used with the catheter  600  to provide a catheter system. The pulmonary artery catheter  691  includes an elongate catheter body  670  with a first end  680 , a second end  682 , a peripheral surface  676  and an interior surface  672 , opposite the peripheral surface  676 . The interior surface  672  defines a lumen  674  that extends between the first end  680  and the second end  682  of the elongate catheter body  670 . The lumen  674  may be of a sufficient size and shape to house at least a portion of the catheter  600  inside the lumen  674  during delivery of the catheter  600 . For example, the anchor member  636  and the at least two elongate stimulation members  614 , along with a least a portion of the elongate body  602 , can be positioned within the lumen  674 . The anchor member  636 , the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and at least a portion of the elongate body  602  can be deployed from the distal end  682  of the pulmonary artery catheter  691  during the delivery and implantation of the catheter  600 . 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  691  can further include an inflatable balloon  668  on the peripheral surface  676  of the elongate catheter body  670 . The inflatable balloon  668  has a balloon wall  688  with an interior surface  690  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  676  of the elongate catheter body  670  defines a fluid tight volume  692 . The pulmonary artery catheter  691  further includes an inflation lumen  694  that extends through the elongate catheter body  670 , where the inflation lumen  694  has a first opening  696  into the fluid tight volume  692  of the inflatable balloon  668  and a second opening  698  proximal to the first opening  696  to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume  692  to inflate and deflate the balloon  668 , for example as previously discussed herein. The catheter system shown in  FIG.  6    can be used to position the catheter  600  in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. The at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and the anchor member  636  can be repositioned within the lumen  694  of the pulmonary artery catheter  691  by moving the elongate catheter body  670  relative the elongate body  602  back over the at least two elongate stimulation members  614  and the anchor member  636 . The catheter system illustrated in  FIG.  6    can optionally include the positioning gauge, as discussed in connection with  FIGS.  4 A and  4 B , for example. 
     Referring now to  FIGS.  7 A and  7 B , there is shown alternative examples of a pulmonary artery catheter  791  that can be used with any of the catheters described herein (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500  or  600 ). As illustrated, the pulmonary artery catheter  791  includes an elongate catheter body  7100  with a first end  7102 , a second end  7104 , a peripheral surface  7106  and an interior surface  7108 , opposite the peripheral surface  7106 . The interior surface  7108  defines a lumen  7110  that extends between the first end  7102  and the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . The lumen  7110  is of a sufficient size and shape to house at least a portion of the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500  or  600 ) inside the lumen  7110  during delivery of the catheter. For example, the anchor member and the at least two elongate stimulation members, along with a least a portion of the elongate body, can be positioned within the lumen  7110 . The anchor member, the at least two elongate stimulation members and at least a portion of the elongate body can be deployed from the distal end  7104  of the pulmonary artery catheter  791  during the delivery and implantation of the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500  or  600 ). 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  791  includes an inflatable balloon  7112 . As illustrated, the inflatable balloon  7112  is positioned on an elongate inflation catheter body  7300  that passes through a balloon lumen  7302 . The balloon lumen  7302  is defined by lumen surface  7304  that can extend from the first end  7102  through the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . The balloon lumen  7302  has a cross-sectional dimension that allows the elongate inflation catheter body  7300  to longitudinally move within the balloon lumen  7302 . As such, the inflatable balloon  7112  can be moved relative to the distal end  7104  of the pulmonary artery catheter  791 . 
     The inflatable balloon  7112  has a balloon wall  7114  with an interior surface  7116  that along with a portion of a peripheral surface  7106  of the elongate inflation catheter body  7300  defines a fluid tight volume  7116 . The elongate inflation catheter body  7300  further includes an inflation lumen  7120  that extends through the elongate inflation catheter body  7300 , where the inflation lumen  7120  has a first opening  7122  into the fluid tight volume  7116  of the inflatable balloon  7112  and a second opening  7124  proximal to the first opening  7122  to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume  7116  to inflate and deflate the balloon  7112 . A syringe, or other known devices, containing the fluid (e.g., saline or a gas (e.g., oxygen)) can be used to inflate and deflate the balloon  7112 . The cross-sectional dimension of the balloon lumen  7302  is also sufficient to allow the inflatable balloon  7112  in its fully deflated state to be housed within the lumen  7302 . The inflatable balloon  7112  along with at least a portion of the elongate inflation catheter body  7300  can be extended from the second end  7104  when the inflatable balloon  7112  is to be inflated. 
       FIG.  7 B  illustrates an alternative example of the pulmonary artery catheter  791  that can be used with any of the catheters (e.g., catheters  300 ,  400 ,  500 , or  600 ) according to the present disclosure. As with the pulmonary artery catheter  791  illustrated in  FIG.  7 A , the pulmonary artery catheter  791  includes an elongate catheter body  7100  with a first end  7102 , a second end  7104 , a peripheral surface  7106  and an interior surface, opposite the peripheral surface  7106 . The interior surface defines the lumen  7110  that extends between the first end  7102  and the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . The lumen  7110  is of a sufficient size and shape to house at least a portion of the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , or  600 ) inside the lumen  7110  during delivery of the catheter. For example, the anchor member and the at least two elongate stimulation members, along with a least a portion of the elongate body, can be positioned within the lumen  7110  (the example illustrated in  FIG.  7 B  has the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , or  600 ) fully inside the lumen  7110 ). The anchor member, the at least two elongate stimulation members and at least a portion of the elongate body can be deployed from the distal end  7104  of the pulmonary artery catheter  791  during the delivery and implantation of the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , or  600 ). 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  791  illustrated in  FIG.  7 B  includes two inflatable balloons  7112  (shown as  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  in  FIG.  7 B ). As illustrated, each of the inflatable balloons  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  are positioned on separate elongate inflation catheter bodies  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2 , where each of the elongate inflation catheter bodies  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2  pass through a balloon lumen  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2 , respectively. As illustrated, each balloon lumen  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2  is defined by a lumen surface  7304 - 1  and  7304 - 2 , respectively, which can extend from the first end  7102  through the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . The balloon lumens  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2  each have a cross-sectional dimension that allows the elongate inflation catheter body  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2  to longitudinally move within their respective balloon lumen  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2 . As such, each of the inflatable balloons  7112 - 1  and/or  7112 - 2  can be independently moved relative to the distal end  7104  of the pulmonary artery catheter  791 . As with  FIG.  7 A , the cross-sectional dimension of each balloon lumen  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2  may be sufficient to allow each respective inflatable balloon  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  in its fully deflated state to be housed within each respective balloon lumen  7302 - 1  and  7302 - 2 . Each inflatable balloon  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2 , along with at least a portion of the elongate inflation catheter body  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2 , can independently be extended from the second end  7104  when the inflatable balloon  7112 - 1  and/or  7112 - 2  is to be inflated. 
     Each of the inflatable balloons  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  has a balloon wall  7114 - 1  and  7114 - 2  with an interior surface  7116 - 1  and  7116 - 2 , respectively, which along with a portion of a peripheral surface  7106  of the elongate inflation catheter body  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2  define a fluid tight volume  7118 - 1  and  7118 - 2 , respectively. The elongate inflation catheter body  7300  further includes an inflation lumen  7120 - 1  and  7120 - 2  that extends through the elongate inflation catheter body  7300 - 1  and  7300 - 2 , respectively, where the inflation lumen  7120 - 1 ,  7120 - 2  has a first opening  7122 - 1 ,  7122 - 2  into the fluid tight volume  7118 - 1 ,  7118 - 2  of the inflatable balloon  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  and a second opening  7124 - 1  and  7124 - 2  proximal to the first opening  7122 - 1  and  7122 - 2  to allow for a fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  7118 - 1  and  7118 - 2  to inflate and deflate the balloon  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2 . Each of the inflatable balloons  7112 - 1  and  7112 - 2  can be independently moved relative to the second end  7104  of the elongate body  7100  as well as independently inflated, as discussed elsewhere herein. 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  791  further includes a positioning gauge  752 . The positioning gauge  752  includes an elongate gauge body  754  with a first end  756  and a bumper end  758  distal to the first end  756 . The elongate gauge body  754  can be moved longitudinally within a lumen  750  defined by a surface that extends through the elongate catheter body  7100 . The elongate gauge body  754  extends through the lumen  750  of the elongate catheter body  7100  to position the bumper end  758  beyond the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . The first end  756  of the position gauge  752  extends from the first end  7102  of the elongate catheter body  7100 , where the elongate gauge body  754  includes a marking that indicates a length between the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100  and the bumper end  758  of the position gauge  752 . 
     The pulmonary artery catheter  791  can also include a first anchor  729  that extends laterally from the peripheral surface  7106  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . As illustrated, the first anchor  729  has struts  731  that form an open framework. The struts  731  have a peripheral surface  733  having a largest outer dimension that allows the first anchor  729  (when deployed) to engage a surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries. A sheath can cover and hold the first anchor  729  in an undeployed state as the pulmonary artery catheter  791  and the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , or  600 ) are being introduced into the patient. 
     The catheter system shown in  FIGS.  7 A and  7 B  can be used to position a catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , and/or  600 ) in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the right and left pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. To accomplish this, the pulmonary artery catheter  791  with the catheter positioned within the lumen  7110  is introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision, and guided to the right ventricle (e.g., using a Swan-Ganz approach through an incision in the neck). For the catheter system of  FIG.  7 A , the balloon  7112  is inflated, as described, to allow the pulmonary artery catheter  791  and the catheter to be carried by the flow of blood from the right ventricle to the main pulmonary artery or one of the right or left pulmonary arteries. Once the pulmonary artery catheter  791  and the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 , and/or  600 ) have been carried from the right ventricle into the main pulmonary artery or one of the right or left pulmonary arteries the sheath can be retracted, thereby allowing the first anchor  729  to deploy within the main pulmonary artery. The first anchor  729  can be brought back into its undeployed state by positioning the sheath (e.g., advancing the sheath) back over the first anchor  729 . 
     With the first anchor  729  in its deployed position, the positioning gauge  752  can be used to determine a length between the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100  and the top of the main pulmonary artery (e.g., a location distal to the pulmonary valve and adjacent to both the right and left pulmonary arteries). Knowing this length, the catheter (e.g., catheter  300 ,  400 ,  500 ,  600 ) can be advanced from the lumen  7110  of the elongate catheter body  7100  to a location between the second end  7104  of the elongate catheter body  7100  and the top of the main pulmonary artery. This location can be determined, for example, using markings (e.g., markings providing a length in, for example, millimeters) on a portion of the elongate body of the catheter that extends proximally from the first end  7102  of the elongate catheter body  7100 . 
     Referring now to  FIGS.  8 A through  8 D , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  800  according to the present disclosure. The catheter  800  includes an elongate catheter body  801  having a first end  803  and a second end  805 . The elongate catheter body  801  also includes a peripheral surface  807  and an interior surface  809  defining an inflation lumen  811  (shown with a broken line) that extends at least partially between the first end  803  and the second end  805  of the elongate catheter body  801 . 
     The catheter  800  includes an inflatable balloon  813  on the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate catheter body  801 . The inflatable balloon  813  includes a balloon wall  815  with an interior surface  817  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate catheter body  801 , defines a fluid tight volume  819 . The inflation lumen  811  includes a first opening  821  into the fluid tight volume  819  of the inflatable balloon  813  and a second opening  823  proximal to the first opening  821  to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the volume  819  to inflate and deflate the balloon  813 . 
     The catheter  800  further includes a plurality of electrodes  825  positioned along the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate catheter body  801 . The plurality of electrodes  825  is located between the inflatable balloon  813  and the first end  803  of the elongate catheter body  801 . Conductive elements  827  extend through the elongate catheter body  801 , where the conductive elements  827  conduct electrical current to combinations of two or more of the plurality of electrodes  825 . 
     The catheter  800  further includes a first anchor  829  that extends laterally from the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate body  801 , the first anchor  829  having struts  831  forming an open framework. In the illustrated example, the struts  831  have a peripheral surface  833  having a largest outer dimension greater than the largest outer dimension of the inflatable balloon  813  (e.g., its largest diameter). As illustrated, the first anchor  829  has a center point  835  relative to the peripheral surface  833  that is eccentric relative to a center point  837  of the elongate catheter body  801  relative to the peripheral surface  807 . 
       FIGS.  8 A and  8 B  both show the first anchor  829 .  FIG.  8 A  shows the first anchor  829  positioned between the inflatable balloon  813  and the plurality of electrodes  825  positioned along the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate catheter body  801 .  FIG.  8 B  shows the first anchor  829  positioned between the plurality of electrodes  825  positioned along the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate catheter body  801  and the first end  803  of the elongate catheter body  801 . 
     For the catheter  800  shown in  FIG.  8 A , a portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  that includes the plurality of electrodes  825  may curve in a predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. To achieve the curving of this portion  839  that includes the plurality of electrodes  825 , the elongate catheter body  801  can be pre-stressed and/or the wall can have thicknesses that allow for the elongate catheter body  801  to curve in the predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. In addition, or alternatively, structures such as coils or a helix of wire having different turns per unit length can be located within the elongate catheter body  801  in the portion  839 . One or more of these structures can be used to allow the longitudinal compression to create the curve in the predefined radial direction in the portion  839 . To achieve the longitudinal compression, the first anchor  829  can be deployed in the vasculature of the patient (e.g., in the pulmonary artery), where the first anchor  829  provides a location or point of resistance against the longitudinal movement of the elongate body  801 . As such, this allows a compressive force to be generated in the elongate catheter body  801  sufficient to cause the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  along which the plurality of electrodes  825  are present to curve in the predefined radial direction. 
       FIG.  8 C  provides an illustration of the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  curved in a predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. The catheter  800  illustrated in  FIG.  8 C  is representative of the catheter shown in  FIG.  8 A  and is described herein. As illustrated, the catheter  800  has been at least partially positioned within the main pulmonary artery  8500  of a patient&#39;s heart (the catheter  800  can also be at least partially positioned within the right pulmonary artery  8504  as illustrated), where the balloon  813  and the first anchor  829  are located in the lumen of the left pulmonary artery  8502 . From this position, a compressive force applied to the elongate catheter body  801  can cause the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  with the plurality of electrodes  825  to curve in the predefined radial direction, thereby allowing (e.g., causing) the plurality of electrodes  825  to extend towards and/or touch the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500 . In accordance with several examples, the plurality of electrodes  825  are brought into position and/or contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500 . 
     Providing a rotational torque at the first end  803  of the elongate catheter body  801  can help to move the plurality of electrodes  825  relative to the luminal surface, thereby allowing a professional or clinician to “sweep” the plurality of electrodes  825  into different positions along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500 . As discussed herein, this allows for the patient&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded at a variety of locations along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500 . In this way, a preferred location for the position of the electrodes  825  along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500  can be identified. In accordance with other examples, the plurality of electrodes  825  may be brought into position and/or contact with the luminal surface of the left pulmonary artery  8502  or the right pulmonary artery  8504  or at other locations, as desired and/or required. 
     Alternatively, for the catheter  800  shown in  FIG.  8 B , the elongate catheter body  801  can include a second interior surface  841  defining a shaping lumen  843  that extends from the first end  803  towards the second end  805 . The catheter  800  of  FIG.  8 B  can also include a shaping wire  845  having a first end  847  and a second end  849 . In one example, the shaping lumen  843  has a size (e.g., a diameter) sufficient to allow the shaping wire  845  to pass through the shaping lumen  843  with the first end  847  of the shaping wire  845  proximal to the first end  803  of the elongate catheter body  801  and the second end  849  of the shaping wire  845  joined to the elongate catheter body  801  so that the shaping wire  845  imparts a curve into the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  having the plurality of electrodes  825  when tension is applied to the shaping wire  845 . 
       FIG.  8 D  provides an illustration of the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  curved in a predefined radial direction when using the shaping lumen and shaping wire as discussed herein (the catheter  800  illustrated in  FIG.  8 D  is the catheter shown in  FIG.  8 B  and is described herein). As illustrated, the catheter  800  has been at least partially positioned within the main pulmonary artery  8500  of a patient&#39;s heart, where the balloon  813  is located in the lumen of the left pulmonary artery  8502  and the first anchor  829  is located in the main pulmonary artery  8500 . From this position, the shaping wire  845  can be used to impart the curve into the portion  839  of the elongate catheter body  801  having the plurality of electrodes  825  when tension is applied to the shaping wire  845 , thereby allowing (e.g., causing) the plurality of electrodes  825  to extend towards and/or touch the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500  (the catheter  800  can also be at least partially positioned within the right pulmonary artery  8504  as illustrated). In accordance with several examples, the plurality of electrodes  825  are brought into position and/or contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery. In accordance with other examples, the plurality of electrodes  825  may be brought into position and/or contact with the luminal surface of the left pulmonary artery  8502  or the right pulmonary artery  8504  or at other locations, as desired and/or required. 
     Providing a rotational torque at the first end  803  of the elongate catheter body  801  can help to move the plurality of electrodes  825  relative to the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  8500  (and/or the right or left pulmonary artery), thereby allowing a professional or clinician to “sweep” the plurality of electrodes  825  into different positions along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery (and/or the right or left pulmonary artery), as discussed herein, so as to identify a preferred location for the position of the electrodes  825  along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery (and/or the right or left pulmonary artery). 
     As illustrated, the catheter  800  of  FIGS.  8 A and  8 B  both include an elongate delivery sheath  851  having a lumen  853  that extends over a peripheral surface  807  of the elongate body  801 . The elongate delivery sheath  851 , in a first position, can have the first anchor  829  positioned within the lumen  853  of the elongate delivery sheath  851 . As the elongate delivery sheath  851  moves relative to the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate body  801  the first anchor  829  extends from the peripheral surface  807  of the elongate body  801 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  9   , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  900 . As described for catheter  800 , catheter  900  includes an elongate catheter body  901  having a first end  903  and a second end  905 , a peripheral surface  907  and an interior surface  909  defining an inflation lumen  911  that extends at least partially between the first end  903  and the second end  905  of the elongate catheter body  901 . The catheter  900  includes an inflatable balloon  913  on the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate catheter body  901 , the inflatable balloon  913  having a balloon wall  915  with an interior surface  917  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate catheter body  901 , defines a fluid tight volume  919 . The inflation lumen  911  includes a first opening  921  into the fluid tight volume  919  of the inflatable balloon  913  and a second opening  923  proximal to the first opening  921  to allow for a fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) to move in and out of the volume  919  to inflate and deflate the balloon  913 . 
     The catheter  900  includes a plurality of electrodes  925  positioned along the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate catheter body  901 . As shown, the plurality of electrodes  925  is located between the inflatable balloon  913  and the first end  903  of the elongate catheter body  901 . Conductive elements  927  extend through the elongate catheter body  901 , where the conductive elements  927  conduct electrical current to combinations of one or more of the plurality of electrodes  925 . 
     The catheter  900  further includes a first anchor  929  and a second anchor  955  that both extend laterally from the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . Both the first anchor  929  and the second anchor  955  have struts  931  that form an open framework for the anchors. The struts  931  have a peripheral surface  933  having a largest outer dimension greater than the largest outer dimension of the inflatable balloon  913  (e.g., its largest diameter). As illustrated, the first anchor  929  has a center point  935  relative to the peripheral surface  933  that is eccentric relative to a center point  937  of the elongate catheter body  901  relative to the peripheral surface  907 . In contrast, the second anchor  955  has a center point  935  relative to the peripheral surface  933  that is concentric relative to the center point  937  of the elongate catheter body  901  relative to the peripheral surface  907 . In some examples, the first anchor  929  may have a center point  935  relative to the peripheral surface  933  that is concentric relative to the center point  937  of the elongate catheter body  901  relative to the peripheral surface  907  and/or the second anchor  955  may have a center point  935  relative to the peripheral surface  933  that is eccentric relative to a center point  937  of the elongate catheter body  901  relative to the peripheral surface  907 . 
     The catheter  900  includes an elongate delivery sheath  951  having a lumen  953  that extends over a peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . The elongate delivery sheath  951 , in a first position, can have the first anchor  929  and the second anchor  955  positioned within the lumen  953  of the elongate delivery sheath  951 . As the elongate delivery sheath  951  moves relative to the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901  the first anchor  929  extends from the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . As the elongate delivery sheath  951  moves further away from the inflatable balloon  913  relative to the peripheral surface  907 , the second anchor  955  extends from the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . 
     As illustrated, the plurality of electrodes  925  are located between the first anchor  929  and the second anchor  955 . A portion  939  of the elongate catheter body  901  that includes the plurality of electrodes  925  can be made to curve in a predefined radial direction in a variety of ways. For example, the portion  939  of the elongate catheter body  901  that includes the plurality of electrodes  925  can be made to curve in the predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression (as discussed herein). As with the catheter  800 , to cause the portion  939  that includes the plurality of electrodes  925  to curve, the elongate catheter body  901  can be pre-stressed and/or the wall can have thicknesses that allow for the elongate catheter body  901  to curve in the predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. In addition, or alternatively, structures such as coils of a helix of wire having different turns per unit length can be located within the elongate catheter body  901  in the portion  939 . One or more of these structures can be used to allow the longitudinal compression to create the curve in the predefined radial direction in the portion  939 . 
     To achieve the longitudinal compression, the first anchor  929  can be deployed in the vasculature of the patient, as discussed herein, where the first anchor  929  provides a location or point of resistance against the longitudinal movement of the elongate body  901 . As discussed herein for example, this can be accomplished by moving the elongate delivery sheath  951  relative to the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901  so as to allow the first anchor  929  to extend from the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . Once deployed, the first anchor  929  allows a compressive force to be generated in the elongate catheter body  901  sufficient to cause the portion  939  of the elongate catheter body  901  along which the plurality of electrodes  925  are present to curve in the predefined radial direction. Once the curve is formed in the predefined radial direction, the elongate delivery sheath  951  is moved further away from the inflatable balloon  913  relative to the peripheral surface  907  so as to allow the second anchor  955  to extend from the peripheral surface  907  of the elongate body  901 . 
     Alternatively, the elongate catheter body  901  of the catheter  900  can include a second interior surface  941  defining a shaping lumen  943  that extends from the first end  903  towards the second end  905 . The catheter  900  can also include a shaping wire  945  having a first end  947  and a second end  949 , where the shaping lumen  943  has a size (e.g., a diameter) sufficient to allow the shaping wire  945  to pass through the shaping lumen  943  with the first end  947  of the shaping wire  945  proximal to the first end  903  of the elongate catheter body  901  and the second end  949  of the shaping wire  945  joined to the elongate catheter body  901  so that the shaping wire  945  imparts a curve into the portion  939  of the elongate catheter body  901  having the plurality of electrodes  925  when tension is applied to the shaping wire  945 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  10   , there is shown an additional example of the catheter  1000 . As discussed above, catheter  1000  includes an elongate catheter body  1001  having a first end  1003 , a second end  1005 , a peripheral surface  1007  and an interior surface  1009  defining an inflation lumen  1011  that extends at least partially between the first end  1003  and the second end  1005  of the elongate catheter body  1001 . The catheter  1000  also includes an inflatable balloon  1013  on the peripheral surface  1007  of the elongate catheter body  1001 , where the inflatable balloon  1013  has the balloon wall  1015  with an interior surface  1017  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  1007  of the elongate catheter body  1001 , defines a fluid tight volume  1019 . The inflation lumen  1011  includes a first opening  1021  into the fluid tight volume  1019  of the inflatable balloon  1015  and a second opening  1023  proximal to the first opening  1021  to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the volume  1019  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1015 . 
     The elongate catheter body  1001  also includes a first anchor  1029  that can extend laterally from the peripheral surface  1007  of the elongate catheter body  1001 . As discussed herein, the first anchor  1029  includes struts  1031  forming an open framework with a peripheral surface  1033  having a largest outer dimension greater than the largest outer dimension of the inflatable balloon  1013  (e.g., its largest diameter). As illustrated, the first anchor  1029  has a center point  1035  relative to the peripheral surface  1033  that is eccentric relative to a center point  1037  of the elongate catheter body  1001  relative to the peripheral surface  1007 . 
     The catheter  1000  further includes an electrode catheter  1057  having an electrode elongate body  1059  and a plurality of electrodes  1025  positioned along a peripheral surface  1061  of the electrode elongate body  1059 . Conductive elements  1063  extend through and/or along the electrode elongate body  1059  of the electrode catheter  1057 , where the conductive elements  1063  conduct electrical current to combinations of one or more of the plurality of electrodes  1025 . As illustrated, the first anchor  1029  is positioned between the inflatable balloon  1013  and the plurality of electrodes  1025  positioned along the peripheral surface of the electrode elongate body  1059 . 
     The catheter  1000  further includes an attachment ring  1065  joined to the electrode catheter  1057  and positioned around the peripheral surface  1061  of the elongate catheter body  1001  proximal to both the first anchor  1029  and the inflatable balloon  1013 . In one example, the attachment ring  1065  holds a distal end  1067  of the electrode catheter  1057  in a static relationship to the elongate catheter body  1001 . From this position, a portion  1039  of the electrode elongate body  1059  that includes the plurality of electrodes  1025  can be made to curve in a predefined radial direction, as previously discussed. The configuration of the portion  1039  of the electrode elongate body  1059  that includes the plurality of electrodes  1025  that curves can have any of the configurations and curvature mechanisms as discussed herein. 
       FIG.  10    also illustrates an elongate delivery sheath  1051  having a lumen  1053  that extends over the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body  1001  and the electrode catheter  1057 . The elongate delivery sheath  1051 , in a first position, can have the first anchor  1029  positioned within the lumen  1053  of the elongate delivery sheath  1051 . As the elongate delivery sheath  1051  moves relative to the peripheral surface  1007  of the elongate body  1001  and the peripheral surface  1061  of the electrode catheter  1057 , the first anchor  1029  extends from (e.g., away from) the peripheral surface  1007  of the elongate body  1001 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  11   , a catheter system  1169  is shown in accordance with an example of the disclosure. The catheter system  1169  includes an elongate catheter body  1102  having a first end  1104 , a second end  1106 , a peripheral surface  1176  and an interior surface  1184  defining an inflation lumen  1194  that extends at least partially between the first end  1104  and the second end  1106  of the elongate catheter body  1102 . The elongate catheter body  1102  includes an elongate radial axis  1108  defined by an intersection of a first plane  1110  and a second plane  1112  perpendicular to the first plane  1110 , where the elongate radial axis  1108  extends through the first end  1104  and the second end  1106  of the elongate catheter body  1102 . 
     The catheter system  1169  further includes an inflatable balloon  1178  on the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1102 . The inflatable balloon  1178  has a balloon wall  1188  with an interior surface  1190  that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1102 , defines a fluid tight volume  1192 . The inflation lumen  1194  includes a first opening  1196  into the fluid tight volume  1192  of the inflatable balloon  1178  and a second opening  1198  proximal to the first opening  1196  to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the volume  1192  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1178 . 
     The catheter system  1169  further includes an electrode cage  11690  having two or more ribs  1171  that extend radially away from the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1102  towards the inflatable balloon  1178 . As illustrated, each of the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  11690  have a first end  11692  that extends away from the elongate catheter body  1101  towards the inflatable balloon  1178 . Each of the first ends  11692  of the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  11690  is free relative to every other first end of the ribs  1171 . In addition, the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  1169  curve into a first half  1116  of the first plane  1110 . Each of the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  1169  also includes one or more electrodes  1125 . The one or more electrodes  1125  on each of the ribs  1171  form an electrode array on the first half  1116  of the first plane  1110 . The catheter system  1169  further includes conductive elements  1120  extending through and/or along the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  1169  and the elongate catheter body  1101 , where the conductive elements  1120  conduct electrical current to combinations of one or more electrodes  1125  in the electrode array. 
     The catheter system  1169  also includes an anchoring cage  1173  having two or more of the ribs  1171  that extend radially away from the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1101  towards the inflatable balloon  1178 . As illustrated, the two or more ribs  1171  of the anchoring cage  1173  curve into the second half  1134  of the first plane  1110 . In the illustrated example, the two or more ribs  1171  of the anchoring cage  1173  do not include any electrodes. In some examples, one or more of the ribs  1171  of the anchoring cage  1173  include one or more electrodes. 
     The catheter system  1169  can further include a second inflatable balloon on the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1101 . For example, the elongate catheter body  1101  can further include a third end and a second interior surface defining a second inflation lumen that extends at least partially between the first end and the third end of the elongate catheter body  1101 . The second inflatable balloon may be located on the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1101  adjacent the third end of the elongate catheter body  1101 . As with the first inflatable balloon  1178 , the second inflatable balloon may include a balloon wall with an interior surface that, along with a portion of the peripheral surface  1176  of the elongate catheter body  1101 , defines a fluid tight volume. The second inflation lumen may include a first opening into the fluid tight volume of the second inflatable balloon and a second opening proximal to the first opening to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the volume to inflate and deflate the second balloon. 
       FIG.  11    also illustrates the elongate delivery sheath  1151  having a lumen  1153  that extends over the peripheral surface of the elongate catheter body  1101  and the ribs  1171  of both the electrode cage  1169  and the anchoring cage  1173 . The elongate delivery sheath  1151 , in a first position, can have the ribs  1171  of both the electrode cage  1169  and the anchoring cage  1173  within the lumen  1153  of the elongate delivery sheath  1151 . As the elongate delivery sheath  1151  moves relative to the peripheral surface  1107  of the elongate body  1101 , the ribs  1171  of the electrode cage  1169  extend from the elongate body  1101  to curve into the first half  1116  of the first plane  1110  and the ribs  1171  of the anchoring cage  1173  extend from the elongate body  1101  to curve into the second half  1134  of the first plane  1110 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  12 A , there is shown a perspective view of an example of a catheter  1200 . The catheter  1200  includes an elongate body  1202  having a first end  1204  and a second end  1206  distal from the first end  1204 . As illustrated, the elongate body  1202  includes a longitudinal center axis  1208  extending between the first end  1204  and the second end  1206  of the elongate body  1202 . The elongate body  1202  also includes a portion  1210  that has three or more surfaces  1212  defining a convex polygonal cross-sectional shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1208 . 
     As used herein, the convex polygonal cross-sectional shape of the elongate body  1202  includes those shapes for which every internal angle is less than 180 degrees and where every line segment between two vertices of the shape remains inside or on the boundary of the shape. Examples of such shapes include, but are not limited to, triangular, rectangular (as illustrated in  FIG.  12 A ), square, pentagon and hexagon, among others. 
     As illustrated, the catheter  1200  includes one or more (e.g., two or more), electrodes  1214  on one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 . Conductive elements  1216  extend through and/or along the elongate body  1202 , where the conductive elements  1216  can be used, for example as discussed herein, to conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1214 . Each of the one or more electrodes  1214  is coupled to a corresponding conductive element  1216 . In some examples, the conductive elements  1216  are electrically isolated from each other and extend through and/or along the elongate body  1202  from each respective electrode  1214  through the first end  1204  of the elongate body  1202 . The conductive elements  1216  may terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  1216  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system, such as the stimulation systems described herein. In some examples, the conductive elements  1216  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). The stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical energy that is conducted through the conductive elements  1216  and delivered across combinations of the one or more electrodes  1214 . The one or more electrodes  1214  may be electrically isolated from one another and the elongate body  1202  may be formed of an electrically insulating material as discussed herein. As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1214  are located only on the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 , in accordance with one example. 
     There can be a variety of the number and the configuration of the one or more electrodes  1214  on the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 . For example, as illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1214  can be configured as an array of electrodes, where the number of electrodes and their relative position to each other can vary depending upon the desired implant (e.g., deployment or target) location. As discussed herein, the one or more electrodes  1214  can be configured to allow for electrical current to be delivered from and/or between different combinations of the one or more electrodes  1214 . So, for example, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a repeating pattern where the electrodes are equally spaced from each other. For example, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a column and row configuration (as illustrated in  FIG.  12 A ). Alternatively, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a concentric radial pattern, where the electrodes are positioned so as to form concentric rings of the electrodes. Other patterns are possible, where such patterns can either be repeating patterns or random patterns. 
     As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1214  have an exposed face  1218 . The exposed face  1218  of the electrode  1214  provides the opportunity for the electrode  1214 , when implanted (temporarily or for an extended duration of time) in the patient, to be placed into proximity and/or in contact with vascular tissue of the patient (e.g., of the right or left pulmonary artery), as opposed to facing into the volume of blood in the artery or other vessel, lumen or organ. As the one or more electrodes  1214  are located on one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 , the electrodes  1214  can be placed into direct proximity to and/or in contact with the tissue of any combination of the main pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery and/or the right pulmonary artery. 
     By locating the one or more electrodes  1214  on the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212 , the exposed face  1218  of the electrode can be positioned inside the patient&#39;s vasculature to face and/or contact the tissue of the main pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery and/or the right pulmonary artery. When the one or more electrodes  1214  are in contact with luminal surface of the patient&#39;s vasculature, the one or more electrodes  1214  will be pointing away from the majority of the blood volume of that region of the pulmonary artery, thereby allowing the electrical pulses from the one or more electrodes  1214  to be directed into the tissue adjacent the implant location, instead of being directed into the blood volume. 
     The exposed face  1218  of the one or more electrodes  1214  can have a variety of shapes. For example, the exposed face  1218  can have a flat planar shape. In this example, the exposed face  1218  of the electrodes  1214  can be co-planar with the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 . In an alternative example, the exposed face  1218  of the electrodes  1214  can have a semi-hemispherical shape. Other shapes for the exposed face  1218  of the electrodes  1214  can include semi-cylindrical, wave-shaped, and zig-zag-shaped. The exposed face  1218  of the electrodes  1214  can also include one or more anchor structures. Examples of such anchor structures include hooks that can optionally include a barb. Similarly, the electrodes  1214  can be shaped to also act as anchor structures. 
     In one example, the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1112  of the elongate body  1102  that includes the exposed face  1218  of the one or more electrodes  1214  can further include anchor structures  1220  that extend above the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212 . As illustrated, the anchor structures  1220  can include portions that can contact the vascular tissue in such a way that the movement of the one or more electrodes  1214  at the location where they contact the vascular tissue is reduced (e.g., minimized). The anchor structures  1220  can have a variety of shapes that may help to achieve this goal. For example, the anchor structures  1220  can have a conical shape, where the vertex of the conical shape can contact the vascular tissue. In one example, the anchor structures  1220  have a hook configuration (with or without a barb). In an additional example, one or more of the anchor structures  1220  can be configured as an electrode. 
     As illustrated, the elongate body  1202  of the catheter  1200  can also include a portion  1222  with a circular cross-section shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1208 . The elongate body  1202  of catheter  1200  also includes a surface  1224  defining a guide-wire lumen  1226  that extends through the elongate body  1202 . The guide-wire lumen  1226  may have a diameter that is sufficiently large to allow the guide wire to freely pass through the guide-wire lumen  1226 . The guide-wire lumen  1226  can be positioned concentrically relative to the longitudinal center axis  1208  of the elongate body  1202 . 
     Alternatively, and as illustrated in  FIG.  12 A , the guide-wire lumen  126  can be positioned eccentrically relative to the longitudinal center axis  1208  of the elongate body  1202 . When the guide-wire lumen  1226  is positioned eccentrically relative to the longitudinal center axis  1208 , the guide-wire lumen  1226  has a wall thickness  1228  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis that is greater than a wall thickness  1230  of a remainder of the catheter taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis. For this configuration, the differences in wall thickness  1228  and  1230  help to provide the elongate body  1202  with a preferential direction in which to bend. For example, the wall thickness  1228  of the elongate body  1202  being greater than the wall thickness  1230  causes the side of the elongate body  1102  with the greater wall thickness to preferentially have the larger radius of curvature when the elongate body  1102  bends, in accordance with several examples. By positioning the exposed face  1218  of the one or more electrodes  1214  on the side of the elongate body  1202  having the greater wall thickness (e.g., wall thickness  1228 ), the one or more electrodes  1214  can be more easily and predictably brought into contact with the luminal surface of the vasculature in and around the main pulmonary artery and at least one of the right and left pulmonary arteries. 
     The catheter  1200  shown in  FIG.  12 A  can be positioned in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the left and right pulmonary arteries of the patient, such as described herein. To accomplish this, a pulmonary artery guide catheter is introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision and guided to the right ventricle using known techniques. For example, the pulmonary artery guide catheter can be inserted into the vasculature via a peripheral vein of the arm (e.g., as with a peripherally inserted central catheter), via a peripheral vein of the neck or chest (e.g., as with a Swan-Ganz catheter approach), or a peripheral vein of the leg (e.g., a femoral vein). Other approaches can include, but are not limited to, an internal jugular approach. Changes in a patient&#39;s electrocardiography and/or pressure signals from the vasculature can be used to guide and locate the pulmonary artery guide catheter within the patient&#39;s heart. Once in the proper location, a guide wire can be introduced into the patient via the pulmonary artery guide catheter, where the guide wire is advanced into the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries (e.g., left and right pulmonary arteries). Using the guide-wire lumen  1226 , the catheter  1200  can be advanced over the guide wire so as to position the catheter  1200  in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the left and right pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. Various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the guide wire of the present disclosure in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the left and right pulmonary arteries of the patient. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     Using a stimulation system, such as the stimulation systems discussed herein, stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or pulses) can be delivered across combinations of one or more of the electrodes  1214 . In accordance with several examples described herein, it is possible for the patient&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded for comparison to other subsequent tests. It is appreciated that for any of the catheters discussed herein any combination of electrodes, including reference electrodes (as discussed herein) positioned within or on the patient&#39;s body, can be used in providing stimulation to and sensing cardiac signals from the subject (e.g., patient). 
       FIG.  12 B  illustrates another example of the catheter  1200 . The catheter  1200  includes the features and components as discussed above, a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  12 B  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. In addition, the elongate body  1202  of the catheter  1200  includes a serpentine portion  1232  proximal to the one or more electrodes  1214 . When implanted (e.g., deployed) in the vasculature of the patient, the serpentine portion  1232  of the elongate body  1202  can act as a “spring” to absorb and isolate the movement of the one or more electrodes  1214  from the remainder of the elongate body  1202  of the catheter  1200 . Besides having a serpentine shape, the serpentine portion  1232  can have a coil like configuration. Other shapes that achieve the objective of absorbing and isolating the movement of the one or more electrodes  1214  from the remainder of the elongate body  1202  of the catheter  1200  once implanted may also be used as desired and/or required. During delivery of the catheter  1200 , the presence of the guide wire in the guide-wire lumen  1226  can help to temporarily straighten the serpentine portion  1232  of the elongate body  1202 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  12 C , there is shown an additional example of the catheter  1200  as provided herein. The catheter  1200  can include the features and components as discussed above for the catheters described in connection with  FIGS.  12 A and  12 B , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  12 C  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. In addition, the catheter  1200  of the present example includes an inflatable balloon  1234 . As illustrated, the elongate body  1202  includes a peripheral surface  1236 , where the inflatable balloon  1234  is located on the peripheral surface  1236  of the elongate body  1202 . The inflatable balloon  1234  includes a balloon wall  1238  with an interior surface  1240  that, along with a portion  1242  of the peripheral surface  1236  of the elongate body  1202 , defines a fluid tight volume  1244 . 
     The elongate body  1202  further includes a surface  1245  that defines an inflation lumen  1246  that extends through the elongate body  1202 . The inflation lumen  1246  includes a first opening  1248  into the fluid tight volume  1244  of the inflatable balloon  1234  and a second opening  1250  proximal to the first opening  1248  to allow for a fluid to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  1244  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1234 . A syringe, or other known devices, containing the fluid (e.g., saline or a gas (e.g., oxygen)) can be used to inflate and deflate the balloon  334 . 
     The catheter  1200  shown in  FIG.  12 C  can be positioned in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the right and left pulmonary arteries of the patient, for example as described herein. As discussed herein, a pulmonary artery guide catheter is introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision, and guided to the right ventricle. Once in the proper location, the balloon  1234  can be inflated, as described, to allow the catheter  1200  to be carried by the flow of blood from the right ventricle to the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries. Additionally, various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the catheter of the present disclosure in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries of the patient. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     The catheter  1200  can be advanced along the main pulmonary artery until the second end  1206  of the catheter  1200  contacts the top of the main pulmonary artery (e.g., a location distal to the pulmonary valve and adjacent to both the pulmonary arteries). Once the second end  1206  of the catheter  1200  reaches the top of the main pulmonary artery the pulmonary artery guide catheter can be moved relative to the catheter  1200  so as to deploy the catheter  1200  from the pulmonary artery guide catheter. 
     Markings can be present on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  1202 , where the markings start and extend from the first end  1202  towards the second end  1206  of the catheter body  1202 . The distance between the markings can be of units (e.g., millimeters, inches, etc.), which can allow the length between the second end  1206  of the catheter  1200  and the top of the main pulmonary artery to be determined. 
     The ability to measure this distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery may be helpful in placing the one or more electrodes  1214  in a desired location (e.g., at a location within the main pulmonary artery). In addition to measuring the distance from which the second end  1206  of the elongate body  1202  is placed from the top of the main pulmonary artery, the elongate body  1202  can also be used to identify, or map, an optimal position for the one or more electrodes  1214  within the vasculature. For example, the second end  1206  of the elongate body  1202  can be positioned at the desired distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery using the markings on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  1202 . 
     Using the stimulation system, such as the stimulations systems discussed herein, stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can be delivered across combinations of the one or more electrodes  1214 . It is possible for the patient&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded for comparison to other subsequent tests. It is appreciated that for any of the catheters discussed herein any combination of electrodes, including reference electrodes (as discussed herein) positioned within or on the patient&#39;s body, can be used in providing stimulation to and sensing cardiac signals from the patient. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  12 D , there is shown an additional example of the catheter  1200 . The catheter  1200  can include the features and components as the catheters discussed above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 C , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  12 D  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. In addition, the catheter  1200  of the present example includes a surface  1252  defining a deflection lumen  1254 . The deflection lumen  1254  includes a first opening  1256  and a second opening  1258  in the elongate body  1202 . In one example, the second opening  1258  is opposite the one or more electrodes  1214  on one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 . 
     The catheter  1200  further includes an elongate deflection member  1260 . The elongate deflection member  1260  includes an elongate body  1261  having a first end  1263  and a second end  1265 . The elongate deflection member  1260  extends through the first opening  1256  to the second opening  1258  of the deflection lumen  1254 . The deflection lumen  1254  has a size (e.g., a diameter) sufficient to allow the deflection member  1260  to pass through the deflection lumen  1254  with the first end  1263  of the deflection member  1260  proximal to the first end  1204  of the elongate body  1202  and the second end  1265  of the deflection member  1260  extendable from the second opening  1258  of the deflection lumen  1254 . Pressure applied from the first end  1263  of the deflection member  1260  can cause the deflection member  1260  to move within the deflection lumen  1254 . For example, when pressure is applied to the deflection member  1260  to move the first end  1263  of the deflection member  1260  towards the first opening  1256  of the deflection lumen  1254 , the pressure causes the second end  1265  of the deflection member  1260  to extend from the second opening  1258 . 
     As generally illustrated, the elongate deflection member  1260  can be advanced through the deflection lumen  1254  so that elongate deflection member  1260  extends laterally away from the one or more electrodes  1214  on the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202 . The elongate deflection member  1260  can be of a length and shape that allows the elongate deflection member  1260  to be extended a distance sufficient to bring the one or more electrodes  1214  into contact with the vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries) with a variety of pressures. Optionally, the elongate deflection member  1260  can be configured to include one or more of the electrodes  1214 , such as discussed herein. 
     For the various examples, the elongate body  1261  of the deflection member  1260  is formed of a flexible polymeric material. Examples of such flexible polymeric material include, but are not limited to, medical grade polyurethanes, such as polyester-based polyurethanes, polyether-based polyurethanes, and polycarbonate-based polyurethanes; polyamides, polyamide block copolymers, polyolefins such as polyethylene (e.g., high density polyethylene); and polyimides, among others. 
     In one example, the elongate body  1261  of the elongate deflection member  1260  also includes one or more support wires. The support wires can be encased in the flexible polymeric material of the elongate body  1261 , where the support wires can help to provide both column strength and a predefined shape to the elongate deflection member  1260 . For example, the support wires can have a coil shape that extends longitudinally along the length of the elongate body  1261 . In accordance with several examples, the coil shape advantageously allows for the longitudinal force applied near or at the first end  1263  of the deflection member  1260  to be transferred through the elongate body  1261  so as to laterally extend the second end  1265  of the deflection member  1260  from the second opening  1258  of the deflection lumen  1254 . 
     The support wires can also provide the deflection member  1260  with a predetermined shape upon laterally extending from the second opening  1258  of the deflection lumen  1254 . The predetermined shape can be determined to engage the luminal wall of the pulmonary artery in order to bring the electrodes  1214  into contact with the vascular tissue. The predetermined shape and the support wires can also help to impart stiffness to the deflection member  1260  that is sufficient to maintain the electrodes  1214  on the luminal wall of the pulmonary artery under the conditions within the vasculature of the subject (e.g., patient). The support wires can be formed of a variety of metals or metal alloys. Examples of such metals or metal alloys include surgical grade stainless steel, such as austenitic 316 stainless among others, and the nickel and titanium alloy known as Nitinol. Other metals and/or metal alloys can be used as desired and/or required. 
     The catheter  1200  shown in  FIG.  12 D  can be positioned in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the left and right pulmonary arteries of the patient, such as described herein. In accordance with several methods, a pulmonary artery guide catheter is introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision, and guided to the right ventricle (e.g., using a Swan-Ganz catheterization approach). Once in the proper location, the balloon  1234  can be inflated, as described, to allow the catheter  1200  to be carried by the flow of blood from the right ventricle to the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right and left pulmonary arteries. Additionally, various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the catheter in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right and left pulmonary arteries of the patient. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     The catheter  1200  can be advanced along the main pulmonary artery until the second end  1206  of the catheter  1200  contacts the top of the main pulmonary artery (e.g., a location distal to the pulmonary valve and adjacent to both the pulmonary arteries). Once the second end  1206  of the catheter  1200  reaches the top of the main pulmonary artery the pulmonary artery guide catheter can be moved relative to the catheter  1200  so as to deploy the catheter  1200  from the pulmonary artery guide catheter. 
     Markings, as discussed herein, can be present on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  1202  that can assist in positioning the catheter  1200  within the main pulmonary artery. The ability to measure this distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery may be helpful in placing the one or more electrodes  1214  in a desired location (e.g., a location within the main pulmonary artery). In addition to measuring the distance from which the second end  1206  of the elongate body  1202  is placed from the top of the main pulmonary artery, the elongate body  1202  can also be used to identify, or map, an optimal position for the one or more electrodes  1214  within the vasculature. For example, the second end  1206  of the elongate body  1202  can be positioned at the desired distance from the top of the main pulmonary artery using the markings on the peripheral surface of the catheter body  1202 . 
     When desired, the elongate deflection member  1260  can be extended laterally from the elongate body  1202  to a distance sufficient to cause the one surface of the three or more surfaces  1212  of the elongate body  1202  having the one or more electrodes to contact a surface of the main pulmonary artery, such as the anterior surface of the main pulmonary artery, and thereby bring the one or more electrodes  1214  into contact with the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries (the left pulmonary artery or the right pulmonary artery). The elongate deflection member  1260 , as will be appreciated, biases and helps to place the one or more electrodes  1214  along the vessel surface (e.g., along the posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries (the left pulmonary artery or the right pulmonary artery)). 
     Due to its adjustable nature (e.g., how much pressure is applied to the elongate deflection member  1260 ), the elongate deflection member  1260  can be used to bring the one or more electrodes  1214  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries with a variety of pressures. So, for example, the elongate deflection member  1260  can bring the one or more electrodes  1214  into contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the left and right pulmonary arteries with a first pressure. Using the stimulation system, such as the stimulation systems discussed herein, stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can be delivered across combinations of the one or more electrodes  1214  in the electrode array. It is possible for the patient&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded for comparison to other subsequent tests. 
     It is appreciated that for any of the catheters discussed herein any combination of electrodes, including reference electrodes (as discussed herein) positioned within or on the patient&#39;s body, can be used in providing stimulation to and sensing cardiac signals from the patient. 
     If necessary, the distance the elongate deflection member  1260  extends laterally from the elongate body  1202  can be changed (e.g., made shorter) to allow the elongate body  1202  to be rotated in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction, thereby repositioning the one or more electrodes  1214  in contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the pulmonary arteries. The stimulation system can again be used to deliver stimulation electrical energy across combinations of one or more of the electrodes  1214  in the electrode array. The patient&#39;s cardiac response to this subsequent test can then be monitored and recorded for comparison to previous and subsequent test. In this way, a preferred location for the position of the one or more electrodes  1214  along the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery or one of the left and right pulmonary arteries can be identified. Once identified, the elongate deflection member  1260  can be used to increase the lateral pressure applied to the one or more electrodes, thereby helping to better anchor the catheter  1200  in the patient. 
       FIG.  13    provides a perspective view of a catheter  1330  positioned in the heart  200  of the subject (e.g., patient), where one or more of the electrodes  1344  is contacting the posterior surface  221  and/or superior surface  223  of, for example, the right pulmonary artery  206 .  FIG.  13    also illustrates the one or more of the electrodes  1344  contacting the posterior surface  221  and/or superior surface  223  of the right pulmonary artery  208  at a position that is superior to the branch point  207 .  FIG.  13    further illustrates that at least a portion of the catheter  1330  is positioned in contact with a portion of the surface defining the branch point  207 . 
     As illustrated, the pulmonary trunk has a diameter  1356  taken across a plane  1358  perpendicular to both the left lateral plane  220  and the right lateral plane  216 . In one example, the electrode array of the catheter  1330  is positioned in an area  1360  that extends distally no more than three times the diameter of the pulmonary trunk  202  to the right of the branch point  207 . This area  1360  is shown with cross-hatching in  FIG.  13   . 
     The right pulmonary artery  206  can also include a branch point  1362  that divides the right pulmonary artery  206  into at least two additional arteries  1364  that are distal to the branch point  207  defining the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206 . As illustrated, the electrode array can be positioned between the branch point  207  defining the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206  and the branch point  1362  that divides the right pulmonary artery  206  into at least two additional arteries  1364 . 
     Once in position, electrical current can be provided from or to one or more of the electrodes  1344 . Using a first sensor  1352  a value of a non-cardiac parameter of the patient can be measured in response to the electrical current from or to one or more of the electrodes  1344 . From the value of the non-cardiac parameter, changes can be made to which of the one or more electrodes are used to provide the electrical current in response to the value of the cardiac parameter. Changes can also be made to the nature of the electrical current provided in response to the value of the non-cardiac parameter. Such changes include, but are not limited to, changes in voltage, amperage, waveform, frequency and pulse width by way of example. It is possible to change combinations of electrodes used and the nature of the electrical current provided by the electrodes. In addition, the electrodes of the one or more electrodes on the posterior surface of the right pulmonary artery  206  can be moved in response to one or more of the values of the non-cardiac parameter. Examples of such a cardiac parameter include, but are not limited to, measuring a pressure parameter, an acoustic parameter, an acceleration parameter and/or an electrical parameter (e.g., ECG) of the heart of the patient as the cardiac parameter. An example of such a pressure parameter can include, but is not limited to, measuring a maximum systolic pressure of the heart of the patient as the pressure parameter. Other suitable cardiac parameters are discussed herein. 
     Moving the electrodes of the one or more electrodes on the posterior and/or superior surface of the right pulmonary artery  206  in response to one or more of the values of the cardiac parameter can be done by physically moving the one or more electrodes of the catheter  1330  to a different position on the posterior and/or superior surface of the right pulmonary artery  206 , electronically moving which electrodes of the one or more electrodes are being used to provide the electrical current from or to the electrode array (while not physically moving the one or more electrodes of the catheter  1330 ) or a combination of these two actions. 
     As discussed herein, neuromodulation according to the present disclosure can be accomplished by applying electrical current to the right pulmonary artery  206 . Preferably, neuromodulation of the present disclosure includes applying the electrical current to the posterior and/or superior wall of the right pulmonary artery  206 . More preferably, neuromodulation of the present disclosure includes applying the electrical current to the anterior and/or superior wall of the right pulmonary artery  206 . The electrical current is thereby applied to the autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves surrounding the right pulmonary artery  206 . These autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves can include the right autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves and the left autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves. The right autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves include the right dorsal medial cardiopulmonary nerve and the right dorsal lateral cardiopulmonary nerve. The left autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves include the left ventral cardiopulmonary nerve, the left dorsal medial cardiopulmonary nerve, the left dorsal lateral cardiopulmonary nerve, and the left stellate cardiopulmonary nerve. 
     As illustrated and discussed in reference to  FIG.  13   , the one or more electrodes of the catheter are contacting the posterior surface of the right pulmonary artery  206 . From this location, the electrical current delivered through the one or more electrodes may be better able to treat and/or provide therapy (including adjuvant therapy) to the patient experiencing a variety of cardiovascular medical conditions, such as acute heart failure. The electrical current can elicit responses from the autonomic nervous system that may help to modulate a patient&#39;s cardiac contractility and/or relaxation. The electrical current is intended to affect heart contractility and/or relaxation more than the heart rate, thereby helping to improving hemodynamic control while possibly minimizing unwanted systemic effects. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  14 A , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1462 . The catheter  1462  includes an elongate body  1402  having a peripheral surface  1436  and a longitudinal center axis  1408  extending between a first end  1404  and a second end  1406 . The catheter  1462  can include the features and components as discussed above for catheters  100 ,  200 ,  300  and/or  400 , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  14 A  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     The catheter  1462  of the present example includes an inflatable balloon  1434 . As illustrated, the elongate body  1402  includes a peripheral surface  1436 , where the inflatable balloon  1434  is located on the peripheral surface  1436  of the elongate body  1402 . The inflatable balloon  1434  includes a balloon wall  1438  with an interior surface  1440  that along with a portion  1442  of the peripheral surface  1436  of the elongate body  1402  defines a fluid tight volume  1444 . 
     The elongate body  1402  further includes a surface  1445  that defines an inflation lumen  1446  that extends through the elongate body  1402 . The inflation lumen  1446  includes a first opening  1448  into the fluid tight volume  1444  of the inflatable balloon  1434  and a second opening  1450  proximal to the first opening  1448  to allow for a fluid to move in the fluid tight volume  1444  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1434 . A syringe, or other known devices, containing the fluid (e.g., saline or a gas (e.g., oxygen)) can be used to inflate and deflate the balloon  1434 . 
     The elongate body  1402  further includes an offset region  1464  defined by a series of predefined curves along the longitudinal center axis  1408 . As used herein, “predefined curves” are curves formed in the elongate body  1402  during the production of the catheter  1462 , where when deformed such curves provide a spring like force to return to their pre-deformation shape (e.g., their original shape). As illustrated, the series of predefined curves includes a first portion  1466  that has a first curve  1468  in the longitudinal center axis  1408  followed by a second curve  1470  in the longitudinal center axis  1408  of the elongate body  1402 . The length and degree of each of the first curve  1468  and second curve  1470 , along with the distance between such curves, helps to define the height of the offset region  1464 . As discussed herein, the height of the offset region  1464  can be determined by the inner diameter of one or more locations along the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right and left pulmonary arteries. 
     The first portion  1466  of the elongate body  1402  is followed by a second portion  1472  of the elongate body  1402 . The longitudinal center axis  1408  along the second portion  1472  can have a zero curvature (e.g., a straight line), as illustrated in  FIG.  14 A . The second portion  1472  of the elongate body  1402  is followed by a third portion  1474  of the elongate body  1402 . The longitudinal center axis  1408  transitions from the second portion  1472  along a third curve  1476 , which then transitions into a fourth curve  1478 . As illustrated, after the fourth curve  1478 , the longitudinal center axis  1408  is approximately co-linear with the longitudinal center axis  1408  leading up to the first curve  1468 . It is noted that the curves of the first portion  1466  and the second portion  1474  can also all be in approximately the same plane. It is, however, possible that the curves of the first portion  1466  and the second portion  1474  are not in the same plane. For example, when the curves of the first portion  1466  and the second portion  1474  are not in the same plane the longitudinal center axis  1408  can include a helical curve through these portions of the elongate body  1402 . Other shapes are also possible. 
     The elongate body  1402  can further include one or more electrodes  1414 , for example as discussed herein, along the second portion  1472  of the offset region  1464  of the elongate body  1402 . As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1414  can be on the surface of the elongate body  1402  in the second portion  1472  of the offset region  1464 . Conductive elements  1416  extend through and/or along the elongate body  1402 , where the conductive elements  1416  can be used, as discussed herein, to conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1414 . Each of the one or more electrodes  1414  is coupled to a corresponding conductive element  1416 . The conductive elements  1416  are electrically isolated from each other and extend through and/or along the elongate body  1402  from each respective electrode  1414  through the first end  1404  of the elongate body  1402 . The conductive elements  1416  terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  1416  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system, for example as discussed herein. It is also possible that the conductive elements  1416  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). The stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) that is conducted through the conductive elements  1416  and delivered across combinations of the one or more electrodes  1414 . In some examples, the one or more electrodes  1414  are electrically isolated from one another, where the elongate body  1402  is formed of an electrically insulating material. 
     There can be wide variety for the number and configuration of the one or more electrodes  1414  on the one surface of the second portion  1472  of the elongate body  1402 . For example, as illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1414  can be configured as an array of electrodes, where the number of electrodes and their relative position to each other can vary depending upon the desired implant location. As discussed herein, the one or more electrodes  1414  can be configured to allow for electrical current to be delivered from and/or between different combinations of the one or more electrodes  1414 . The electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a repeating pattern where the electrodes are equally spaced from each other. So, for example, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a column and row configuration. Alternatively, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a concentric radial pattern, where the electrodes are positioned so as to form concentric rings of the electrodes. Other patterns are possible, where such patterns can either be repeating patterns or random patterns. As discussed herein, the catheter  1462  further includes conductive elements  1416  extending through and/or along the elongate body, where the conductive elements  1416  conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1414 . 
     As discussed herein, the length and degree of each of the curves, along with the distance between such curves helping to define the first portion  1466  and the third portion  1474  of the longitudinal center axis  1408 , helps to define the relative height of the offset region  1464 . For the various examples, the height of the offset region  1464  can be determined by the inner diameter of one or more locations along the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right and left pulmonary arteries. In this way, the first portion  1466  and the third portion  1474  can bring the second portion  1472  and the one or more electrodes  1414  on the surface of the elongate body  1402  into contact with the vascular wall of the patient in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the left or right pulmonary arteries. In other words, the transitions of the first portion  1466  and the third portion  1474  of the elongate body  1402  in the offset region  1464  can act to bias the second portion  1472  and the one or more electrodes  1414  against the vascular wall of the patient in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right or left pulmonary arteries. 
     The elongate body  1402  further includes a surface  1424  defining a guide-wire lumen  1426  that extends through and/or along the elongate body  1402 . As provided herein, the guide-wire lumen  1426  can be concentric relative to the longitudinal center axis  1408  of the elongate body  1402  (as illustrated in  FIG.  14 A ). Alternatively, the guide-wire lumen  1426  can be eccentric relative to the longitudinal center axis  1408  of the elongate body  1402 . As discussed herein, the guide-wire lumen  1426  can have a wall thickness  1428  that is greater than a wall thickness  1430  of a remainder of the catheter  1462  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1408 . In an additional example, a portion of the elongate body  1402  includes a serpentine portion, as discussed and illustrated herein, proximal to the one or more electrodes  1414 . 
     For the present example, a guide-wire used with the catheter  1462  can serve to temporarily “straighten” the offset region  1464  when the guide-wire is present in the guide-wire lumen  1426  that passes along the offset region  1464 . Alternatively, the guide-wire can be used to impart the shape of the offset region  1464  to the catheter  1462 . In this example, the elongate body  1402  of the catheter  1462  can have a straight shape (e.g., no predefined lateral shape). To impart the offset region  1464  the guide wire is “shaped” (e.g., bent) to the desired configuration of the offset region at point that corresponds to the desired longitudinal location for the offset region on the elongate body  1402 . The offset region  1464  of the catheter  1462  can be provided by inserting the guide wire with the predefined lateral shape. 
     In  FIG.  14 A , the catheter  1462  of the present example further includes a surface  1452  defining a deflection lumen  1454 , as discussed herein. The catheter  1462  further includes an elongate deflection member  1460 , also as discussed herein. As generally illustrated, the elongate deflection member  1460  can be advanced through the deflection lumen  1454  so that elongate deflection member  1460  extends laterally away from the one or more electrodes  1414  on the second portion  1472  of the elongate body  1402 . The elongate deflection member  1460  can be of a length and shape that allows the elongate deflection member  1460  to be extended a distance sufficient to bring the one or more electrodes  1414  into contact with the vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries) with a variety of pressures. 
     In one example, the elongate body  1461  of the elongate deflection member  1460  can also include one or more support wires  1481 . The support wires  1481  can be encased in the flexible polymeric material of the elongate body  1461 , where the support wires  1481  can help to provide both column strength and a predefined shape to the elongate deflection member  1460 . For example, the support wires  1481  can have a coil shape that extends longitudinally along the length of the elongate body  1461 . In accordance with several examples, the coil shape advantageously allows for the longitudinal force applied near or at the first end  1463  of the deflection member  1460  to be transferred through the elongate body  1461  so as to laterally extend the second end  1465  of the deflection member  1460  from the second opening  1458  of the deflection lumen  1454 . 
     The support wires  1481  can also provide the deflection member  1460  with a predetermined shape upon laterally extending from the second opening  1458  of the deflection lumen  1454 . The predetermined shape can be determined to engage the luminal wall of the pulmonary artery in order to bring the electrodes  1414  on the second portion  1472  of the offset region  1464  into contact with the vascular tissue. The predetermined shape and the support wires  1481  can also help to impart stiffness to the deflection member  1460  that is sufficient to maintain the electrodes  1414  on the luminal wall of the pulmonary artery under the conditions within the vasculature of the patient. 
     The support wires  1481  can be formed of a variety of metals or metal alloys. Examples of such metals or metal alloys include surgical grade stainless steel, such as austenitic 316 stainless among others, and the nickel and titanium alloy known as Nitinol. Other metals and/or metal alloys can be used as desired and/or required. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  14 B , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1462 . The catheter  1462  can include the features and components of the catheters described above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D and/or  14 A , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  14 B  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     The catheter  1462  seen in  FIG.  14 B  is similar to the catheter  1462  of  FIG.  14 A , where the elongate body  1402  of catheter  1462  further includes three or more surfaces  1412  defining a convex polygonal cross-sectional shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1408 , as discussed for the catheters  1200  herein. As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1414  are on one surface of the three or more surfaces  1412  of the elongate body  1402 . In the present example, the three or more surfaces  1412  of the elongate body  1402  help to form the second portion  1472  of the elongate body  1402 . If desired, the elongate body  1402  can includes a serpentine portion proximal to the one or more electrodes  1414 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  15 A , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1582  according to the present disclosure. The catheter  1582  can include the features and components of the catheters described above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D,  14 A and/or  14 B , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  15 A  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     The catheter  1582  includes an elongate body  1502  having a peripheral surface  1536  and a longitudinal center axis  1508  extending between a first end  1504  and a second end  1506 . The elongate body  1502  includes a surface  1552  defining a deflection lumen  1554 , where the deflection lumen  1554  includes a first opening  1556  and a second opening  1558  in the elongate body  1502 . The catheter  1582  further includes an inflatable balloon  1534  on the peripheral surface  1536  of the elongate body  1502 , the inflatable balloon  1534  having a balloon wall  1538  with an interior surface  1540  that along with a portion  1542  of the peripheral surface  1536  of the elongate body  1502  defines a fluid tight volume  1544 , such as previously discussed herein. An inflation lumen  1546  extends through the elongate body  1502 , where the inflation lumen  1546  has a first opening  1548  into the fluid tight volume  1544  of the inflatable balloon  1534  and a second opening  1550  proximal to the first opening  1548  to allow for a fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  1544  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1534 . 
     One or more electrodes  1514  are on the elongate body  1502 , where the second opening  1558  of the deflection lumen  1554  is opposite the one or more electrodes  1514  on the elongate body  1502 . The catheter  1582  further includes an elongate deflection member  1560 , as discussed herein, where the elongate deflection member  1560  extends through the second opening  1558  of the deflection lumen  1554  in a direction opposite the one or more electrodes  1514  on one surface of the elongate body  1502 . The catheter  1582  also includes conductive elements  1516  that extend through and/or along the elongate body  1502 , where the conductive elements  1516  conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1514 . 
     The catheter  1582  further includes a surface  1524  defining a guide-wire lumen  1526  that extends through and/or along the elongate body  1502 . As illustrated, the guide-wire lumen  1526  is concentric relative to the longitudinal center axis  1508 . As discussed herein, the guide-wire lumen  1526  could also be eccentric relative to longitudinal center axis  1508  of the elongate body  1508 . Such examples are discussed herein, where the guide-wire lumen  1526  can have a wall thickness taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1508  that is greater than a wall thickness of a remainder of the catheter  1582  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1508 . The catheter  1582  can also include a serpentine portion of the elongate body  1502  proximal to the one or more electrodes  1514 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  15 B , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1582 . The catheter  1582  can include the features and components described above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D,  14 A,  14 B and/or  15 A , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  15 B  with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     The catheter  1582  includes an elongate body  1502  having a peripheral surface  1536  and a longitudinal center axis  1508  extending between a first end  1504  and a second end  1506 . The elongate body  1502  includes a surface  1552  defining a deflection lumen  1554 , where the deflection lumen  1554  includes a first opening  1556  and a second opening  1558  in the elongate body  1502 . The catheter  1582  further includes an inflatable balloon  1534  on the peripheral surface  1536  of the elongate body  1502 , the inflatable balloon  1534  having a balloon wall  1538  with an interior surface  1540  that along with a portion  1542  of the peripheral surface  1536  of the elongate body  1502  defines a fluid tight volume  1544 , as discussed herein. An inflation lumen  1546  extends through the elongate body  1502 , where the inflation lumen  1546  has a first opening  1548  into the fluid tight volume  1544  of the inflatable balloon  1534  and a second opening  1550  proximal to the first opening  1548  to allow for a fluid (e.g., gas or liquid) to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  1544  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1534 . 
     One or more electrodes  1514  are on the elongate body  1502 , where the second opening  1558  of the deflection lumen  1554  is opposite the one or more electrodes  1514  on the elongate body  1502 . As illustrated, the elongate body  1502  has three or more surfaces  1512  defining a convex polygonal cross-sectional shape taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1508 . The one or more electrodes  1514  are on one surface of the three or more surfaces  1512  of the elongate body  1502 , such as discussed previously herein. 
     The catheter  1582  further includes an elongate deflection member  1560 , where the elongate deflection member  1560  extends through the second opening  1558  of the deflection lumen  1554  in a direction opposite the one or more electrodes  1514  on one surface of the elongate body  1502 . The catheter  1582  also includes conductive elements  1516  that extend through and/or along the elongate body  1502 , where the conductive elements  1516  conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1514 . 
     The catheter  1582  further includes a surface  1524  defining a guide-wire lumen  1526  that extends through and/or along the elongate body  1502 . As illustrated, the guide-wire lumen  1526  is concentric relative to the longitudinal center axis  1508 . As discussed herein, the guide-wire lumen  1526  could also be eccentric relative to longitudinal center axis  1508  of the elongate body  1502 . Such examples are discussed herein, where the guide-wire lumen  1526  can have a wall thickness taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1508  that is greater than a wall thickness of a remainder of the catheter  1582  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1508 . The catheter  1582  can also include a serpentine portion of the elongate body  1502  proximal to the one or more electrodes  1514 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  16   , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1684 . The catheter  1684  can include the features and components of the catheters described above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D,  14 A,  14 B,  15 A and/or  15 B , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  16    with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. 
     The catheter  1684  includes an elongate body  1602  having a peripheral surface  1636  and a longitudinal center axis  1608  extending between a first end  1604  and a second end  1606 . The catheter  1684  further includes an inflatable balloon  1634  on the peripheral surface  1636  of the elongate body  1602 , the inflatable balloon  1634  having a balloon wall  1638  with an interior surface  1640  that along with a portion  1642  of the peripheral surface  1636  of the elongate body  1602  defines a fluid tight volume  1644 , as discussed herein. An inflation lumen  1646  extends through the elongate body  1602 , where the inflation lumen  1646  has a first opening  1648  into the fluid tight volume  1644  of the inflatable balloon  1634  and a second opening  1650  proximal to the first opening  1648  to allow for a fluid (e.g., gas or liquid) to move in and out of the fluid tight volume  1644  to inflate and deflate the balloon  1634 . 
     The catheter  1682  includes a surface  1624  defining a guide-wire lumen  1626  that extends through and/or along the elongate body  1602 . As illustrated, the guide-wire lumen  1626  is concentric relative to the longitudinal center axis  1608 . As discussed herein, the guide-wire lumen  1626  could also be eccentric relative to longitudinal center axis  1608  of the elongate body  1608 . Such examples are discussed herein, where the guide-wire lumen  1626  can have a wall thickness taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1608  that is greater than a wall thickness of a remainder of the catheter  1682  taken perpendicularly to the longitudinal center axis  1608 . The catheter  1682  can also include a serpentine portion of the elongate body  1602  proximal to the one or more electrodes  1614 . 
     The elongate body  1602  of the catheter  1684  further includes a surface  1686  defining an electrode lumen  1688 . The electrode lumen  1688  includes a first opening  1690  and a second opening  1692  in the elongate body  1602 . The catheter  1684  also includes an elongate electrode member  1694 , where the elongate electrode member  1694  retractably extends through the first opening  1690  of the electrode lumen  1688  of the elongate body  1602 . The electrode lumen  1688  has a size (e.g., a diameter) sufficient to allow the elongate electrode member  1694  to pass through the electrode lumen  1688  to that the elongate electrode member  1694  can retractably extend through the first opening  1690  of the electrode lumen  1688  of the elongate body  1602 . The elongate electrode member  1694  can retractably extend through the first opening  1690  of the electrode lumen  1688  of the elongate body  1602  from pressure (e.g., compression or tension) applied by the user (e.g., clinician or professional) through the elongate electrode member  1694  proximal to the second opening  1692  in the elongate body  1608 . For the various examples, the elongate electrode member  1694  is formed of a flexible polymeric material. Examples of such flexible polymeric material include, but are not limited to, those flexible materials described herein. 
     The elongate electrode member  1694  includes one or more electrodes  1696  and conductive elements  1698  extending through the electrode lumen  1688 . As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1696  are on the surface  1601  of the elongate electrode member  1694 . Conductive elements  1698  extend through the elongate electrode member  1694 , where the conductive elements  1698  can be used, such as discussed herein, to conduct electrical current to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1696 . Each of the one or more electrodes  1696  is coupled to a corresponding conductive element  1698 . 
     The conductive elements  1698  may be electrically isolated from each other and extend through the elongate electrode member  1694  from each respective electrode  1696  through the second end  1692  of the electrode lumen  1688 . The conductive elements  1698  terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  1698  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system, as discussed herein. It is also possible that the conductive elements  1698  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). The stimulation system can be used to conduct electrical current or electrical pulses to combinations of the one or more electrodes  1694  via the conductive elements  1698 . The one or more electrodes  1696  are electrically isolated from one another, where the elongate electrode member  1694  is formed of an electrically insulating material. 
     The number and the configuration of the one or more electrodes  1696  on the elongate electrode member  1694  can vary in different examples. For example, as illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1696  can be configured as an array of electrodes, where the number of electrodes and their relative position to each other can vary depending upon the desired implant location. As discussed herein, the one or more electrodes  1696  can be configured to allow for electrical current to be delivered from and/or between different combinations of the one or more electrodes  1696 . So, for example, the electrodes in the array of electrodes can have a repeating pattern where the electrodes are equally spaced from each other. Other patterns are possible, where such patterns can either be repeating patterns or random patterns. 
     As illustrated, the one or more electrodes  1696  have an exposed face  1603 . The exposed face  1603  of the electrode  1696  provides the opportunity for the electrode  1696 , when implanted (temporarily or for an extended duration of time) in the patient, to be placed into proximity and/or in contact with the vascular tissue of the patient, as opposed to facing into the volume of blood in the artery. To accomplish this, the one or more electrodes  1696  can be located on only one side of the elongate electrode member  1694  (as illustrated in  FIG.  16   ). This allows the one or more electrodes  1696  to be brought into contact with the vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries). As the one or more electrodes  1696  are located on only one side of the elongate electrode member  1694 , the electrodes  1696  can be placed into direct proximity to and/or in contact with the tissue of any combination of the main pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery and/or the right pulmonary artery. 
     The exposed face  1603  of the one or more electrodes  1696  can have a variety of shapes, as discussed herein (e.g., a partial ring configuration, where each of the one or more electrodes  1696  is positioned to face away from the elongate body  1602 ). The exposed face  1603  of the electrodes  1696  can also include one or more anchor structures. Examples of such anchor structures include hooks that can optionally include a barb. 
     As generally illustrated, the elongate electrode member  1694  can be advanced through the electrode lumen  1688  so that the elongate electrode member  1694  extends laterally away from the elongate body  1608 . The elongate electrode member  1694  can be of a length and shape that allows the elongate electrode member  1694  to be extended a distance sufficient from the elongate body  1608  to bring the one or more electrodes  1696  into contact with the vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries). 
     As illustrated in  FIG.  16   , the elongate electrode member  1694  forms a loop  1605  that extends away from the peripheral surface  1636  of the elongate body  1602 . The loop  1605  can have a variety of configurations relative the longitudinal axis  1608  of the elongate body  1602 . For example, as illustrated in  FIG.  16   , the elongate electrode member  1692  forming the loop  1605  is in a plane  1607  that is co-linear with the longitudinal center axis  1608  of the elongate body  1602 . 
     The catheter  1684  further includes an elongate deflection member  1660 , as previously discussed. As discussed herein, pressure is applied to the deflection member  1660  to move the first end  1663  of the deflection member  1660  towards the first opening  1656  of the deflection lumen  1654 . The pressure, in addition to moving the first end  1663  of the deflection member  1660  towards the first opening  1656 , also causes the second end  1665  of the deflection member  1660  to extend from the second opening  1658 . As generally illustrated, the elongate deflection member  1660  can be advanced through the deflection lumen  1654  so that elongate deflection member  1660  extends laterally away from the one or more electrodes  1696  on the elongate electrode member  1694 . The elongate deflection member  1660  can be of a length and shape that allows the elongate deflection member  1660  to be extended a distance sufficient to help bring the one or more electrodes  1696  into contact with the vascular luminal surface (e.g., a posterior surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries) with a variety of pressures. Optionally, the elongate deflection member  1660  can be configured to include one or more of the electrodes. 
     The catheter  1684  shown in  FIG.  16    can be positioned in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the left and right pulmonary arteries of the patient, such as described herein. To accomplish this, a pulmonary artery guide catheter is introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision and guided to the right ventricle (e.g., using a Swan-Ganz catheterization approach). For example, the pulmonary artery guide catheter can be inserted into the vasculature via a peripheral vein of the arm, neck or chest (e.g., as with a peripherally inserted central catheter). Changes in a patient&#39;s electrocardiography and/or pressure signals from the vasculature can be used to guide and locate the pulmonary artery guide catheter within the patient&#39;s heart. Once in the proper location, a guide wire can be introduced into the patient via the pulmonary artery guide catheter, where the guide wire is advanced into the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the pulmonary arteries. Using the guide-wire lumen  1626 , the catheter  1684  can be advanced over the guide wire so as to position the catheter  1684  in the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the right and left pulmonary arteries of the patient. Various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the guide wire of the present disclosure in the main pulmonary artery and/or one of the right and left pulmonary arteries of the patient. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     Using a stimulation system, such as the stimulation systems discussed herein, stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can be delivered across combinations of one or more of the electrodes  1696 . It is possible for the patient&#39;s cardiac response to the stimulation electrical energy to be monitored and recorded for comparison to other subsequent tests. It is appreciated that for any of the catheters discussed herein any combination of electrodes, including reference electrodes (as discussed herein) positioned within or on the patient&#39;s body, can be used in providing stimulation to and sensing cardiac signals from the patient. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  17   , there is shown an additional example of a catheter  1784 . The catheter  1784  can include the features and components of the catheters described above in connection with  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D,  14 A,  14 B,  15 A,  15 B and/or  16   , a discussion of which is not repeated but the element numbers are included in  FIG.  17    with the understanding that the discussion of these elements is implicit. The catheter  1784  illustrates an example in which the elongate electrode member  1794  forms a loop  1705  in a plane  1707  that is perpendicular to the longitudinal center axis of the elongate body. More than one of the elongate electrode members can be used with a catheter, in accordance with several examples. 
     Referring now to  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C , there are shown perspective views of an example catheter  1830  that is suitable for performing certain methods of the present disclosure. The catheter  1830  includes an elongate catheter body  1832  having a proximal or first end  1834  and a distal or second end  1836 . The elongate catheter body  1832  also includes an outer or peripheral surface  1838  and an interior surface  1840  defining a lumen  1842  (shown with a broken line) that extends between the first end  1834  and the second end  1836  of the elongate catheter body  1832 . 
     The catheter  1830  further includes a plurality of electrodes  1844  positioned along the peripheral surface  1838  of the elongate catheter body  1832 . In some examples, the electrodes  1844  are proximate to a distal end  1836  of the catheter  1830 . Conductive elements  1846  extend through and/or along the elongate body  1832 , where the conductive elements  1846  can be used, as discussed herein, to conduct electrical pulses to combinations of the plurality of electrodes  1844 . Each of the plurality of electrodes  1844  is coupled (e.g., electrically coupled) to a corresponding conductive element  1846 . The conductive elements  1846  are electrically isolated from each other and extend through the elongate body  1832  from each respective electrode  1844  through the first end  1834  of the elongate body  1832 . The conductive elements  1846  terminate at a connector port, where each of the conductive elements  1846  can be releasably coupled to a stimulation system. It is also possible that the conductive elements  1846  are permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). As discussed more fully herein, the stimulation system can be used to provide stimulation electrical pulses that are conducted through the conductive elements  1846  and delivered across combinations of the plurality of electrodes  1844 . Other positions and configurations of electrodes are also possible. PCT Patent App. Nos. PCT/US2015/031960, PCT/US2015/047770, and PCT/US2015/047780 are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety, and more specifically the electrodes (e.g., electrodes on deployable filaments) and electrode matrices disclosed therein are incorporated herein by reference. 
     The elongate body  1832  may comprise (e.g., be at least partially formed of) an electrically insulating material. Examples of such insulating material can include, but are not limited to, medical grade polyurethanes, such as polyester-based polyurethanes, polyether-based polyurethanes, and polycarbonate-based polyurethanes; polyamides, polyamide block copolymers, polyolefins such as polyethylene (e.g., high density polyethylene); and polyimides, among others. 
     The catheter  1830  optionally includes an anchor  1848 . The anchor  1848  includes struts  1850  that form an open framework, where the struts  1850  extend laterally or radially outwardly from the elongate body  1832  (e.g., from a peripheral surface  1838  of the elongate body  1832 ) to at least partially define a peripheral surface  1852  configured to engage vascular tissue (e.g., configured to appose sidewalls forming the lumen of the right pulmonary artery and/or the left pulmonary artery).  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  show the anchor  1848  positioned between the second end  1836  and the plurality of electrodes  1844  of the elongate catheter body  1832 . It is also possible that the anchor  1848  can be positioned between the plurality of electrodes  1844  and the second end  1836  of the elongate catheter body  1832 . In some examples, the anchor  1848  can inhibit or prevent at least a portion of the catheter  1830  (e.g., the portion  1854 , a portion comprising the electrodes  1844 ) from extending into vasculature smaller than the expanded struts  1850 . For example, with reference to  FIG.  19   , the plurality of electrodes  1944  can be proximal to the branch point  1976  such that portions of the catheter  1930  proximal to the anchor  1948  do not extend into the two additional arteries  1978 . If the sensor  1966  is distal to the anchor  1948 , interaction of the anchor  1948  and the branch point  1976  may ensure that the sensor  1966  is in a pulmonary artery branch vessel  1978 . 
     The struts  1850  can have a cross-sectional shape and dimension that allow for the struts  1850  to provide a radial force sufficient to hold the catheter  1830  at the implant location within the pulmonary artery under a variety of situations, as discussed herein. The struts  1850  can be formed of a variety of materials, such as a metal, metal alloy, polymer, etc. Examples of such metals or metal alloys include surgical grade stainless steel, such as austenitic 316 stainless among others, and the nickel and titanium alloy known as Nitinol. Other metals and/or metal alloys, as are known or may be developed, can be used. 
     A portion  1854  of the elongate catheter body  1832 , for example that includes one, some, none, or all the plurality of electrodes  1844 , can curve in a predefined radial direction (e.g., anterior, posterior, inferior, superior, and combinations thereof), for example when placed under longitudinal compression. To provide the curve in the portion  1854 , the elongate catheter body  1832  can be pre-stressed and/or the wall can have thicknesses that allow for the elongate catheter body  1832  to curve in the predefined radial direction, for example when placed under longitudinal compression. In addition, or alternatively, structures such as coils or a helix of wire having different turns per unit length, a hypotube having varying kerf spacing, etc. can be located in, around, and/or along the elongate catheter body  1832  in the portion  1854 . One or more of these structures can be used to allow the longitudinal compression to create the curve in the predefined radial direction in the portion  1854 . To achieve the longitudinal compression, the anchor  1848  can be deployed in the vasculature of the patient (e.g., in the pulmonary artery), where the anchor  1848  provides a location or point of resistance against the longitudinal movement of the elongate body  1832 . As such, this allows a compressive force to be generated in the elongate catheter body  1832  sufficient to cause the portion  1854  of the elongate catheter body  1832 , for example along which the plurality of electrodes  1844  are present, to curve in the predefined radial direction. 
       FIG.  18 D  provides an illustration of the portion  1854  of the elongate catheter body  1832  curved in a predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression. The catheter  1830  illustrated in  FIG.  18 D  is similar to the catheter  1830  shown in  FIG.  18 A  and is described herein, although other catheters having similar features can also be used. In the catheter  1830  illustrated in  FIG.  18 D , a sensor  1866  is proximal to the electrodes  1844 . When the electrodes  1844  are in the right pulmonary artery  206 , the sensor  1866  can be in the pulmonary trunk  202 , for example. If the sensor  1866  is more proximal, the sensor  1866  can be in the right ventricle, the superior vena cava, etc. Positioning the sensor  1866  proximal along the catheter  1830  can allow the sensor  1866  to be in a location different than the location of the electrode  1844  without positioning the sensor  1866  separate from positioning the electrode  1844 . As illustrated in  FIG.  18 D , the catheter  1830  has been at least partially positioned within the main pulmonary artery  202  of a patient&#39;s heart  200 , where the anchor  1848  is located in the lumen of the right pulmonary artery  206 . From this position, a longitudinal compressive force applied to the elongate catheter body  1832  can cause the portion  1854  of the elongate catheter body  1832 , along with at least some of the plurality of electrodes  1844  in this example, to curve in the predefined radial direction, superior in this example. The curvature allows (e.g., causes) the plurality of electrodes  1844  to extend towards and/or touch the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  202  and/or right pulmonary artery  206 . Preferably, the plurality of electrodes  1844  are brought into position and/or contact with the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery  202  and/or right pulmonary artery  206 . 
     In some examples, the elongate catheter body  1832  of the catheter  1830  can use the lumen  1842  that extends from the first end  1834  towards the second end  1836  to provide a curve in a predefined radial direction. For example, the catheter  1830  can include a shaping wire  1857  having a first end  1859  and a second end  1861 , as illustrated in  FIG.  18 A . The shaping wire  1857  can be bent and retain a desired shape that, upon insertion into the lumen  1842 , can at least partially provide the catheter  1830  with a curve. The lumen  1842  has a size (e.g., a diameter) sufficient to allow the shaping wire  1857  to pass through the lumen  1842  with the second end  1861  of the shaping wire  1857  proximate to the second end  1836  of the elongate catheter body  1832  so that the bent portion  1863  of the shaping wire  1857  imparts a curve into the portion  1854  of the elongate catheter body  1832 , allowing the plurality of electrodes  1844  to extend towards and/or touch the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery. In some examples the shaping wire  1857  can complement the portion  1854 . In some examples, the shaping wire  1857  can be used in place of the portion  1854  (e.g., if the catheter  1830  does not include the portion  1854  or by not imparting the longitudinal compressive force). In some examples, the shaping wire  1857  can be used to impart a curve that is contrary to the curve that the portion  1854  would cause if a compressive force was applied. In some examples, the shaping wire  1857  may be inserted into the lumen  1842  in any rotational orientation such that a curve can be imparted in any desired radial direction, for example depending on the position of the anchor  1848 . The shaping wire  1857  can allow formation of a curve even if the catheter  1830  does not include an anchor  1848 , for example because the catheter body  1832  can conform to the shape of the shaping wire regardless of whether the catheter  1830  is anchored to the vasculature. In some examples, insertion of the shaping wire  1857  into the lumen  1842  imparts a curve to the portion  1854  such that at least one of the electrodes  1844  apposes a superior/posterior sidewall of the pulmonary artery. 
     In some examples, a neuromodulation system comprises a catheter  1830  and a shaping wire  1857 . The catheter  1830  comprises a catheter body  1832 , an electrode  1844 , and a sensor  1866 . The catheter body  1832  comprises a proximal end  1834 , a distal end  1836 , a lumen  1842  extending from the proximal end  1834  towards the distal end  1836  (e.g., at least distal to the electrode  1844 ), and an outer surface  1838 . The electrode  1844  is on the outer surface  1838 . The electrode  1844  is configured to deliver an electrical signal to a pulmonary artery of a patient (e.g., to provide calibration and/or therapeutic stimulation to a nerve proximate the pulmonary artery). 
     The shaping wire  1857  comprises a material that is configured to cause the catheter body  1832  to bend. For example, the radial force of the shaping wire  1857  may be greater than the forces that keep the catheter body  1832  in a generally straight configuration. In some examples, the shaping wire  1857  comprises a shape memory material (e.g., nitinol, chromium cobalt, copper aluminum nickel, etc.) or a resilient material (e.g., stainless steel, etc.). For example, the shaping wire  1857  may be stressed to a straight wire in a proximal portion of the catheter  1830 , but in a portion of the catheter  1830  to be bent, which may be, for example, weaker that the proximal portion of the catheter  1830 , the shaping wire  1857  can revert to the unstressed curved shape within the catheter  1830 . In some examples in which the shaping wire  1857  comprises a shape memory material, the shaping wire  1857  may utilize thermal shape memory. For example, the shaping wire  1857  may be in a substantially straight shape until cold or warm fluid (e.g., saline) causes reversion to the curved shape. In some such examples, the entire catheter  1830  may be bendable by the shaping wire  1857 , but the temperature change is effected once the shaping wire  1857  is in a desired longitudinal and/or radial position. In some examples, the entire catheter  1830  may be bendable by the shaping wire  1857 . For example, the curve may propagate along the length of the catheter  1830  until the curve is in a desired position. 
     The shaping wire  1857  has a diameter or cross-sectional dimension less than the diameter or cross-sectional dimension of the lumen  1842 . For example, if the catheter body  1832  is 20 French (Fr) (approx. 6.67 millimeters (mm)), the lumen  1842  may be 18 Fr (approx. 6 mm) and the shaping wire  1857  may be 16 Fr (approx. 5.33 mm). The shaping wire  1857  may be, for example 1 Fr less than the lumen  1842  (e.g., for more radial force than if 2 Fr less) or 2 Fr less than the lumen  1842  (e.g., for less friction during navigation than if 1 Fr less). The shaping wire  1857  may be, for example 2 Fr less than the catheter body  1832  (e.g., if the lumen  1842  is 1 Fr less than the catheter body  1832 ) or 4 Fr less than the catheter body  1832  (e.g., providing flexibility for the size of the lumen  1842  to be 1 or 2 Fr less than the catheter body). Shaping wire sizes other than on a French catheter scale are also possible (e.g., having a diameter less than a diameter of the lumen  1842  by about 0.05 mm, 0.1 mm, by about 0.2 mm, by about 0.25 mm, by about 0.5 mm, ranges between such values etc.). 
     The sensor  1866  is on the outer surface  1838 . The sensor  1866  is configured to sense a heart activity property (e.g., a non-electrical heart activity property such as a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property) from a location within in vasculature of the patient. The location may be different than the pulmonary artery in which the electrode  1844  is positioned. For example, if the electrode  1844  is in the right pulmonary artery, the location of the sensor  1866  may be in the pulmonary trunk, a pulmonary artery branch vessel, the right ventricle, the ventricular septal wall, the right atrium, the septal wall of the right atrium, the superior vena cava, the inferior vena cava, the left pulmonary artery, the coronary sinus, etc. The shaping wire  1857  is configured to be positioned in the lumen  1842  of the catheter body  1832 . The shaping wire comprising a bent portion  1863 . For example, from a proximal end  1859  to a distal end  1861 , the shaping wire  1857  may be substantially straight in a substantially straight portion, then have a bent portion  1863  extending away from a longitudinal axis of the straight portion. The bent portion  1863  may include one bend or a plurality of bends (e.g., two bends (as illustrated in  FIG.  18 A ), three bends, or more bends). The shaping wire  1857  may optionally comprise another substantially straight portion after the bent portion, which may have a longitudinal axis that is substantially aligned with the longitudinal axis of the proximal straight portion. When the shaping wire  1857  is inserted in the lumen  1842  of the catheter body  1832 , the catheter body  1832  comprises a curved portion  1854  corresponding to the bent portion  1863  of the shaping wire  1857 . For example, the catheter body  1832 , or the portion  1854 , may comprise a material that can be bent due to pressure or stress applied to the lumen  1842  or interior surface  1840  of the catheter body  1832 . In some examples, insertion of the shaping wire  1857  into the lumen  1842  imparts a curve to the portion  1854  such that at least one of the electrodes  1844  apposes a superior/posterior sidewall of the pulmonary artery. 
       FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  further illustrate an example delivery catheter  1856  that can be used in conjunction with the catheter  1830 . The delivery catheter  1856  can be a Swan-Ganz type pulmonary artery catheter, as are known, that includes a surface  1858  defining a lumen  1860  sized sufficiently to receive, store, and deploy the catheter  1830 . As illustrated, the delivery catheter  1856  includes a reversibly inflatable balloon  1862  in fluid communication with a balloon inflation lumen that extends from a proximal or first end  1864  of the delivery catheter  1856  (e.g., where the inflation lumen can be to an inflation fluid source) to the interior volume of the reversibly inflatable balloon  1862 . 
     The catheter  1830  also includes a first sensor  1866 . As illustrated in  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C , the first sensor  1866  can be positioned at a number of different locations along the catheter  1830 . In  FIG.  18 A , the first sensor  1866  is positioned on the elongate catheter body  1832  distal to the anchor  1848 . A sensor  1866  that is proximate to the distal end  1836  of the catheter  1830  may also or alternatively be useful for navigation of the catheter  1830 , for example to determine an anatomical location during floating a balloon such as with a Swan-Ganz catheter. In  FIG.  18 B , the first sensor  1866  is positioned on or between one of the struts  1850  of the anchor. In  FIG.  18 C , the first sensor  1866  is positioned proximal to both the anchor  1848  and the plurality of electrodes  1844 . In  FIG.  18 D , the first sensor  1866  is positioned proximal enough that the first sensor  1866  can be in a location of the vasculature different than the electrodes  1844 . In some examples, the catheter  1830  comprises a plurality of sensors  1866  at more than one of the positions illustrated in  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  and/or other positions. 
     The catheter  1830  further includes a sensor conductor  1868 . The first sensor  1866  is coupled to the sensor conductor  1868  and is isolated from the conductive elements  1846  and electrodes  1844 . The coupling may be electrical, optical, pressure, etc. The sensor conductor  1868  extends through the elongate body  1832  from the first sensor  1866  through the first end  1834  of the elongate body  1832 . The sensor conductor  1868  terminates at a connector port that can be used, for example, to releasably couple the first sensor  1866  to the stimulation system, as discussed herein. 
     The first sensor  1866  can be used to sense one or more activity property (e.g., electrical and/or non-electrical heart activity properties). In some examples, the property can be measured in response to one or more electrical pulses delivered using the plurality of electrodes  1844 . Examples of non-electrical heart activity properties include, but are not limited to, one or more of a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, and a blood chemistry property measured from within the vasculature of the heart. As appreciated, two or more of the non-electrical heart activity properties can be measured by using more than one sensor on the catheter  1830 . 
     For use in detecting a pressure property, the first sensor  1866  can be a pressure sensing transducer, for example such as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,564,434 (e.g., configured to detect changes in blood pressure, atmospheric pressure, and/or blood temperature and to provide modulated pressure and/or temperature related signals), incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. For use in detecting an acceleration property, the first sensor  1866  can be an acceleration sensor, for example such as disclosed in U.S. Patent Pub. No. 2004/0172079 to Chinchoy (e.g., configured to generate a signal proportional to acceleration of a heart muscle or wall such as a coronary sinus wall, septal wall, or ventricle wall) or U.S. Pat. No. 7,092,759 to Nehls et al. (e.g., configured to generate a signal proportional to acceleration, velocity, and/or displacement of a heart muscle or wall such as a coronary sinus wall, septal wall, or ventricle wall), each of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. For use in detecting an acoustic property, the first sensor  1866  can be a piezoelectric transducer (e.g., a microphone) or a blood flow sensor, for example such as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,754,532 (e.g., configured to measure a velocity of blood to estimate blood flow volume), which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. For use in detecting a temperature, the first sensor  1866  can be a temperature sensor, for example such as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,336,244 (e.g., configured to detect variations in blood temperature and/or oxygen concentration indicative of the mechanical pumping action of the heart) and/or U.S. Patent Pub. No. 2011/0160790 (e.g., configured to sense temperature and to produce a temperature signal), each of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. For use in detecting a blood chemistry properties, the first sensor  1866  can be an oxygen sensor or a glucose sensor, for example such as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,213,098 (e.g., configured to sense blood oxygen saturation levels that vary with cardiac muscle oxygen uptake) and/or U.S. Patent Pub. No. 2011/0160790 (e.g., configured to measure oxygen and/or glucose concentration in blood and to produce an oxygen and/or glucose signal), each of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. Other types of sensors can also be used for the first sensor  1866 , other sensors described herein, and the like. 
     The catheter  1830  shown in  FIGS.  18 A through  18 C  can be positioned in the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, or the pulmonary trunk of the patient, for example as described herein. To accomplish this, the delivery catheter  1856  with the catheter  1830  housed therein can be introduced into the vasculature through a percutaneous incision, and guided to the right ventricle. For example, the delivery catheter  1856  can be inserted into the vasculature via a peripheral vein of the neck or chest (e.g., as with a Swan-Ganz catheter). Changes in a patient&#39;s electrocardiography and/or pressure signals from the vasculature can be used to guide and locate the pulmonary artery catheter within the patient&#39;s heart. Once in the proper location, a guide wire can be introduced into the patient via the pulmonary artery guide catheter, where the guide wire is advanced into the desired pulmonary artery (e.g., the right pulmonary artery). The delivery catheter  1856  with the catheter  1830  housed therein can be advanced over the guide wire so as to position the catheter  1830  in the desired pulmonary artery of the patient (e.g., the right pulmonary artery or the left pulmonary artery), for example as described herein. Various imaging modalities can be used in positioning the guide wire of the present disclosure in the pulmonary artery of the patient. Such imaging modalities include, but are not limited to, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, electromagnetic, and electropotential modalities. 
     When the catheter  1830  is positioned in the right pulmonary artery or the left pulmonary artery and the sensor  1866  is configured to be proximal to the electrodes  1844 , a distance between the electrodes  1844  (e.g., from the proximal-most electrode  1844 ) and the sensor  1866  may be between about 1 cm and about 5 cm (e.g., about 1 cm, about 2 cm, about 3 cm, about 4 cm, about 5 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the pulmonary trunk, between about 8 cm and about 20 cm (e.g., about 8 cm, about 9 cm, about 10 cm, about 11 cm, about 12 cm, about 13 cm, about 14 cm, about 16 cm, about 18 cm, about 20 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the right ventricle, between about 16 cm and about 27 cm (e.g., about 16 cm, about 17 cm, about 18 cm, about 19 cm, about 20 cm, about 21 cm, about 22 cm, about 23 cm, about 25 cm, about 27 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the right atrium, or between about 21 cm and about 33 cm (e.g., about 21 cm, about 23 cm, about 25 cm, about 26 cm, about 27 cm, about 28 cm, about 29 cm, about 30 cm, about 31 cm, about 32 cm, about 33 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the superior vena cava. 
     When the catheter  1830  is positioned in the pulmonary trunk and the sensor  1866  is configured to be distal to the electrodes  1844 , a distance between the electrodes  1844  (e.g., from the distal-most electrode  1844 ) and the sensor  1866  may be between about 1 cm and about 5 cm (e.g., about 1 cm, about 2 cm, about 3 cm, about 4 cm, about 5 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the right pulmonary artery or the left pulmonary artery. When the catheter  1830  is positioned in the pulmonary trunk and the sensor  1866  is configured to be proximal to the electrodes  1844 , a distance between the electrodes  1844  (e.g., from the proximal-most electrode  1844 ) and the sensor  1866  may be between about 3 cm and about 19 cm (e.g., about 3 cm, about 5 cm, about 6 cm, about 7 cm, about 8 cm, about 9 cm, about 10 cm, about 12 cm, about 15 cm, about 19 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the right ventricle, between about 11 cm and about 26 cm (e.g., about 11 cm, about 13 cm, about 15 cm, about 16 cm, about 17 cm, about 18 cm, about 19 cm, about 20 cm, about 22 cm, about 24 cm, about 26 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the right atrium, or between about 16 cm and about 32 cm (e.g., about 16 cm, about 18 cm, about 20 cm, about 22 cm, about 24 cm, about 25 cm, about 26 cm, about 27 cm, about 28 cm, about 30 cm, about 32 cm, ranges between such values, etc.), in which case the sensor  1866  can reside in the superior vena cava. 
       FIG.  19    provides a perspective view of a catheter  1930  positioned in the heart  200  of a subject (e.g., patient), where one or more of a plurality of electrodes  1944  are contacting the posterior  221  and/or superior surface  223  of the right pulmonary artery  206  (e.g., at a position that is superior to the branch point  207 ).  FIG.  19    further illustrates the example in which the first sensor  1966  is positioned distal from the anchor  1948 . As illustrated, the pulmonary trunk  202  has a diameter  1970  taken across a plane  1972  substantially perpendicular to both the left lateral plane  220  and the right lateral plane  216 . In a preferred example, the plurality of electrodes  1944  of the catheter  1930  is positioned in an area  1974  that extends distally no more than about three times the diameter  1970  of the pulmonary trunk  202  to the right of the branch point  207 . This area  1974  is shown with cross-hatching in  FIG.  19   . 
     The right pulmonary artery  206  can also include a branch point  1976  that divides the right pulmonary artery  206  into at least two additional arteries  1978  that are distal to the branch point  207  defining the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206 . As illustrated in  FIG.  19   , the plurality of electrodes  1944  can be positioned between the branch point  207  defining the left pulmonary artery  208  and the right pulmonary artery  206  and the branch point  1976  that divides the right pulmonary artery  206  into at least two additional arteries  1978 . In other words, the plurality of electrodes  1944  of the catheter  1930  could be positioned so as to contact the posterior  221  and/or superior surface  223  of the right pulmonary artery  206  up to an including the branch point  1976 . 
     Once positioned in a pulmonary artery of the heart of the patient (e.g., the right pulmonary artery  206  as illustrated in  FIG.  19   , the left pulmonary artery  208 , and/or the pulmonary trunk  202 ), one or more therapeutic and/or calibrating electrical pulses can be delivered through the plurality of electrodes  1944  of the catheter  1930 . One or more heart activity properties in response to the one or more electrical pulses are sensed from at least the first sensor  1966  positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart  200 . 
     The catheter  1830 ,  1930  may be permanently or reversibly implantable into the vasculature. For example, the catheter  1830 ,  1930  may be retracted from the vasculature (e.g., after removing the anchor  1848 ,  1948 ) after a duration. The duration may be determined based at least partially on a set duration (e.g., a certain number of hours or days (e.g., 12 hours, 18 hours, 24 hours, 2 days, 3 days, 4 days, 5 days, 6 days, etc.)). The duration may be determined based at least partially on a response of a patient (e.g., retracted when the patient has improved in an aspect by a certain amount or is deemed ready to have the catheter  1830 ,  1930  removed). 
       FIG.  20    illustrates an example catheter  2030  and a separate first sensor  2066  useful for the methods of the present disclosure. Similar to the catheter  1830 , the catheter  2030  includes an elongate catheter body  2032  having a proximal or first end  2034  and a distal or second end  2036 , a peripheral surface  2038  and an interior surface  2040  defining a lumen  2042  (shown with a broken line) that extends between the first end  2034  and the second end  2036  of the elongate catheter body  2032 . The catheter  2030  further includes a plurality of electrodes  2044  positioned along the peripheral surface  2038  of the elongate catheter body  2032 , and conductive elements  2046  extending through the elongate body  2032  between the plurality of electrodes  2044  and the first end  2034 , as discussed herein. The catheter  2030  further includes an anchor  2048  comprising struts  2050  that provide a peripheral surface  2052  that can engage vascular tissue (e.g., the lumen of either the right pulmonary artery or the left pulmonary artery). 
     The catheter  2030  further includes a portion  2054  of the elongate catheter body  2032 , for example including the plurality of electrodes  2044 , where the portion  2054  can curve in a predefined radial direction when placed under longitudinal compression, as discussed herein. The elongate catheter body  2032  of the catheter  2030  can also or alternatively include a lumen  2042  that can receive a shaping wire, as discussed herein. 
     In contrast to the catheter illustrated in  FIGS.  18 A through  18 D , however, the catheter  2030  does not include a first sensor. Rather, a second catheter  2080  includes a first sensor  2066 . As illustrated in  FIG.  20   , the second catheter  2080  includes an elongate catheter body  2082  having a first end  2084  and a second end  2086 , a peripheral surface  2088  and an interior surface  2090  defining a lumen  2092  (shown with a broken line) that extends between the first end  2084  and the second end  2086  of the elongate catheter body  2082 , where the lumen  2092  can receive a guide wire for help in positioning the second catheter  2080  in the vasculature of the heart. The second catheter  2080  further includes a first sensor  2066 , as discussed herein, on the elongate catheter body  2082  and a sensor conductor  2068  that extends through the elongate catheter body  2082  to terminate at a connector port that can be used, for example, to releasably couple the first sensor  2066  to the stimulation system, as discussed herein. 
     As the first sensor  2066  is included on the second catheter  2080 , the first sensor  2066  can be positioned in a location within the vasculature of the patient that is different than the first location in which the catheter  2030  is positioned. For example, the catheter  2030  can be positioned with the plurality of electrodes  2044  positioned in the right pulmonary artery, as discussed herein, while the first sensor  2066  is positioned in the left pulmonary artery. In this way, one or more electrical pulses can be delivered through the catheter  2030  positioned in the right pulmonary artery of the heart that does not contain the first sensor  2066 . In some examples, when the catheter  2030  is positioned with the plurality of electrodes  2044  positioned in the left pulmonary artery, the first sensor  2066  can be positioned in the right pulmonary artery. In this way, one or more electrical pulses can be delivered through the catheter  2030  positioned in the left pulmonary artery of the heart that does not contain the first sensor  2066 . 
     In some examples, the catheter  2030  can be positioned with the plurality of electrodes  2044  positioned in either one of the left pulmonary artery or the right pulmonary artery, and the first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can be positioned in the right ventricle of the heart. The first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can also be positioned in the right atrium of the heart. 
     In some examples, the first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can also be positioned on the septal wall of the right atrium or the ventricular septal wall of the heart. The elongate catheter body  2082  of the second catheter  2080  can include a positive fixation structure (e.g., a helical screw) that helps to secure the elongate catheter body  2082  and the first sensor  2066  to the septal wall of the right atrium of the heart. 
     In some examples the first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can be positioned in a superior vena cava of the heart. In some examples, the first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can be positioned in an inferior vena cava of the heart. In some examples, the first sensor  2066  on the second catheter  2080  can be positioned in a coronary sinus of the heart. In a preferred example, when the first sensor  2066  is positioned in the coronary sinus of the heart, the first sensor  2066  is used to sense at least one of a temperature and a blood oxygen level. 
     One or more cardiac properties can also or alternatively be sensed from a skin surface of the patient. An example of such a cardiac property includes an electrocardiogram property, where the electrical activity of the heart can be sensed using electrodes, as are known, attached to the surface of the patient&#39;s skin. Another example of such a cardiac property can include a Doppler echocardiogram, which can be used to determine the speed and direction of the blood flow. Acoustic signals sensed from the skin surface of the patient may also be used as the cardiac property. The properties of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart can then be adjusted, as discussed herein, in response to the one or more heart activity properties measured intravascularly and/or the one or more cardiac properties from the skin surface of the patient. 
     In some examples, a second sensor located at a second location within the vasculature of the heart can be used, in addition to the first sensor, to sense one or more heart activity properties, as discussed herein, for example in response to the one or more electrical pulses. The second location is different than the first location. For example, the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the right pulmonary artery; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the pulmonary trunk; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the right ventricle; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the right atrium; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the septal wall of the right atrium; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the ventricular septal wall; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the superior vena cava; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the inferior vena cava; the first location may be the left pulmonary artery and the second location may be the coronary sinus; and other permutations of these locations. 
     In some examples, the second sensor is the sensor  2066  of the second catheter  2080 , and the first sensor is the sensor  266  of the catheter  230 . In some examples the first sensor and the second sensor can be located on the same catheter (e.g., the catheter  230 , the catheter  2080 ). For example, both the first sensor and the second sensor can be located on the second catheter  2080  for sensing at least two different heart activity properties. For another example, both the first sensor and the second sensor can be located on the catheter  230  for sensing at least two different heart activity properties. The properties of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart can be adjusted, as discussed herein, in response to the one or more heart activity properties received from the first sensor and the second sensor. 
     Neuromodulation of the heart according to the present disclosure can be accomplished by applying electrical pulses in and/or around the region of the pulmonary artery. For example, the neuromodulation of the present disclosure can apply the electrical pulses to the posterior, superior wall, and/or the inferior wall of the right pulmonary artery. Preferably, neuromodulation of the present disclosure includes applying the electrical pulses to the posterior and/or superior wall of the right pulmonary artery, although other positions in the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, and the pulmonary trunk are also possible. The electrical pulses are thereby applied to the autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves surrounding the right pulmonary artery. These autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves can include the right autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves and the left autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves. The right autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves include the right dorsal medial cardiopulmonary nerve and the right dorsal lateral cardiopulmonary nerve. The left autonomic cardiopulmonary nerves include the left ventral cardiopulmonary nerve, the left dorsal medial cardiopulmonary nerve, the left dorsal lateral cardiopulmonary nerve, and the left stellate cardiopulmonary nerve. Stimulation of other nerves proximate to the right pulmonary artery is also possible. 
     With reference to  FIG.  19   , one or more of the plurality of electrodes  1944  of the catheter  1930  can be contacting the posterior surface  221  of the right pulmonary artery  206 . From this location, the electrical pulses delivered through one or more of the plurality of electrodes  1944  may be better able to treat and/or provide therapy (including adjuvant therapy) to the patient experiencing a variety of cardiovascular medical conditions, such as acute heart failure. The electrical pulses can elicit responses from the autonomic nervous system that may help to modulate a patient&#39;s cardiac contractility and/or relaxation. The electrical pulses applied by the methods described herein preferably affect heart contractility and/or relaxation more than the heart rate, which can help to improve hemodynamic control while possibly and/or reducing or minimizing unwanted systemic effects. 
     In accordance with several examples, a stimulation system is electrically coupled to the plurality of electrodes of the catheters described herein (e.g., via the conductive elements extending through the catheter). The stimulation system can be used to deliver the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) to the autonomic cardiopulmonary fibers surrounding a pulmonary artery (e.g., the right or left pulmonary artery or the main pulmonary artery or trunk). The stimulation system is used to operate and supply the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) to the plurality of electrodes of the catheter. The stimulation system controls the various properties of the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) delivered across the plurality of electrodes. Such properties include control of polarity (e.g., used as a cathode or an anode), pulsing mode (e.g., unipolar, bi-polar, biphasic, and/or multi-polar), a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, and/or a waveform associated with the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses). The stimulation system may operate and supply the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) to different combinations and numbers of the one or more electrodes, including one or more reference electrodes. The stimulation system can be external to the patient&#39;s body or internal to the patient&#39;s body. When located outside the body, a professional can program the stimulation system and monitor its performance. When located within the patient, the housing of the stimulation system or an electrode incorporated in the housing can be used as a reference electrode for both sensing and unipolar pulsing mode. 
     Examples of non-electrical heart activity properties include, but are not limited to, a pressure property, an acceleration property, an acoustic property, a temperature, or a blood chemistry property. The non-electrical heart activity properties may be sensed by at least a first sensor positioned at a first location within the vasculature of the heart. In response to the one or more non-electrical heart activity properties, a property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart can be adjusted. Examples of such adjustments include, but are not limited to, changing which electrode or electrodes of the plurality of electrodes on the catheter is/are used to deliver one or more electrical pulses. Adjustments can also be made to the properties of the electrical pulses, for example by changing at least one of an electrode polarity, a pulsing mode, a pulse width, an amplitude, a frequency, a phase, a voltage, a current, a duration, an inter-pulse interval, a duty cycle, a dwell time, a sequence, a wavelength, a waveform, and/or an electrode combination of the one or more electrical pulses. It is possible to adjust combinations of electrodes used and the properties of the electrical pulses provided by the electrodes. Adjusting a property of the one or more electrical pulses can include moving the catheter to reposition electrodes of the catheter in the pulmonary artery of the heart. Combinations of these adjustments are also possible. 
     By way of example, the stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can have a voltage between about 0.1 microvolts (mV) and about 75 volts (V) (e.g., about 0.1 mV, about 0.5 mV, about 1 mV, about 10 mV, about 100 mV or about 0.1 V, about 1 V, about 10 V, about 20 V, about 30 V, about 40 V, about 50 V, about 60 V, about 75 V, between 1 V and 50 V, between 0.1V and 10V, ranges between such values, etc.). The stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can also have an amplitude between about 1 milliamps (mA) to about 40 mA (e.g., about 1 mA, about 2 mA, about 3 mA, about 4 mA, about 5 mA, about 10 mA, about 15 mA, about 20 mA, about 25 mA, about 30 mA, about 35 mA, about 40 mA, ranges between such values, etc.). The stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can be delivered at a frequency of between 1 Hertz (Hz) and about 100,000 Hz or 100 kilohertz (kHz) (e.g., between 1 Hz and 10 kHz, between 2 Hz and 200 Hz, about 1 Hz, about 2 Hz, about 10 Hz, about 25 Hz, about 50 Hz, about 75 Hz, about 100 Hz, about 150 Hz, about 200 Hz, about 250 Hz, about 500 Hz, about 1,000 Hz or 1 kHz, about 10 kHz, ranges between such values, etc.). The electrical pulses can have a pulse width between about 100 microseconds (μs) and about 100 milliseconds (ms) (e.g., about 100 μs, about 200 μs, about 500 μs, about 1,000 μs or 1 ms, about 10 ms, about 50 ms, about 100 ms, ranges between such values, etc.). For variation of duty cycle, or the duration that the electrical pulses are delivered versus the duration that electrical pulses are not delivered, the electrical pulses may be delivered for between about 250 ms and about 1 second (e.g., about 250 ms, about 300 ms, about 350 ms, about 400 ms, about 450 ms, about 500 ms, about 550 ms, about 600 ms, about 650 ms, about 700 ms, about 750 ms, about 800 ms, about 850 ms, about 900 ms, about 950 ms, ranges between such values, etc.), and thereafter not delivered for between about 1 second and about 10 minutes (e.g., about 1 second, about 5 seconds, about 10 seconds, about 15 seconds, about 30 seconds, about 45 seconds, about 1 minute, about 2 minutes, about 3 minutes, about 5 minutes, about 10 minutes, ranges between such values, etc.). An optimized duty cycle may, for example, reduce response time, increase battery life, patient comfort (reduce pain, cough, etc.), etc. The stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) can also have a variety of waveforms, such as: square wave, biphasic square wave, sine wave, arbitrary defined waveforms that are electrically safe, efficacious, and feasible, and combinations thereof. The stimulation energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) may be applied to multiple target sites via multiple electrodes at least partially simultaneously and/or sequentially. 
     In some examples, the waveform of a stimulation signal is a charge balanced, constant current cathodic first biphasic waveform with a low impedance closed switch second phase electrode discharge. Pulse train characteristics can include, for example, a pulse amplitude between about 8 mA and about 20 mA, a pulse width between about 2 ms and about 8 ms, and a pulse frequency of about 20 Hz. Pulse amplitude and/or pulse width may be lower based on certain electrode designs. 
     The methods of the present disclosure can include assigning a hierarchy of electrode configurations from which to deliver the one or more electrical pulses. The hierarchy can include two or more predetermined patterns and/or combinations of the plurality of electrodes to use in delivering the one or more electrical pulses. For example, the one or more electrical pulses can be delivered using the hierarchy of electrode configurations. A heart activity property sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses delivered using the hierarchy of electrode configurations can be analyzed. Such an analysis can include, for example, determining which of the hierarchy of electrode configurations provide the highest contractility or relative contractility of the patient&#39;s heart. Based on this analysis, an electrode configuration can be selected to use for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the patient&#39;s heart. 
     In some examples, a method can include assigning a hierarchy to one or more properties of the one or more electrical pulses delivered through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the heart. The hierarchy can include providing an order of which property (e.g., electrode polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, phase, voltage, current, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, or waveform of the one or more electrical pulses) is to be changed and by how much, and for a predetermined number of electrical pulses delivered to the patient&#39;s heart. The predetermined number of electrical pulses can be, for example, 10 to 100 electrical pulses at a given property of the hierarchy. The one or more heart activity properties can be recorded for the predetermined number of the one or more electrical pulses delivered to the patient&#39;s heart for a given property of the one or more electrical pulses. The one or more heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses can then be analyzed. For example, the recorded properties for each set of predetermined numbers of pulses can be analyzed against other sets of recorded properties and/or against predetermined standards for a given heart activity properties and/or cardiac property (e.g., contractility and/or relaxation). Based on this analysis, an electrode configuration can be selected to use for delivering the one or more electrical pulses through the catheter positioned in the pulmonary artery of the patient&#39;s heart. As a non-limiting example, a current of 1 mA can be applied to an electrode for 50 electrical pulses, followed by the application of a current of 10 mA to the electrode for 50 electrical pulses. The responses at 1 mA and 10 mA can be compared. If 10 mA works better, a current of 20 mA can be applied to the electrode for 50 electrical pulses, and the responses at 10 mA and 20 mA can be compared. If 10 mA works better, 10 mA may be selected as the current for the method. A wide variety of selection processes may be used, including but not limited to iterative methods (e.g., comprising making comparisons until a limit is found at which a difference is negligible) and brute force methods (e.g., measuring responses and selecting one magnitude after completion of all responses or until a certain value is achieved). This can be repeated for one or more additional properties according to the hierarchy (e.g., current followed by frequency). The selection process may be the same or different for each member of the hierarchy. 
     In some examples, a first electrical signal of a series of electrical signals is delivered (e.g., via a stimulation system such as the stimulation system  2101 ) to an electrode in the pulmonary artery (e.g., the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, the pulmonary trunk). After delivering the first electrical signal, a second electrical signal of the series of electrical signals is delivered (e.g., via the stimulation system) to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. For example, if the first parameter is current, the first electrical signal may have a voltage such as 1 mA and the second electrical signal may have a different voltage such as 2 mA, while each of the other parameters (e.g., polarity, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, voltage, duration, inter-pulse interval, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, waveform, and/or an electrode combination) are the same. 
     Sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may be determined in response to delivering the series of electrical signals (e.g., via a sensor in the vasculature (e.g., as part of a same catheter that comprises the electrode, as part of a different catheter), via a sensor on a skin surface, combinations thereof, and the like)). Electrical parameters to use for therapeutic modulation may be selected based at least partially on the sensor data. For example, the selected electrical parameters may comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter. A therapeutic neuromodulation signal may be delivered to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal may increase heart contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., more than heart rate). 
     In some examples, a first series of electrical signals is delivered (e.g., via a stimulation system such as the stimulation system  501 ) to an electrode in the pulmonary artery (e.g., the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, the pulmonary trunk). The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters (e.g., polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, phase, voltage, current, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, waveform, electrode combination, subsets thereof, or the like). Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters (e.g., one of polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, phase, voltage, current, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, and waveform changes in each of the first plurality of electrical signals). For example, if the first parameter is current, the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series may differ by having different currents such as 1 mA, 2 mA, 3 mA, 4 mA, etc., while each of the other parameters (e.g., polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, phase, voltage, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, and waveform) are the same. 
     After the first series of electrical signals is delivered to the electrode, a second series of electrical signals can be delivered (e.g., via the stimulation system) to the electrode. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters different than the first parameter (e.g., a different one of polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, frequency, phase, voltage, current, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, and waveform changes in each of the second plurality of electrical signals). For example, if the first parameter is current, the second parameter may be related to timing such as frequency or duty cycle. For example, in the case of frequency, the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series may differ by having different frequencies such as 1 Hz, 2 Hz, 3 Hz, 4 Hz, etc., while each of the other parameters (e.g., current, polarity, pulsing mode, pulse width, amplitude, phase, voltage, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, wavelength, and waveform) are the same. 
     Sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties may be determined in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals (e.g., via a sensor in the vasculature (e.g., as part of a same catheter that comprises the electrode, as part of a different catheter), via a sensor on a skin surface, combinations thereof, and the like)). Electrical parameters to use for therapeutic modulation may be selected based at least partially on the sensor data. For example, the selected electrical parameters may comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter. A therapeutic neuromodulation signal may be delivered to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal may increase heart contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., more than heart rate). 
     Other series of electrical signals may be delivered to the electrode, for example only differing from one another by a magnitude of a different parameter of the plurality of parameters than the first parameter and the second parameter. As many parameters as may be desired to have a selected value may be calibrated or optimized. An order of the parameters may be based on a hierarchy (e.g., first select a current, then select a frequency, etc.). 
     A calibration or optimization process may be performed once (e.g., when a catheter  1830 ,  1930  is initially positioned) or a plurality of times. For example, the process may be repeated periodically or after a certain duration (e.g., once per hour, per 2 hours, per 4 hours, per 6 hours, per 8 hours, per 12 hours, per 18 hours, per 24 hours, per 36 hours, per 2 days, per 60 hours, per 3 hours, etc.). In some implementations the process may be repeated upon detection of a change (e.g., by the sensor  266 ,  366 ,  466 ). For example, if a heart activity property changes by more than a certain percentage in a certain duration (e.g., ±10%, ±25%, ±50%, etc. in ≤1 minute, ≤2 minutes, ≤5 minutes, etc.), that may be indicative that the catheter and/or sensor changed position or that something else in the system or patient may have changed (e.g., patient condition, physiological status, other therapy regiments, etc.). 
     For example,  FIG.  21    illustrates an example of a stimulation system  2101 . U.S. Provisional Patent App. No. 62/001,729, filed May 22, 2014, is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety, and more specifically the stimulation system  11600  disclosed in  FIG.  11    and page  41 , line  5  to page  42 , line  19  are incorporated herein by reference. As shown in  FIG.  21   , the stimulation system  2101  includes an input/output connector  2103  that can releasably join the conductive elements of the catheter, conductive elements of a second catheter, and/or sensors for sensing the one or more cardiac properties from the skin surface of the patient, as discussed herein. An input from the sensor can also be releasably coupled to the input/output connector  11602  so as to receive the sensor signal(s) discussed herein. The conductive elements and/or sensors may be permanently coupled to the stimulation system (e.g., not releasably coupled). 
     The input/output connector  2103  is connected to an analog to digital converter  2105 . The output of the analog to digital converter  2105  is connected to a microprocessor  2107  through a peripheral bus  2109  including, for example, address, data, and control lines. The microprocessor  2107  can process the sensor data, when present, in different ways depending on the type of sensor in use. The microprocessor  2107  can also control, as discussed herein, the pulse control output generator  2111  that delivers the stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical pulses) to the one or more electrodes via the input/output connector  2103  and/or housing  2123 . 
     The parameters of the stimulation electrical energy (e.g., properties of the electrical pulses) can be controlled and adjusted, if desired, by instructions programmed in a memory  2113  and executed by a programmable pulse generator  2115 . The memory  2113  may comprise a non-transitory computer-readable medium. The memory  2113  may include one or more memory devices capable of storing data and allowing any storage location to be directly accessed by the microprocessor  2107 , such as random access memory (RAM), flash memory (e.g., non-volatile flash memory), and the like. The stimulation system  2101  may comprise a storage device, such as one or more hard disk drives or redundant arrays of independent disks (RAID), for storing an operating system and other related software, and for storing application software programs, which may be the memory  2113  or a different memory. The instructions in memory  2113  for the programmable pulse generator  2115  can be set and/or modified based on input from the sensors and the analysis of the one or more heart activity properties via the microprocessor  2107 . The instructions in memory  2113  for the programmable pulse generator  2115  can also be set and/or modified through inputs from a professional via an input  2117  connected through the peripheral bus  2109 . Examples of such an input include a keyboard and/or a mouse (e.g., in conjunction with a display screen), a touch screen, etc. A wide variety of input/output (I/O) devices may be used with the stimulation system  2101 . Input devices include, for example, keyboards, mice, trackpads, trackballs, microphones, and drawing tablets. Output devices include, for example, video displays, speakers, and printers. The I/O devices may be controlled by an I/O controller. The I/O controller may control one or more I/O devices. An I/O device may provide storage and/or an installation medium for the stimulation system  2101 . The stimulation system  2101  may provide USB connections to receive handheld USB storage devices. The stimulation system  2101  optionally includes a communications port  2119  that connects to the peripheral bus  2109 , where data and/or programming instructions can be received by the microprocessor  2107  and/or the memory  2113 . 
     Input from the input  2117  (e.g., from a professional), the communications port  2119 , and/or from the one or more heart activity properties via the microprocessor  2107  can be used to change (e.g., adjust) the parameters of the stimulation electrical energy (e.g., properties of the electrical pulses). The stimulation system  2101  optionally includes a power source  2121 . The power source  2121  can be a battery or a power source supplied from an external power supply (e.g., an AC/DC power converter coupled to an AC source). The stimulation system  2101  optionally includes a housing  2123 . 
     The microprocessor  2107  can execute one or more algorithms in order to provide stimulation. The microprocessor  2107  can also be controlled by a professional via the input  2117  to initiate, terminate, and/or change (e.g., adjust) the properties of the electrical pulses. The microprocessor  2107  can execute one or more algorithms to conduct the analysis of the one or more heart activity properties sensed in response to the one or more electrical pulses delivered using the hierarchy of electrode configurations and/or the hierarchy of each property of the one or more electrical pulses, for example to help identify an electrode configuration and/or the property of the one or more electrical pulses delivered to the patient&#39;s heart. Such analysis and adjustments can be made using process control logic (e.g., fuzzy logic, negative feedback, etc.) so as to maintain control of the pulse control output generator  2111 . 
     In some examples, the stimulation is operated with closed loop feedback control. In some examples, input is received from a closed-looped feedback system via the microprocessor  2107 . The closed loop feedback control can be used to help maintain one or more of a patient&#39;s cardiac parameters at or within a threshold value or range programmed into memory  2113 . For example, under closed loop feedback control measured cardiac parameter value(s) can be compared and then it can be determine whether or not the measured value(s) lies outside a threshold value or a pre-determined range of values. If the measured cardiac parameter value(s) do not fall outside of the threshold value or the pre-determined range of values, the closed loop feedback control continues to monitor the cardiac parameter value(s) and repeats the comparison on a regular interval. If, however, the cardiac parameter value(s) from a sensor indicate that one or more cardiac parameters are outside of the threshold value or the pre-determined range of values one or more of the parameters of the stimulation electrical energy will be adjusted by the microprocessor  2107 . 
     The stimulation system  2101  may comprise one or more additional components, for example a display device, a cache memory (e.g., in communication with the microprocessor  2107 ), logic circuitry, signal filters, a secondary or backside bus, local buses, local interconnect buses, and the like. The stimulation system  2101  may support any suitable installation device, such as a CD-ROM drive, a CD-R/RW drive, a DVD-ROM drive, tape drives of various formats, USB device, hard-drive, communication device to a connect to a server, or any other device suitable for installing software and programs. The stimulation system  2101  may include a network interface to interface to a Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), or the Internet through a variety of connections including, but not limited to, standard telephone lines, LAN or WAN links, broadband connections, wireless connections (e.g., Bluetooth, WiFi), combinations thereof, and the like. The network interface may comprise a built-in network adapter, network interface card, wireless network adapter, USB network adapter, modem, or any other device suitable for interfacing the stimulation system  2101  to any type of network capable of communication and performing the operations described herein. In some examples, the stimulation system  2101  may comprise or be connected to multiple display devices, which may be of the same or different in type and/or form. As such, any of the I/O devices and/or the I/O controller may comprise any type and/or form of suitable hardware, software, or combination of hardware and software to support, enable, or provide for the connection and use of multiple display devices by the stimulation system  2101 . The stimulation system can interface with any workstation, desktop computer, laptop or notebook computer, server, handheld computer, mobile telephone, any other computer, or other form of computing or telecommunications device that is capable of communication and that has sufficient processor power and memory capacity to perform the operations described herein and/or to communication with the stimulation system  2101 . The arrows shown in  FIG.  21    generally depict the flow of current and/or information, but current and/or information may also flow in the opposite direction depending on the hardware. 
     Analysis, determining, adjusting, and the like described herein may be closed loop control or open loop control. For example, in closed loop control, a stimulation system may analyze a heart activity property and adjust an electrical signal property without input from a user. For another example, in open loop control, a stimulation system may analyze a heart activity property and prompt action by a user to adjust an electrical signal property, for example providing suggested adjustments or a number of adjustment options. 
     In some examples, a method of non-therapeutic calibration comprises positioning an electrode in a pulmonary artery of a heart and positioning a sensor in a right ventricle of the heart. The system further comprises delivering, via a stimulation system, a first series of electrical signals to the electrode. The first series comprises a first plurality of electrical signals. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals comprises a plurality of parameters. Each of the first plurality of electrical signals of the first series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a first parameter of the plurality of parameters. The method further comprises, after delivering the first series of electrical signals to the electrode, delivering, via the stimulation system, a second series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second series comprises a second plurality of electrical signals. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals comprises the plurality of parameters. Each of the second plurality of electrical signals of the second series only differs from one another by a magnitude of a second parameter of the plurality of parameters. The second parameter is different than the first parameter. The method further comprises determining, via the sensor, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to delivering the first series of electrical signals and the second series of electrical signals. The method further comprises determining a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to be delivered to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter and a selected magnitude of the second parameter. The selected magnitudes of the first and second parameters are based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     In some examples, a method of non-therapeutic calibration comprises delivering a first electrical signal of a series of electrical signals to an electrode in a first anatomical location and, after delivering the first electrical signal, delivering a second electrical signal of the series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The method further comprises sensing, via a sensor in a second anatomical location different than the first anatomical location, sensor data indicative of one or more non-electrical heart activity properties in response to the delivery of the series of electrical signals, and determining a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to be delivered to the first anatomical location using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters comprise a selected magnitude of the first parameter. The selected magnitude of the first parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. 
     In some examples, the stimulation system can be used to help identify a preferred location for the position of the one or more electrodes along the posterior, superior and/or inferior surfaces of the main pulmonary artery, left pulmonary artery, and/or right pulmonary artery. To this end, the one or more electrodes of the catheter or catheter system are introduced into the patient and tests of various locations along the posterior, superior and/or inferior surfaces of the vasculature using the stimulation system are conducted so as to identify a preferred location for the electrodes. During such a test, the stimulation system can be used to initiate and adjust the parameters of the stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses). Such parameters include, but are not limited to, terminating, increasing, decreasing, or changing the rate or pattern of the stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses). The stimulation system can also deliver stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) that is episodic, continuous, phasic, in clusters, intermittent, upon demand by the patient or medical personnel, or preprogrammed to respond to a signal, or portion of a signal, sensed from the patient. 
     An open-loop or closed-loop feedback mechanism may be used in conjunction with the present disclosure. For the open-loop feedback mechanism, a professional can monitor cardiac parameters and changes to the cardiac parameters of the patient. Based on the cardiac parameters the professional can adjust the parameters of the electrical current applied to autonomic cardiopulmonary fibers. Non-limiting examples of cardiac parameters monitored include arterial blood pressure, central venous pressure, capillary pressure, systolic pressure variation, blood gases, cardiac output, systemic vascular resistance, pulmonary artery wedge pressure, gas composition of the patient&#39;s exhaled breath and/or mixed venous oxygen saturation. Cardiac parameters can be monitored by an electrocardiogram, invasive hemodynamics, an echocardiogram, or blood pressure measurement or other devices known in the art to measure cardiac function. Other parameters such as body temperature and respiratory rate can also be monitored and processed as part of the feedback mechanism. 
     In a closed-loop feedback mechanism, the cardiac parameters of the patient are received and processed by the stimulation system, where the parameters of the electrical current are adjusted based at least in part on the cardiac parameters. As discussed herein, a sensor is used to detect a cardiac parameter and generate a sensor signal. The sensor signal is processed by a sensor signal processor, which provides a control signal to a signal generator. The signal generator, in turn, can generate a response to the control signal by activating or adjusting one or more of the parameters of the electrical current applied by the catheter to the patient. The control signal can initiate, terminate, increase, decrease or change the parameters of the electrical current. It is possible for the one or more electrodes of the catheter to be used as a sensor a recording electrode. When necessary these sensing or recording electrodes may deliver stimulation electrical energy (e.g., electrical current or electrical pulses) as discussed herein. 
     The stimulation system can also monitor to determine if the one or more electrodes have dislodged from their position within the right pulmonary artery. For example, impedance values can be used to determine whether the one or more electrodes have dislodged from their position within the right pulmonary artery. If changes in the impedance values indicate that the one or more electrodes have dislodged from their position within the right pulmonary artery, a warning signal is produced by the stimulation system and the electrical current is stopped. 
     In several examples, the catheters provided herein include a plurality of electrodes, which includes two or more electrodes. It is understood that the phrase “a plurality of electrodes” can be replaced herein with two or more electrodes if desired. For the various examples of catheters and systems disclosed herein, the electrodes can have a variety of configurations and sizes. For example, the electrodes discussed herein can be ring-electrodes that fully encircle the body on which they are located. The electrodes discussed herein can also be a partial ring, where the electrode only partially encircles the body on which they are located. For example, the electrodes can be partial ring electrodes that preferably only contact the luminal surface of the main pulmonary artery and/or pulmonary arteries, as discussed herein. This configuration may help to localize the stimulation electrical energy, as discussed herein, into the vascular and adjacent tissue structures (e.g., autonomic fibers) and away from the blood. The electrodes and conductive elements provided herein can be formed of a conductive biocompatible metal or metal alloy. Examples of such conductive biocompatible metal or metal alloys include, but are not limited to, titanium, platinum or alloys thereof. Other biocompatible metal or metal alloys are known. 
     For the various examples, the elongate body of the catheters provided herein can be formed of a flexible polymeric material. Examples of such flexible polymeric material include, but are not limited to, medical grade polyurethanes, such as polyester-based polyurethanes, polyether-based polyurethanes, and polycarbonate-based polyurethanes; polyamides, polyamide block copolymers, polyolefins such as polyethylene (e.g., high density polyethylene); and polyimides, among others. 
     Each of the catheters and/or catheter systems discussed herein can further include one or more reference electrodes positioned proximal to the one or more electrodes present on the elongate body. These one or more reference electrodes can each include insulated conductive leads that extend from the catheter and/or catheter system so as to allow the one or more reference electrodes to be used as common or return electrodes for electrical current that is delivered through one or more of the one or more electrodes on the elongate body of the catheter and/or catheter system. 
     With respect to treating cardiovascular medical conditions, such medical conditions can involve medical conditions related to the components of the cardiovascular system such as, for example, the heart and aorta. Non-limiting examples of cardiovascular conditions include post-infarction rehabilitation, shock (hypovolemic, septic, neurogenic), valvular disease, heart failure including acute heart failure, angina, microvascular ischemia, myocardial contractility disorder, cardiomyopathy, hypertension including pulmonary hypertension and systemic hypertension, orthopnea, dyspnea, orthostatic hypotension, dysautonomia, syncope, vasovagal reflex, carotid sinus hypersensitivity, pericardial effusion, and cardiac structural abnormalities such as septal defects and wall aneurysms. 
     In some examples, a catheter, for example as discussed herein, can be used in conjunction with a pulmonary artery catheter, such as a Swan-Ganz type pulmonary artery catheter, to deliver transvascular neuromodulation via the pulmonary artery to an autonomic target site to treat a cardiovascular condition. In certain such examples, the catheter (or catheters) is housed within one of the multiple lumens of a pulmonary artery catheter. 
     In addition to the catheter and catheter system of the present disclosure, one or more sensing electrodes can be located on or within the patent. Among other things, the sensing electrodes can be used to detect signals indicting changes in various cardiac parameters, where these changes can be the result of the pulse of stimulation electrical energy delivered to stimulate the nerve fibers (e.g., autonomic nerve fibers) surrounding the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries. Such parameters include, but are not limited to, the patient&#39;s heart rate (e.g., pulse), among other parameters. The sensing electrodes can also provide signals indicting changes in one or more electrical parameter of vasculature (electrical activity of the cardiac cycle). Such signals can be collected and displayed, as are known, using known devices (e.g., electrocardiography (ECG) monitor) or a stimulation system, as discussed herein, which receives the detected signals and provides information about the patient. 
     Other sensors can also be used with the patient to detect and measure a variety of other signals indicting changes in various cardiac parameters. Such parameters can include, but are not limited to, blood pressure, blood oxygen level and/or gas composition of the patient&#39;s exhaled breath. For example, catheter and catheter system of the present disclosure can further include a pressure sensor positioned within or in-line with the inflation lumen for the inflatable balloon. Signals from the pressure sensor can be used to both detect and measure the blood pressure of the patient. Alternatively, the catheter and catheter system of the present disclosure can include an integrated circuit for sensing and measuring blood pressure and/or a blood oxygen level. Such an integrated circuit can be implemented using 0.18 μm CMOS technology. The oxygen sensor can be measured with optical or electrochemical techniques as are known. Examples of such oxygen sensors include reflectance or transmissive pulse oximetry those that use changes in absorbance in measured wavelengths optical sensor to help determined a blood oxygen level. For these various examples, the elongate body of the catheter can include the sensor (e.g., a blood oxygen sensor and/or a pressure sensor) and a conductive element, or elements, extending through each of the elongate body, where the conductive element conducts electrical signals from the blood oxygen sensor and/or the pressure sensor. 
     The detected signals can also be used by the stimulation system to provide stimulation electrical energy in response to the detected signals. For example, one or more of these signals can be used by the stimulation system to deliver the stimulation electrical energy to the one or more electrodes of the catheter or catheter system. So, for example, detected signals from the patent&#39;s cardiac cycle (e.g., ECG waves, wave segments, wave intervals or complexes of the ECG waves) can be sensed using the sensing electrodes and/or timing parameter of the subject&#39;s blood pressure. The stimulation system can receive these detected signals and based on the features of the signal(s) generate and deliver the stimulation electrical energy to the one or more electrode of the catheter or catheter system. As discussed herein, the stimulation electrical energy is of sufficient current and potential along with a sufficient duration to stimulate one or more of the nerve fibers surrounding the main pulmonary artery and/or one or both of the pulmonary arteries so as to provide neuromodulation to the patient. 
       FIG.  22 A  is a perspective view of an example of a portion  2200  of a catheter.  FIG.  22 B  is a side elevational view of the portion  2200  of  FIG.  22 A .  FIG.  22 C  is a distal end view of the portion  2200  of  FIG.  22 A .  FIG.  22 D  is a proximal end view of the portion  2200  of  FIG.  22 A . The portion  2200  may be coupled to or form part of a catheter (e.g., an all-in-one catheter or a telescoping catheter), for example as described herein. 
     The portion  2200  comprises a first cut hypotube  2202  and a second cut hypotube  2204  coupled at points  2206 . As may be appropriate for any of the cut hypotubes described herein, a sheet may be cut and rolled into a hypotube with an intermediate shape setting into a tube or directly into a final shape. The first cut hypotube  2202  comprises a cylindrical (e.g., uncut) portion  2208  and a plurality of splines  2210 . The second cut hypotube  2204  comprises a cylindrical (e.g., uncut) portion  2212  and a plurality of splines  2214 . As may be best seen in  FIG.  22 B , the splines  2210  are convex and the splines  2214  are concave. 
     In the example illustrated in  FIGS.  22 A and  22 B , the distal ends of the splines  2210  are coupled radially inward of, but proximate to, the distal ends of the splines  2214  at the points  2206 . In some examples, the distal ends of the splines  2210  may be coupled to the splines  2214  even further radially inward. In some examples, the distal ends of the splines  2214  may be coupled radially inward of the distal ends of the splines  2210 . The points  2206  may be proximate to the distal ends of the splines  2210  and the distal ends of the splines  2214  (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  22 A and  22 B ), between the distal ends of the splines  2214  and points along the splines  2210  (e.g., an approximate longitudinal midpoint, about 75% of the length closer to the distal end, etc.), or between the distal ends of the splines  2210  and points along the splines  2214  (e.g., including examples in which the splines  2214  are configured to be convex distal to the points  2206 ). 
     As shown in  FIGS.  22 C and  22 D , the cylindrical portion  2212  telescopes radially inward of the cylindrical portion  2208 . The cylindrical portion  2212  has a lower diameter than the cylindrical portion  2208 . As the cylindrical portion  2208  and the cylindrical portion  2212  move relatively away from each other (e.g., by distal advancement of the second cut hypotube  2204  and/or proximal retraction of the first cut hypotube  2202 ), the splines  2204  push the splines  2210  radially outward. 
       FIGS.  22 A- 22 D  illustrate six splines  2210  and six splines  2214 . Other numbers of splines  2210 ,  2214  are also possible (e.g., between 2 and 12 (e.g., about 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, ranges between such values, etc.)). The splines  2210 ,  2214  may be uniformly circumferentially spaced, or some splines  2210 ,  2214  may be closer circumferentially. The splines  2210 ,  2214  may provide a circumferential coverage between about 60° and 360° (e.g., about 60°, about 90°, about 120°, about 180°, about 210°, about 240°, about 270°, about 300°, 360°, ranges between such values, etc.). If the portion  2200  is rotatable to find a target nerve, the circumferential coverage may optionally be at the lower end of the range. As described with respect to  FIG.  22 E , at least some of the splines  2210  may comprise electrodes. Others of the splines  2210  may be free of electrodes or include electrodes that are not used, but may act as apposition arms (e.g., in cases when the splines  2210  are not pushed to a side of a vessel due to rigidity and a natural course of a navigation path), which can help push the electrodes against or close to the tissue. 
       FIGS.  22 E- 22 G  are side partial cross-sectional views of an example of a catheter  2220  including the portion  2200  of  FIG.  22 A . The splines  2210  comprise electrodes  2222 , for example on an exterior surface, annularly around, in U-shaped channels (e.g., as described herein), as part of a mesh covering (e.g., as described with respect to  FIG.  4 C ), etc. In some examples, the length  2223  of the parts of the splines  2210  comprising electrodes is between about 20 mm and about 40 mm (e.g., about 20 mm, about 25 mm, about 30 mm, about 35 mm, about 40 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). The first cut hypotube  2202  is coupled to a cannula or sheath  2226 . The first cut hypotube  2202  may be coupled in a lumen of the cannula  2226  (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  22 E and  22 G ), on an outside of the cannula  2226 , end-to-end, by tethers, etc. The cannula  2226  may have a diameter between about 7 Fr and about 11 Fr (e.g., about 7 Fr, about 8 Fr, about 9 Fr, about 10 Fr, about 11 Fr, ranges between such values, etc.). The second cut hypotube  2204  is coupled to an inner member  2224 . The second cut hypotube  2204  may be coupled in a lumen of the inner member  2224  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  22 G ), on an outside of the inner member  2224 , end-to-end, by tethers, etc.  FIG.  22 G  shows the first cut hypotube  2202  in cross-section to show the coupling between the second cut hypotube  2204  and the inner member  2224 . Relative movement between the inner member  2224  (and thus the second cut hypotube  2204 ) and the cannula  2226  (and thus the first cut hypotube  2202 ) can cause the splines  2210  to flex radially (e.g., proximal retraction of the cannula  2226  and/or distal advancement of the inner member  2224  can cause the splines  2210  to flex radially outward, proximal retraction of the inner member  2210  and/or distal advancement of the cannula  2226  can cause the splines  2210  to flex radially inward), as shown in  FIG.  22 F . Since the splines  2214  can push the splines  2210  radially outward, the splines  2210  can be free of a taper, which can reduce the profile and length of the catheter  2220  and the throw distance. In some examples, the diameter  2225  of the splines  2210  in the expanded state is between about 15 mm and about 35 mm (e.g., about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 25 mm, about 30 mm, about 35 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). 
     A potential advantage of a catheter  2220  in which the splines  2210  are in a collapsed position ( FIG.  22 F ) is that in the event of a failure (e.g., proximal breakage), the splines  2210  collapse inwardly instead of expanding. That is, the collapsed state is the default state, which may be safer than an expanded state being a default state, for example when the catheter  2220  passes by valves, chordae tendinae, etc. A potential advantage of not using shape memory material, which is possible when expansion is due to longitudinal movement, is reduced costs. 
     In some examples, the splines  2210  may be self-expanding, for example able to expand upon removal of a force from the inner member  2224 . Reduced length can be useful when a target vessel is short, for example a pulmonary artery. Relative movement may be manual or, for example as described herein, spring assisted. 
     In some examples, the catheter  2220  may comprise a fixation system separate from the portion  2200 . For example, the fixation system may extend through the lumen of the second cut hypotube  2204 . The fixation system may be axially and rotationally movable relative to the portion  2200 , which can be useful to provide appropriate fixation and nerve targeting. Once a user is satisfied with the positions of the portion  2200  and the fixation system, the portion  2200  and the fixation system may be coupled (e.g., at a handle outside the subject). Even once coupled, the portion  2200  and the fixation system may be able to rotate (e.g., ±20°) and/or move longitudinally, (e.g., ±1 cm, ±2 cm) relative to each other. The portion  2200  may be moved to improve nerve targeting even while the fixation mechanism does not move, which can reduce tissue disturbance. In some examples, distal ends of the splines  2214  may provide alternate or additional fixation. 
     In some examples, the splines  2210 , the splines  2204 , or another part of the portion  2200  or the catheter  2220  comprises a sensor (e.g., a pressure sensor, a contractility sensor, etc.). 
     In some examples, rotation of a proximal handle may impart longitudinal movement and/or rotational movement that is not 1:1 at the distal end of the catheter  2220 , for example due to catheter shape, bending, or other factors. 
       FIGS.  22 H- 22 L  are side elevational and partial cross-sectional views of examples of catheter deployment systems  2230 ,  2240 . In  FIGS.  22 H- 22 J , the proximal end or handle of the catheter deployment systems are illustrated. In  FIGS.  22 K and  22 L , the proximal end or handle of the catheter deployment systems are illustrated. The catheter deployment systems  2230 ,  2240  may be used, for example, with the catheter  2220 . 
     The system  2230  comprises a spring  2232 . The spring abuts a gripper  2234 , which is coupled to the inner member  2224 . The spring  2232  has a negative spring constant (restoring force is inwards), but a spring having a positive spring constant (restoring force outwards) is also possible by rearrangement of other features. To expand the splines  2210 , a handle element  2236  such as a knob is pushed distally relative to the cannula  2226 , against the force of the spring  2232 . The system  2230  may comprise a locking mechanism  2238  configured to hold the handle element  2236  in a distal position. In the system  2230 , in the event of a break in the system  2230  (e.g., failure of the locking mechanism  2238 ), the spring  2232  retracts the inner element  2224 , collapsing the splines  2210 , which can allow for easy recovery of the catheter  2220 . The spring  2232  may provide a range of deployment options compared to a solely manual structure, for example due to forces provided by the spring  2232 . 
       FIG.  22 I  shows an example of the locking mechanism  2238  comprising a plurality of arms that can resiliently hold the handle element  2236  in a distal position. The arms may be open at a proximal end, and the handle element  2236  (e.g., the entire handle element  2236 ) may be captured in the arms. When the splines  2210  are to be collapsed, the arms may be opened, allowing the spring  2232  to force the handle element  2236  proximally, retracting the inner element  2224  and collapsing the splines  2210 . 
       FIG.  22 J  shows another example of the locking mechanism  2238  comprising a plurality of arms that can resiliently hold the handle element  2236  in a distal position. The arms may be closed at a proximal end. The arms may be biased radially outward to promote radial expansion. The arms may act as secondary leaf springs. In some examples, the handle element  2236  and the closed proximal end of the locking mechanism  2238  comprise Velcro®, magnets, threads, or other features to hold the handle element  2236  in a distal position. When the splines  2210  are to be collapsed, the handle element  2236  may be disengaged, allowing the spring  2232  (and the arms) to force the handle element  2236  proximally, retracting the inner element  2224  and collapsing the splines  2210 . In some examples, compressing the arms can cause the handle element  2236  to be disengaged. 
     The system  2240  comprises a spring  2242 . The spring abuts a gripper  2244 , which is coupled to the inner member  2224 . The spring  2242  has a positive spring constant (restoring force is inwards), but a spring having a positive spring constant (restoring force outwards) is also possible by rearrangement of other features. 
     In  FIG.  22 K , to expand the splines  2210 , a handle element coupled to the inner member  2224  is pulled proximally relative to the cannula  2226 , against the force of the spring  2242 . The pulling element  2246  is coupled to the inner member  2224 . The pulling element  2246  is coupled to splines  2247  (e.g., similar to the splines  2214  but opposite in orientation such that the splines  2247  extend distally in a collapsed state). As the pulling element  2246  is pulled proximally, the splines  2247  expand radially outward, pushing the splines  2210  radially outward to an expanded state. 
     In  FIG.  22 L , the splines  2210  have a slightly tapered shapes so that a pulling element  2246  can rest between the splines  2210  in a collapsed state and interact with the splines  2210  during retraction. To expand the splines  2210 , a handle element coupled to the inner member  2224  is pulled proximally relative to the cannula  2226 , against the force of the spring  2242 . The pulling element  2246  is coupled to the inner member  2224 . As the pulling element  2246  is pulled proximally, the proximal end of the pulling element  2246  bears against the inside surfaces of the splines  2210 , pushing the splines  2210  radially outward to an expanded state. 
     In the system  2240  of  FIGS.  22 K and  22 L , in the event of a break in the system  2240 , the spring  2242  advances the inner element  2224 , collapsing the splines  2210 , which can allow for easy recovery of the catheter  2220 . The spring  2242  may provide a range of deployment options compared to a solely manual structure, for example due to forces provided by the spring  2242 . 
       FIG.  22 M  illustrates an example part  2250  of the portion  2200  of  FIG.  22 A . Rather than a first cut hypotube  2202 , the part  2250  comprises a hypotube  2252  coupled to a plurality of wires  2254  shaped into splines  2210 . The orange wires  2254   o  show the shapes of the splines  2210  in an open or expanded state, and the grey wires  2254   g  show the shapes of the splines  2210  in a closed or collapsed state. As with the splines  2210  of the first cut hypotube  2202 , the wires  2254  may comprise shape memory material (e.g., nitinol) and/or may be moved to an expanded position by a second cut hypotube  2204  or similar device. Referring to  FIGS.  22 E and  4 C , the part  2250  may comprise electrodes on the wires  2254 , on a mesh attached to the wires  2254 , combinations thereof, and the like. 
       FIG.  23 A  is a perspective view of an example segment  2300  of a strut. The segment  2300  generally has a U-shape. The segment  2300  comprises walls  2302  at least partially defining a channel or trough  2304 . The walls  2302  and trough  2304  may be formed in a variety of ways. In some examples, a wire may be extruded in the U-shape. In some examples, a hypotube may be cut to form generally rectangular struts, and the trough  204  may be formed by removing material from the struts (e.g., by milling). In some examples, sides of a flat wire may be bent upwards. In some examples, the U-shape may comprise plastic (e.g., extruded, molded, etc.). The trough  2304  may be lined with insulative material. In some examples, the insulative material comprises epoxy. In some examples, a trough  2304  lined with insulative material can help to make electrodes directional, which can help to aim energy at a vessel wall and at a nerve. A plurality of wires or leads or conductors  2306  may lie in the trough  2304 . Positioning the wires  2306  in the trough  2304  can aid in manufacturing (positioning of the wires  2306 ), may reduce the risk that the conductors may cross-talk, and/or may protect the wires  2306  from breaking. The wires  2306  are electrically connected to electrodes, transducers, and the like that can be used to provide neuromodulation.  FIGS.  23 B- 23 F  show examples of configurations that may be used to position wires  2306 , insulator, and an electrode  2308  at least partially in a U-shaped segment of a strut. In some examples, a U-shaped segment may be coupled to a strut (e.g., adhered, welded, soldered, interference fit, etc.). 
     The trough  2304  may have a depth  2370  between about 0.003 inches and about 0.02 inches (e.g., about 0.003 inches, about 0.005 inches, about 0.01 inches, about 0.015 inches, about 0.02 inches, ranges between such values, and the like). The trough  2306  may have a width  2372  between about 0.15 inches and about 0.1 inches (e.g., about 0.015 inches, about 0.02 inches, about 0.025 inches, about 0.05 inches, about 0.06 inches, about 0.08 inches, about 0.1 inches, ranges between such values, and the like). 
       FIG.  23 B  is a transverse cross-sectional view of an example of a strut  2320 . The strut  2320  includes walls  2302  at least partially defining a trough. In some examples, the walls  2302  form a depth  2370  configured to at least partially laterally cover an electrode  2308 . A plurality of wires  2306  lies in the trough. The wires  2306  are covered by an insulating sheet or insert  2310 . Each of the wires  2306  may be coated with insulative material and/or the insulating sheet  2310  may provide insulation for the wires  2306 . Insulation at welds and at junctions between wires  2306  and electrodes  2308  can inhibit or prevent damage from body fluids and corrosion. An electrode  2308  is electrically connected to one of the wires  2306  through the insulating sheet  2310 . The electrode  2308  illustrated in  FIG.  23 B  has a rectangular cross-section.  FIG.  23 C  illustrates a transverse cross-sectional view of an example of a strut  2325  in which the electrode  2308  has a rounded cross-section (e.g., shaped as a dome), which can help to reduce edge effects and hot spots due to sharp edges. In some examples in which the electrode  2308  includes sharp edges, insulating material can at least partially cover the sharp edges, which can help reduce edge effects. The electrode  2308  may be sunk in a well of insulative material such that only a top surface is exposed, which can help the electrode  2308  to be directional. The electrode  2308 , as with all electrodes described herein, may lack sharp edges and/or lack sharp edges that are not covered with insulative material. 
       FIG.  23 D  is a cross-sectional view of another example of a strut  2330 . The strut  2330  includes walls  2302  at least partially defining a trough. A plurality of wires  2306  lies in the trough. The wires  2306  are covered by an insulating layer  2312 . The insulating layer  2312  may comprise, for example, silicone or any suitable insulating, flexible material. Each of the wires  2306  may be coated with insulative material and/or the insulating layer  2312  may provide insulation for the wires  2306 . An electrode  2308  is electrically connected to one of the wires  2306  through the insulating layer  2312 . The electrode  2308  may be the same height as the insulating layer  2312 . The insulating layer  2312  may include dome shapes. 
       FIG.  23 E  is a transverse cross-sectional view of yet another example of a strut  2340 . The strut  2340  includes walls  2302  at least partially defining a trough. A plurality of wires  2306  lies in the trough. The wires  2306  are covered by an insulating layer  2314 . The insulating layer  2314  may comprise, for example, silicone or any suitable insulating, flexible material. Each of the wires  2306  may be coated with insulative material and/or the insulating layer  2314  may provide insulation for the wires  2306 . An electrode  2308  is electrically connected to one of the wires  2306  through the insulating layer  2314 . The electrode  2308  may be the same height as the insulating layer  2314 . The insulating layer  2312  may include a generally flat or planar upper surface. 
       FIG.  23 F  is a transverse cross-sectional view of still another example of a strut  2350 . The strut  2350  includes walls  2302  at least partially defining a trough. A plurality of wires  2306  lies in the trough. The wires  2306  are covered by an insulating layer  2316 . The insulating layer  2316  may comprise, for example, silicone or any suitable insulating, flexible material. Each of the wires  2306  may be coated with insulative material and/or the insulating layer  2316  may provide insulation for the wires  2306 . An electrode  2308  is electrically connected to one of the wires  2306  through the insulating layer  2316 . The insulating layer  2316  may include a generally crowned surface. The electrode  2308  may be the sunken into the insulating layer  2316 , which can help to reduce edge effects. Reducing edge effects can increase uniformity of an electric field emanating from the electrode  2308 . An electrode  2308  that is below an upper surface of the insulating layer  2316  may be spaced from tissue, which can allow blood flow across the electrode  2308 . 
     The insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316  may maintain positions of the wires  2306  in the U-shaped trough, for example inhibiting tangling and/or maintaining a spatial separation. The insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316  may protect the wires  2306 , for example from body fluids and external forces. 
     The insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316  may be deposited over the wires  2306  in the trough. The insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316  may be cured and then ablated (e.g., laser ablated, milled) to allow the positioning of the electrode  2308  and a connector thereto. In some examples, a plug (e.g., comprising a material that doesn&#39;t stick to the material of the insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316 , such as PTFE) may be positioned in the insulating layer  2312 ,  2314 ,  2316  and then removed after curing to allow the positioning of the electrode  2308  and a connector thereto. 
       FIG.  23 G  is a top partial cross-sectional view of an example segment  2360  of a strut. As illustrated, the wires  2306  are spatially separated. In examples in which the wires  2306  are not individually insulated, the insulating material can inhibit or prevent electrical communication between the wires  2306 . A first wire  2306   a  is connected to a first electrode  2308   a . A second wire  2306   b  is connected to a second electrode  2308   b . A third wire  2306   c  is connected to a third electrode (not shown). 
       FIG.  23 H  illustrates an example of a strut system  2380  comprising a plurality of struts or splines  2382  each having a generally U-shaped trough. The U-shaped troughs can help to align or maintain the spacing or separation distance between the struts  2382 .  FIG.  23 I  shows an example in which a distance b between a first strut  2382   a  and a second strut  2382   b  is less than a distance a between a third strut  2382   c  and the second strut  2382   b .  FIG.  23 J  shows an example in which a distance  2374  between a first strut  2382   a  and a second strut  2382   b  is substantially the same as a distance a between a third strut  2382   c  and the second strut  2382   b . In some examples, the distance b or  2374  between struts or strut-to-strut spacing may be between about 10 mm and about 15 mm (e.g., about 10 mm, about 11 mm, about 12 mm, about 13 mm, about 14 mm, about 15 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). With the U-shape, the splines  2382  may flex less in a radial configuration than a round-wire spline system, which can help to keep spacing between the splines more consistent, whether the spacing is meant to be consistent or varying. The U-shape may reduce the likelihood that the splines  2382  slide relative to each other and that the electrodes  2308  in each of the splines  2382  slide relative to each other, which can maintain spacing of the electrodes. 
       FIG.  23 K  illustrates an example of an electrode on wire system  2390 . The system  2390  comprises a wire  2392  and an electrode  2394  over (e.g., radially outward of, annularly or arcuately around) the wire  2392 . The wire  2392  may comprise a shape memory material (e.g., nitinol). The electrode  2394  may comprise, for example, a platinum-iridium electrode. Other materials for the wire  2392  and the electrode  2394  are also possible. The system  2390  may comprise an insulator  2396  between the wire  2392  and the electrode  2394 . The electrode  2394  may be electrically coupled to a conductor wire  2398 . In some examples, a single wire  2392  may comprise a plurality of electrodes  2394 , for example forming an array. 
       FIG.  23 L  is a cross-sectional view of an electrode  2308  spaced from a vessel wall  2397 . The blood vessel is spaced from a nerve  2399 . The electrode  2308  may be positioned as close to the vessel wall  2397  as possible so that the electrode  2308  is as close to the nerve  2399  as possible. In some examples, the electrode  2308  may be intentionally spaced from the vessel wall  2397  a distance d, which can allow blood to flow both under and over the electrode  2308 , for example as shown by the thick arrows. In some examples, the distance d is between about 0.1 mm and about 1 mm (e.g., about 0.1 mm, about 0.2 mm, about 0.3 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.7 mm, about 0.9 mm, about 1 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). Referring again to  FIG.  23 F , the insulating material  2316 , for example, may act as a spacer. Allowing blood to flow over the electrode  2308  may inhibit corrosion of the electrode  2308 . Allowing blood to flow over the electrode  2308  may allow blood to contact the vessel wall  2397  in the area of the electrode  2308  such that cells may be replenished. In some examples, the electrode may comprise longitudinal channels, a bumpy surface, etc. to allow blood to flow radially outward of the electrode  2308  but to still be closer to the nerve  2399 . In certain such examples, surface area of the electrode  2308  may be advantageously increased. 
       FIGS.  23 Ni - 23 Nix illustrate an example method of manufacturing components on a substrate  2301 . The substrate  2301  may comprise, for example, a shape-memory alloy such as nitinol forming a spline of an electrode system. Flex-circuit processing can be used to pattern electrodes, conductors, insulators, and other components (e.g., resistors) on a spline. In  FIG.  23 Ni , an insulating layer  2303  comprising insulative material (e.g., oxide, polyimide) is deposited over the substrate  2301 . If the substrate  2301  is insulating, the layer  2303  may be omitted. As used with respect to  FIG.  23 Ni - 23 Nix, the term “over” could mean on or directly on as viewed from a certain orientation, and is not intended to limit intervening layers, and the term “layer” could mean a plurality of layers (e.g., including adhesive layers). In FIG.  23 Nii, a conductive layer  2305  comprising conductive material (e.g., aluminum, copper, doped silicon) is deposited over the insulating layer  2303 . In FIG.  23 Niii, the conductive layer  2305  is patterned into conductor wires  2306  (e.g., using photolithography, lift-off lithography, etc.). In some examples, the conductor wires  2306  may be formed directly (e.g., using screen printing, inkjet printing). In FIG.  23 Niv, an insulating layer  2307  insulative material (e.g., oxide, polyimide) is deposited over the conductor wires  2306  and the insulating layer  2303 . The insulative material of the insulating layers  2303 ,  2307  may be the same or different. In  FIG.  23 Nv , a via  2311  is formed (e.g., via etching, milling) in the insulating layer  2307 , exposing a portion of the middle conductor wire  2306 . In FIG.  23 Nvi, a conductive layer  2309  comprising conductive material (e.g., aluminum, copper, doped silicon) is formed over the insulating layer  2307  and filling the via  2311 . The conductive material of the conductive layers  2305 ,  2309  may be the same or different. In FIG.  23 Nvii, the conductive layer  2309  is patterned into electrodes  2308 . Wet etching, for example, may help to form a domed shape of the electrode  2308 . Although not illustrated, vias  2311  may be formed to connect each conductor wire  2306  to a different electrode  2308 . In FIG.  23 Nviii, an insulating layer  2313  (e.g., comprising oxide, polyimide) is formed over the electrode  2308  and the insulating layer  2307 . The insulative material of the insulating layers  2303 ,  2307 ,  2313  may be the same or different. In FIG.  23 Nix, the insulating layer  2313  has been patterned to reveal the electrode  2308  and to form an insulating layer  2316  including a generally crowned surface. The electrode  2308  being sunken into the insulating layer  2316  can help to reduce edge effects, which can increase uniformity of an electric field emanating from the electrode  2308 . The electrode  2308  can also be spaced from tissue by an upper surface of the insulating layer  2316 , which can allow blood flow across the electrode  2308 . In some examples, the insulating layer  2316  may be omitted. In some examples, a dual damascene structure can be formed in the insulating layer  2307  and the electrode  2308  can be formed in the insulating layer  2307 , which can be shaped to have a crowned surface. A wide variety of layers, patterns, and processes can be used to form the described components and other components. For example, a resistor layer may be patterned proximate to the substrate  2301 , which can provide localized heating, which can cause a shape-memory substrate to locally deform to an austenitic state. 
     Although not meant to be limiting, the following electrode dimensions may be adequate to generate a hemodynamic response due to neurostimulation. About half of the electrodes can be assumed to contact the vessel and about half of the electrodes can be assumed to be exposed to low impedance blood flow. Referring again to the elevational view of  FIG.  23 G  as an example, the length of an electrode  2806  may be between about 1 mm and about 3 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 1.5 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 2 mm, ranges between such values, etc.); the width of an electrode  2806  may be between about 1 mm and about 4 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 2 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, ranges between such values, etc.); and the spacing between electrodes  2806  may be between about 2 mm and about 8 mm (e.g., about 2 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, about 5 mm, about 6 mm, about 7 mm, about 8 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). The spacing between electrodes may refer to the distance between a distal end of a proximal electrode and the proximal end of a distal electrode, the distance between the center of one electrode and the center of another electrode, and/or the distance between circumferentially or laterally spaced electrodes. The electrode  2308  may be configured to maintain a charge density at an electrochemically stable level less than about 400 μC/cm 2  for Pt/Ir 1,2,3 . Referring again to  FIG.  23 G  as an example of an annular electrode, the electrodes  2394  may have a diameter of about 7 Fr (approx. 2.3 mm), have a length of about 1.5 mm, and be spaced by about 8 mm. In some examples, the electrodes  2394  may have a length between about 1 mm and about 3 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 1.5 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 2 mm, ranges between such values, etc.), a diameter between about 0.5 mm and about 1.5 mm (e.g., about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, about 1.25 mm, about 1.5 mm, ranges between such values, etc.), and spacing between about 1 mm and about 3 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 1.5 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 2 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). 
     The target nerve may be a very small target to capture via neurostimulation. Electrodes, most likely the cathode, may need to be very close to the nerve, if not by depth than by lateral positioning. One option to provide close lateral positioning is to have an effectively infinite number of electrodes, or at least an electrode matrix that can cover all possible areas of the nerve with respect to the target vessel. Another option to provide close lateral positioning is to provide repositionable electrodes, for example electrodes in a matrix that can be extended, retracted, and/or rotated. 
       FIG.  23 M  shows an example electrode matrix. The electrodes are spaced edge-to-edge by about 2 mm proximal-distal and superior-inferior. The initial target area estimate may be as large as 15 mm superior-inferior and 19 mm laterally. In some examples, for example as illustrated in  FIG.  23 M , an electrode matrix has these dimensions, which may effectively behave as an infinite number of electrodes in view of the size of the target area. In some examples, an electrode matrix may have smaller dimensions and may be rotated and/or longitudinally moved. Although illustrated in two dimensions in  FIG.  23 N , in some examples, the electrode matrix may take a three-dimensional shape (e.g., conforming to an inside wall of a blood vessel). In certain such examples, the electrode matrix may cover between about 15° and about 360° of the circumference of the vessel wall (e.g., about 15°, about 30°, about 45°, about 60°, about 75°, about 90°, about 105°, about 120°, about 180°, about 210°, about 270°, about 300°, about 360°, ranges between such values, etc.). The e values indicate the percent above baseline hemodynamic response. The value of e 1  between electrodes C 5  and C 4  was 3.0%. The value of e 2  between electrodes C 4  and C 3  was 12.1%. The value of e 3  between electrodes D 6  and D 5  was 18.5%. The value of e 4  between electrodes D 5  and D 4  was 40.2%. The value of e 5  between electrodes D 4  and D 3  was 23.7%. The value of e 6  between electrodes E 5  and E 4  was 0%. The value of e 7  between electrodes E 5  and E 3  was 0.3%. The value of e 8  between electrodes C 4  and D 4  was 28.9%. The value of e 9  between electrodes C 3  and D 3  was 21.3%. The value of e 10  between electrodes C 2  and D 2  was 7.1%. 
     Hemodynamic response decreases by approximately half as the excitation is moved from one pair of electrodes to the adjacent space pair. When center-to-center spacing is 3.5 mm, this would suggest that once an optimum target has been determined, a movement of the electrode matrix on the order of 3.5 mm would significantly decrease the hemodynamic response. Certain fixation systems described herein can limit electrode movement to less than an order of magnitude of this variation (e.g., about 0.035 mm total electrode migration), over the therapy application period. In some examples, a fixation system can inhibit electrode migration to be less than about 1 mm, less than about 0.5 mm, less than about 0.25 mm, less than about 0.1 mm, less than about 0.075 mm, less than about 0.05 mm, less than about 0.035 mm, less than about 0.025 mm, or less than about 0.015 mm, with the lower limit of such “less than” ranges being 0 mm. 
     In some examples, an electrode matrix (e.g., including a portion of an electrode utilized for calibration stimulation and/or therapeutic stimulation) may have an area between about 10 mm 2  and about 15 mm 2  (e.g., about 10 mm 2 , about 11 mm 2 , about 12 mm 2 , about 13 mm 2 , about 14 mm 2 , about 15 mm 2 , ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, an electrode matrix may have an area between about 10 mm 2  and about 300 mm 2  (e.g., about 10 mm 2 , about 50 mm 2 , about 100 mm 2 , about 150 mm 2 , about 200 mm 2 , about 250 mm 2 , about 300 mm 2 , ranges between such values, etc.). 
       FIG.  24 A  illustrates an example of a fixation system  2400 . The fixation system  2400  comprises a fixation structure  2402  and fixation mechanisms  2404 . The fixation structure  2402  may comprise, for example, a hypotube that has been cut and shape set into a plurality of arms, wires that have been shape set into a plurality of arms, and the like. The arms may be the same or different (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  24 A , one arm may flex upward). The fixation mechanisms  2404  may comprise, for example, points or barbs pointing radially outward from the fixation structure  2402 . The fixation mechanisms  2404  may be integral with the fixation structure  2402  or coupled to the fixation structure  2402 . 
       FIGS.  24 B and  24 C  illustrate the fixation system  2400  of  FIG.  24 A  interacting with a catheter  2406 . As the fixation structure  2402  and the catheter  2406  are moved longitudinally to each other (e.g., retracting the fixation structure  2402  and/or advancing the catheter  2406 ), the arms of the fixation structure  2402  move radially inward. The fixation mechanisms  2402  may injure tissue during this interaction. The fixation mechanisms  2402  may catch on the catheter  2406  (e.g., starting at the end of the catheter  2406 ) and may dig into the catheter  2406  to form trenches  2408 , which may release catheter residue, use more longitudinal interaction force, etc. In some examples, the catheter  2406  may include grooves or channels configured to accommodate the fixation mechanisms, although radial outward force provided by the fixation structure  2402  may still tissue injury and/or trenches  2408 . 
       FIG.  25 A  is a perspective view of another example of a fixation system  2500 .  FIG.  25 B  is a side elevational view of the fixation system  2500  of  FIG.  25 A .  FIG.  25 C  is an end view of the fixation system  2500  of  FIG.  25 A . The fixation system  2500  comprises a fixation structure  2502  and a fixation mechanism  2504 . The fixation structure  2502  may comprise, for example, a hypotube that has been cut and shape set, a ribbon that has been shape set, and the like. The fixation mechanisms  2504  may comprise, for example, points or barbs pointing radially outwardly in a deployed position or state and pointing radially inwardly in a constrained position or state due to the fixation structure  2502  comprising a rotation or twist  2510 . The rotation  2510  may be between about 60° and about 300° (e.g., about 60°, about 90°, about 120°, about 150°, about 180° (e.g., as illustrated in  FIGS.  25 A- 25 C ), about 210°, about 240°, about 270°, about 300°, ranges between such values, and the like). In some examples, the fixation structure  2502  comprises a shape memory material and the rotation  2510  is imparted as at least part of a shape set. The fixation mechanism  2504  may be integral with the fixation structure  2502  or coupled to the fixation structure  2502 . 
       FIGS.  25 D and  25 E  illustrate the fixation system  2500  of  FIG.  25 A  interacting with a catheter  2506 . As the fixation system  2500  is moved longitudinally relative to the catheter  2506 , the fixation structure  2502  rotates relative to the longitudinal axis. The fixation mechanism  2502 , which faces radially inward in the catheter  2506 , rotates to face radially outward upon extension out of the catheter  2506 . Conversely, the fixation mechanism  2502 , which faces radially outward out of the catheter  2506 , rotates to face radially inward upon retraction into the catheter  2506 . The fixation structure  2502  may be radially outwardly biased to push against the lumen of the catheter  2506 . 
       FIG.  25 F  illustrates an example of a catheter  2506  comprising a lumen  2512  having a shape configured to accommodate the fixation structure  2502  and the fixation mechanism  2504 . The lumen  2512  may, for example, comprise a pentagon configured to interact with three sides of a rectangular fixation structure  2502  and a pointed fixation mechanism  2504  extending from the other side of the fixation structure  2502 . Other shapes of the lumen  2512  are also possible. For example, referring again to  FIG.  25 C , the lumen  2512  may comprise a generally arcuate shape configured to interact with two sides of a rectangular fixation structure  2502 . 
       FIGS.  25 G- 25 J  illustrate an example deployment of the fixation structure  2502  and the fixation mechanism  2504  out of the lumen  2512  of the catheter  2506  of  FIG.  25 F . As shown in  FIG.  25 G , as the fixation structure  2502  and fixation mechanism  2504  is initially deployed out of the lumen  2512  of the catheter  2510 , with the twist  2510  still in the lumen  2512 , the fixation mechanism  2504  faces radially inwardly. As shown in  FIG.  25 H , when the twist  2510  is out of the lumen  2512 , the fixation mechanism  2504  can start to turn radially outward.  FIG.  25 I  shows the fixation mechanism  2504  continuing to turn radially outward as the twist  2510  is further from the lumen  2512 , which allows the shape of the fixation structure  2502  to rotate.  FIG.  25 J  shows the fixation mechanism  2504  facing radially outward or standing proud. In some examples, the fixation structure  2502  and fixation mechanism  2504  may be deployed out of an end of the catheter  2506 . In some examples, the fixation structure  2502  and fixation mechanism  2504  may be deployed out of a side of the catheter. 
       FIG.  26 A  is a side elevational view of an example of a catheter system  2600 . The catheter system  2600  comprises a fixation system  2602  and an electrode system  2604 . The fixation system  2602  may comprise radially outwardly extending features, for example as described herein. The electrode system  2604  may comprise a scaffold and electrodes, for example as described herein. In the example illustrated in  FIG.  26 A , the electrode system  2604  includes tethers  2605 , which can help with positioning in and out of a sheath  2606 . The fixation system  2602  is distal to the electrode system  2604 . 
       FIGS.  26 B- 26 H  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system  2600  of  FIG.  26 A . This is an example of an over-the-wire or stepwise placement method in which a balloon is used to place a guidewire, which provides a rail to guide components to a target location. 
     In  FIG.  26 A , a Swan-Ganz catheter  2612  comprising a distal balloon  2614  is floated to a target area. For example, a Swan-Ganz catheter  2612  may be inserted into an access point of an internal jugular vein (left or right) in an uninflated state, then inflated, after which it can be carried by blood flow to a target site such as a pulmonary artery (left, right, or trunk). In some examples, the Swan-Ganz catheter  2612  is a 8 Fr Swan-Ganz catheter having a 1.5 cm 3  balloon, for example as is available from Edwards Lifesciences Corp. In  FIG.  26 C , a guidewire  2616  is routed through a lumen of the Swan-Ganz catheter  2612  until the distal end of the guidewire  2614  protrudes from the distal end of the Swan-Ganz catheter  2612 . In  FIG.  26 D , the Swan-Ganz catheter  2612  is withdrawn, leaving the guidewire  2616 . 
     In  FIG.  26 E , a fixation catheter  2620  including the fixation system  2602  at the distal end of a tether  2622  is advanced over the guidewire  2616  and the fixation system  2602  is deployed. In some examples, the fixation catheter  2620  is 8 Fr or 9 Fr. In  FIG.  26 F , the guidewire  2616  and the fixation catheter  2620  are withdrawn, leaving the fixation system  2602  and the tether  2622  in place. In  FIG.  26 G , the sheath  2606  including the electrode system  2604  is advanced over the tether  2622 . In some examples, the distance between the fixation system  2602  and the distal end of the sheath  2606  may be known, for example, from proximal markings. In  FIG.  26 H , the sheath  2606  is proximally retracted to deploy the electrode system  2604 . In some examples, the electrode system  2604  has a diameter of about 25 mm in the expanded state. The fixation system  2602  and the electrode system  2604  may be coupled, for example at a proximal end. In some examples, the electrode system  2604  is able to move relative to the fixation system  2602 . Deploying catheters in a serial fashion (target location, then fixation system, then electrodes system) can allow the catheter diameters to be small and flexible (e.g., compared to an all-in-one or combination systems). 
     To withdraw the system, the steps may be reversed with some access steps omitted. For example, the sheath  2606  may be distally advanced to capture the electrode system  2604 , for example due to the tethers  2605  helping to pull the electrode system  2604  into the sheath  2606 . The sheath  2606  including the electrode system  2604  may then be withdrawn. The fixation catheter  2620  may be advanced over the tether  2622  to capture the fixation system  2602 , and the fixation catheter  2620  including the fixation system  2602  may be withdrawn. The dimensions in this example method are not meant to be limiting to any particular example (see, for example, other dimensions provided herein for these types of elements). 
     In some examples, a single catheter could include the fixation system  2602  and the electrode system  2604  (e.g., allowing integration of  FIGS.  26 E- 26 H ). In some examples, the fixation system  2602  may be proximal to the electrode system. 
     In some examples, the fixation system  2602  can be anchored in the distal right pulmonary artery (e.g., delivering the fixation catheter  2620  as far as it can extend before deploying the fixation system  2602 ), and the electrode system  2604  can be deployed in a more proximal position. Fixation in the distal right pulmonary artery may be more stable and/or repeatable. The electrode system  2604  could be repositionable (e.g., able to slide, rotate) to map without modifying the position of the fixation system  2602 . A proximal hub could comprise a locking mechanism to hold the electrode system  2604  in a set position and/or an apposition device could secure the electrode system  2604 . 
       FIG.  27 A  is a perspective view of another example of a fixation system  2700 .  FIG.  27 B  is an elevational view of a portion of the fixation system  2700  of  FIG.  27 A . The fixation system  2700  comprises a fixation structure  2702  and a fixation mechanism  2504 . The fixation structure  2702  may comprise, for example, a hypotube that has been cut and shape set, a ribbon that has been shape set, and the like. The fixation structure  2702  may be shape set, for example to flare radially outward when not constrained by a catheter  2706 . The fixation mechanism  2704  is illustrated as comprising a conical structure, but may comprise other shapes, for example, points or barbs. The fixation mechanism  2704  is coupled to the fixation structure  2702  by a fixation arm  2703 . In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  may be integral or monolithic with the fixation structure  2702 , for example being milled from the fixation structure  2702 . In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  is the same thickness as the fixation structure  2702 . In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  a different thickness than the fixation structure  2702 , for example to provide different collapsing characteristics. In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  may formed separately and then coupled to the fixation structure  2702 , for example by welding, soldering, etc. to the fixation structure  2702  in a hole or aperture that has been milled in the fixation structure  2702 . In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  may be integral or monolithic with the fixation mechanism  2704 , for example both being milled from a same piece of material (e.g., the fixation structure  2702 ). In some examples, the fixation arm  2703  may formed separately and then coupled to the fixation mechanism  2704 , for example by welding, soldering, etc. The fixation arm  2703  is configured to flare radially outward of the fixation structure  2702  when not constrained. The fixation arm  2703  comprises a curved shape such that, when the fixation arm  2703  is constrained, for example by a catheter  2706 , the fixation mechanism  2704  is radially inward of or below the outer surface of the fixation structure  2702 . 
       FIGS.  27 C- 27 F  illustrate the fixation system  2700  of  FIG.  27 A  being retracted after engagement with tissue  2708 . Prior to the state illustrated in  FIG.  27 C , the system  2700  was advanced to a fixation site. The system  2700  was advanced out of the catheter  2706 , for example out of the side or out of the end of the catheter  2706 . When not constrained by the catheter  2706 , the fixation structure  2702  may flare radially outwardly. When not constrained by the catheter  2706 , the fixation arm  2703  may flare radially outwardly from the fixation structure  2702  and engage the tissue  2708 . For example, the fixation arm  2703  may pivot or rotate at the point where the fixation arm  2703  contacts the fixation structure  2702 . In  FIGS.  27 D- 27 F , a catheter  2706  advancing over the fixation arm  2703  causes the fixation arm  2703  to flex radially inwardly until, as shown in  FIG.  27 F , the fixation mechanism  2704  is radially inward of or below the outer surface of the fixation structure  2702 . In  FIG.  27 D , the fixation structure  2704  is pulled out of the tissue  2708  in the same direction as the initial interaction with the tissue  2708 , which can be gentle on the tissue  2708  (e.g., reducing or preventing endothelial damage such as snagging, tearing, scratching, etc.). 
       FIG.  27 G  is an elevational view of yet another example of a fixation system  2750 . The fixation system  2750  is similar to the fixation system  2700 , comprising a fixation structure  2752 , a fixation mechanism  2754 , and a fixation arm  2753 , but the fixation arm  2753  is not configured to move relative to the fixation structure  2752 .  FIG.  27 G  also illustrates the fixation arm  2753  having an end shape configured to correspond to a shape of the base of the fixation mechanism  2754  (e.g., annular for a conical fixation mechanism  2754 ).  FIG.  27 H  is a side view of the fixation system  2750  of  FIG.  27 G . The fixation arm  2753  is spaced radially inward from the outer surface of the fixation structure  2752  by a first cavity  2755 . The fixation arm  2753  is spaced radially outward from the inner surface of the fixation structure  2752  by a second cavity  2757 . When the fixation system  2750  is pressed against tissue, some of the tissue may enter the cavity  2755  and interact with the fixation mechanism  2754 . The second cavity  2757  may allow the fixation arm  2753  to bend or flex radially inward. When the fixation system  2750  is pried away from tissue, for example by retracting the fixation structure  2752  into a catheter, the tissue may exit the cavity  2755  and stop interacting with the tissue. 
       FIG.  27 I  is a side view of still another example of a fixation system  2760 . The fixation system  2760  is similar to the fixation system  2750 , comprising a fixation structure  2762 , a fixation mechanism  2764 , and a fixation arm  2763 , but the fixation arm  2763  is not configured to flex. The fixation arm  2763  is spaced radially inward from the outer surface of the fixation structure  2762  by a first cavity  2755 , but is not spaced radially outward from the inner surface of the fixation structure  2762  by a second cavity. When the fixation system  2760  is pressed against tissue, some of the tissue may enter the cavity  2765  and interact with the fixation mechanism  2764 . The lack of a second cavity may allow the fixation arm  2763  to remain solid, which may increase likelihood of tissue engagement. When the fixation system  2760  is pried away from tissue, for example by retracting the fixation structure  2762  into a catheter, the tissue may exit the cavity  2765  and stop interacting with the tissue. 
       FIG.  28 A  is a side view of an example of a fixation system  2800 . The fixation system  2800  comprises a fixation structure  2802 , distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a , and proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b . The distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a  extend distally from the distal end of the fixation structure  2802  (e.g., distal ends of cells formed by struts of the fixation structure  2802 ). The distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a  flare radially outward in an expanded position. Upon retraction of the fixation structure  2802 , for example into a catheter, the distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a  flex radially inwardly from proximal to distal. The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  extend proximally from an intermediate portion of the fixation structure  2802  (e.g., proximal ends of cells formed by struts of the fixation structure  2802 ). The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  flare radially outward in an expanded position. Upon retraction of the fixation structure  2802 , for example into a catheter, the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  flex radially inwardly as described in further detail herein.  FIG.  28 B  is an expanded view of the circle  28 B in  FIG.  28 A , which better illustrates the radially outward flexing of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  (e.g., versus the other contours of the fixation system  2800 ). The fixation mechanisms  2804  are shape-set to protrude outside the wall of the fixation structure  2802 . 
       FIG.  28 C  is a partial elevational view of the fixation system  2800  of  FIG.  28 A . The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  are coupled to the fixation structure  2802  at attachment points  2812 . The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  may be integral or monolithic with the fixation structure  2802  (e.g., cut from the same hypotube, for example as described with respect to  FIG.  28 F ). The strands proximal to the attachment points  2812  are tethers  2808  comprising twists or bends  2810 . When a hypotube is cut to form an attachment point  2812 , a proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b , a tether  2808 , cell struts, etc., the attachment point  2812  naturally becomes radially offset (e.g., because a large mass naturally wants to remain straight) such that the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  is slightly radially inward of the cell struts and the tether  2808 . A similar phenomenon occurs at the connecting struts  2817  ( FIG.  28 A ) between cells. The cut hypotube may be shape set including, without limitation, flaring the fixation structure  2802  radially outward from proximal to distal, flaring the fixation mechanisms  2804   a ,  2804   b  radially outward from the fixation structure  2802  (e.g., so the fixation mechanisms  2804   a ,  2804   b  stand proud compared to the fixation structure  2802 ), and twisting the tethers  2808 . 
       FIG.  28 D  shows an example of a radiopaque marker  2814  coupled to a proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b . The radiopaque marker  2814  may comprise a band, an identifiable shape (e.g., a rectangle, circle, etc.). In some examples, the radiopaque member  2814  protrudes outward from the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b . In some examples, the radiopaque member  2814  is flush with the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b . Other portions of the fixation system  2800  may comprise a radiopaque marker (e.g., other proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b , distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a , fixation structure  2802 , tethers  2810 , etc.) 
       FIG.  28 E  shows an example of a hole or opening or aperture  2816  in a proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b . In some examples, the hole  2816  may be used to attach other components (e.g., radiopaque markers, fixation elements such as conical members, barbs, fixation arms, etc.), such as by crimping, welding, etc. Attaching certain structures may provide better control of certain properties, for example shape-setting. In some examples, the hole  2816  may help to capture tissue, for example the edges of the hole  2816  apposing tissue penetrating the hole  2816 . 
       FIG.  28 F  is a flattened view of an example of a hypotube cut pattern  2820 . The cut pattern  2820  includes tethers  2808 , attachment points  2812 , proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  including holes  2816 , fixation structure  2802 , and distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a . The cut pattern also shows ramped or tapered areas  2822 . The tapered areas  2822  can engage the distal end of a catheter during retraction, and may help with turning the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b . In some examples, it may be possible to cut a sheet and roll the sheet into a tube (e.g., initially shape setting into a cylinder and then shape setting, or directly shape setting). The cut hypotube may be shape set, for example into the shape shown in  FIG.  28 A . 
       FIG.  28 G  is an expanded view of the dashed square  28 G in  FIG.  28 F . In addition to the other manners of shape setting described herein, a strut  2824  adjacent to the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  may be bent at an angle.  FIG.  28 H  is a side view of the strut  2824  of  FIG.  28 G . The proximal end  2826  of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  and the distal end  2828  of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  are shown in dotted lines behind the strut  2824 .  FIG.  28 I  is a side view of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  being bent radially outward.  FIG.  28 J  is a side view of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  being bent radially outward and the strut  2824  being bent at a bend point  2830 . Referring again to  FIG.  28 H , the length x of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  is shown. In some examples, the bend point  2830  is about 50% of x±20% (e.g., measured from the proximal end  2826  or the distal end  2828 , about 20% of x, about 30% of x, about 40% of x, about 50% of x, about 60% of x, about 70% of x, ranges between such values, etc.). The more proximal the bend point  2830 , the more the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  protrudes radially outward. The more distal the bend point  2830 , the less the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  protrudes radially outward. The angle of the portion of the strut  2824  proximal to the bend point  2830  relative to the portion of the strut  2824  distal to the bend point  2830  is between about 20° and about 50° (e.g., about 20°, about 30°, about 40°, about 50°, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the distance y between the distal end of the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  and the portion of the strut  2824  distal to the bend point (or, in  FIG.  28 I , the unbent strut  2824 ) in an unconstrained state is between about 0.02 inches and about 0.06 inches (e.g., about 0.02 inches, about 0.03 inches, about 0.04 inches, about 0.05 inches, about 0.06 inches, ranges between such values, etc.), although factors such as vessel diameter, the length x, etc. may influence the distance y. 
       FIG.  28 K  is a side view of the strut  2824  being bent at the bend point  2830 . In contrast to  FIG.  28 J , the proximal fixation mechanism  2804   b  is not bent, although other parameters (e.g., bend angle, location of the bend point  2830 , the distance y, etc.) may remain the same. 
       FIGS.  28 L- 28 O  show the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  rotating inwardly during retrieval into a catheter  2806 . In  FIG.  28 L , the fixation system  2800  is fully deployed. The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  stand proud. The distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a  also stand proud, providing bidirectional fixation. In  FIG.  28 M , the fixation system  2800  is starting to be withdrawn into the catheter  2806 . The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  still stand proud. In  FIG.  28 N , the fixation system  2800  is further withdrawn into the catheter  2806 . The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  still rotate inwardly as the distal end of the catheter  2806  interacts with the tapered portions  2822 . In  FIG.  28 O , the fixation system  2800  is further withdrawn into the catheter  2806 . The proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  except for the distal ends are in the catheter  2806 . No snagging, scratching, etc. occurred during retraction. Further retraction of the fixation system  2800  would place the remainder of the fixation structure  2802  and the distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a  in the catheter  2806 . 
     Having the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  pointed distally can allow for improved performance during retrieval of the fixation system  2800  (e.g., lower probability of the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  or any other part of the fixation system  2800  getting snagged by the distal end of the catheter  2806 ). Since the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  articulate radially inwards upon retrieval, the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  can be included with little concern of scratching and/or engaging the inner surface of the catheter  2806  during deployment or retrieval. The degree of inward flex of the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b  during retrieval can be controlled by, for example, the location of the bend point  2830 , the attachment point  2812 , and/or bending of the proximal fixation mechanisms  2804   b . The distal end can comprise distal fixation mechanisms  2804   a , which can provide resistance to distal motion. 
     In some examples, the fixation mechanisms described herein may take the form of a textured surface. For example, material may be added to and/or removed from a fixation arm or a fixation structure to form a stippled, striped, rough, etc. surface. The texture may increase the surface area, which can increase the amount of tissue that is engaged. 
       FIG.  29 A  illustrates an example of a catheter system  2900 . The catheter system  2900  comprises a sheath  2906 , a first loop  2902  extending from a distal end of the sheath  2906 , and a second loop  2904  extending from the distal end of the sheath  2906 . At least one of the first loop  2902  and the second loop  2904  comprises a plurality of electrodes  2908 . In some examples, the catheter system  2900  comprises fixation features  2910  (e.g., comprising atraumatic stiff loops). 
       FIGS.  29 B- 29 F  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system  2900  of  FIG.  29 A . In  FIG.  29 B , the sheath  2906  has been advanced past the pulmonary valve  2928  into the pulmonary trunk  2922 . The pulmonary valve  2928  is a tricuspid valve. In some examples, the sheath  2906  may have a shape configured to interact with the cuspids of the pulmonary valve  2928 . The sheath  2906  may comprise a pressure sensor proximate to a distal end to help a user determine when the distal end of the sheath  2906  is distal to the pulmonary valve  2928 .  FIG.  29 A  also illustrates the right pulmonary artery  2924 , the left pulmonary artery  2926 , the bifurcation  2925  between the right pulmonary artery  2924  and the left pulmonary artery  2926 , and a target nerve  2920  (e.g., the right stellate CPN). 
     In  FIG.  29 C , the loops  2902 ,  2904  are deployed from the distal end of the sheath  2906 . In some examples, the loops  2902 ,  2904  are deployed substantially simultaneously, which can reduce delivery complexity, for example using a single actuation mechanism having a short delivery throw. In some examples, the loops  2902 ,  2904  may be deployed sequentially or serially or staggered with either loop being deployed first, which can reduce the profile of the catheter system  2900 . The loops  2902 ,  2904  may be in any rotational orientation. 
     In  FIG.  29 D , the sheath  2906 , with the loops  2902 ,  2904  deployed, is advanced towards the bifurcation  2925 . The loops  2902 ,  2904  self-orient into the right pulmonary artery  2904  and left pulmonary artery  2906 , regardless of the original rotational orientation of the loops  2902 ,  2904 . For example, the catheter system  2900  may rotate during distal advancement in response to the loops  2902 ,  2904  interacting with the anatomy. 
     In  FIG.  29 E , the sheath  2906  is further distally advanced towards the bifurcation  2925 . The loops  2902 ,  2904  may advance further into the right pulmonary artery  2924  and the left pulmonary artery  2926 , respectively, but advancement is limited by the bifurcation  2925 . In  FIG.  29 F , fixation features  2910  may optionally be deployed from the sheath  2906 , for example proximate to the pulmonary valve  2928 . The fixation features  2910  may bias the sheath  2906  distally towards the bifurcation  2925 , which can limit distal advancement. In some examples, the fixation features  2910  comprise a shape memory material such as nitinol. Blood flow is in the distal direction, which can help to maintain the positions of the loops  2906 . In some examples, the sheath  2906  may comprise features to interact with the blood flow (e.g., fins, a balloon, etc.). 
     The electrodes  2908  of the first loop  2902  and the electrodes  2908  of the second loop  2904  may be activated according to a predetermined or logical sequence to determine which loop  2902 ,  2904  can modulate the target nerve  2910 . The electrodes  2908  of the selected loop may be used for neuromodulation and the electrodes  2908  of the other loop may be deactivated. 
     In some examples, only the first loop  2902  comprises electrodes  2908 . The second loop  2904  may still provide self-orientation and interaction with the bifurcation  2925 . The electrodes  2908  of the first loop  2902  may be activated according to a predetermined or logical sequence to determine if the first loop  2902  can modulate the target nerve  2910 . If the first loop  2902  is determined to not be able to modulate the target nerve  2910 , the catheter system  2900  may be repositioned (e.g., including rotating, for example) 180° so that the first loop  2902  is in the other of the right pulmonary artery  2924  and the left pulmonary artery  2926 . 
     In some examples, rather than loops  2902 ,  2904 , a catheter system comprises two fingers having pigtail ends. The pigtail ends may provide the same benefits, for example bifurcation interaction, as the loops  2902 ,  2904 , and reduce potential issues such as poking the vasculature, bending, etc. 
     In some examples, neither of the loops  2902 ,  2904  comprises electrodes  2938 . In certain such examples, the electrodes  2938  may be disposed on the sheath  2906 .  FIG.  29 G  illustrates an example of a catheter system  2930 . The catheter system  2930  comprises a sheath  2906 , a first loop  2902  extending from a distal end of the sheath  2906 , and a second loop  2904  extending from the distal end of the sheath  2906 . The sheath  2906  comprises a plurality of electrodes  2938 . In some examples, the catheter system  2930  comprises fixation features  2910  (e.g., comprising atraumatic stiff loops). The loops  2902 ,  2904  may inhibit or prevent distal migration and/or the fixation features  2910  may inhibit or prevent proximal migration. The catheter system  2930  may be positioned as described with respect to the catheter system  2900 , for example passing distal to the pulmonary valve, deploying the loops  2902 ,  2904 , and advancing towards a bifurcation where one loop  2902  extends into one branch vessel and the other loop  2904  extends into the other branch vessel. 
     The electrodes  2938  may be annular, partially annular, points, etc. In some examples, for example in which the electrodes  2938  are on one side of the sheath  2906 , the electrodes  2938  may be activated according to a predetermined or logical sequence to determine if the target nerve is captured. If the target nerve is not captured, the catheter system  2930  may be repositioned (e.g., including rotating, for example 180°) so that the first loop  2902  is in the other of the right pulmonary artery  2924  and the left pulmonary artery  2926 . In some examples in which one or both of the loops  2902 ,  2904  comprise electrodes  2908 , the sheath  2908  may comprise electrodes  2938 . 
     In some examples, electrodes that are separate from the loops  2902 ,  2904  may be deployed from the catheter  2906 . For example, catheter systems described herein provide electrode matrices that can be deployed from a side of a catheter and/or an end of a catheter. In certain such examples, the loops  2902 ,  2904  can be used to orient and position the catheter  2906  at a target site, and then an electrode matrix can be deployed from the catheter  2906  at the target site. 
     In some examples, rather than being a plain loop, at least one of the loops  2902 ,  2904  may be modified, for example as described herein with respect to other catheter systems. In some examples, each of the loops  2902 ,  2904  may be modified differently. 
       FIG.  29 H  illustrates an example of a catheter system  2940 . The catheter system  2940  comprises a sheath  2906 , a first loop  2942  extending from a distal end of the sheath  2906 , and a second loop  2904  extending from the distal end of the sheath  2906 . The first loop  2942  comprises a first wire  2943   a  and a second wire  2943   b . Each of the wires  2943   a ,  2943   b  comprises electrodes  2948 , forming an electrode matrix. Distal to the distal end of the sheath  2906 , the first wire  2943   a  and the second wire  2943   b  are spaced to form a gap  2943   c  that spaces the electrodes  2948  on the wire  2943   a  from the electrodes  2948  on the wire  2943   b . More wires and electrodes are also possible. For example, a third wire may extend between the first wire  2943   a  and the second wire  2943   b . The electrodes  2948  are shown as button electrodes, but other types of electrodes are also possible (e.g., barrel, within a U-channel, etc.). 
     In some examples, the catheter system  2940  comprises fixation features  2910  (e.g., comprising atraumatic stiff loops). The catheter system  2940  may be positioned as described with respect to the catheter system  2900 , for example passing distal to the pulmonary valve, deploying the loops  2942 ,  2904 , and advancing towards a bifurcation where one loop  2942  extends into one branch vessel and the other loop  2904  extends into the other branch vessel. 
       FIG.  29 I  illustrates an example of a catheter system  2950 . The catheter system  2950  comprises a sheath  2906 , a first loop  2952  extending from a distal end of the sheath  2906 , and a second loop  2904  extending from the distal end of the sheath  2906 . The first loop  2952  comprises a wire having an undulating or zig-zag or sinusoidal or wave shape. The first loop  2952  comprises electrodes  2958  at peaks and valleys, forming an electrode matrix. The electrodes  2958  may also or alternatively be positioned between peaks and valleys. The first loop  2952  may comprise additional wires and/or electrodes. For example, a second wire, which may be straight, sinusoidal, or another shape, may extend along the first wire. The electrodes  2958  are shown as button electrodes, but other types of electrodes are also possible (e.g., barrel, within a U-channel, etc.). In some examples, a sinusoidal shape may be in a plane configured to transversely appose a vessel wall. In certain such examples, electrodes are at sinusoidal peaks, which can provide increased or optimum vessel wall contact. In some examples, a sinusoidal shape can increase rigidity, which can improve wall apposition, for example compared to a straight shape. 
     In some examples, the catheter system  2950  comprises fixation features  2910  (e.g., comprising atraumatic stiff loops). The catheter system  2950  may be positioned as described with respect to the catheter system  2900 , for example passing distal to the pulmonary valve, deploying the loops  2952 ,  2904 , and advancing towards a bifurcation where one loop  2952  extends into one branch vessel and the other loop  2904  extends into the other branch vessel. 
     Several processes described herein are provided with respect to entering the pulmonary trunk and then advancing into the right pulmonary artery and/or the left pulmonary artery, or more generically entering a main or afferent vessel and advancing into one or more efferent or branch vessels. In some examples, a catheter system may enter from a branch vessel and be advanced towards a main vessel and/or another branch vessel. For example, a catheter system may be inserted into the right internal jugular vein and advanced towards a superior vena cava. For another example, a catheter system may be inserted into the left internal jugular vein and advanced towards a left brachiocephalic vein. 
       FIG.  29 J  illustrates another example of a catheter system  2960 . The catheter system  2960  comprises a sheath  2906  and a loop  2962 . The loop  2962  is configured to extend from a distal end of the sheath  2906  and to bend proximally back towards the sheath  2906 . In some examples, for example as described with respect to the catheter system  2900 , the loop  2962  may comprise electrodes. In some examples, the catheter system  2960  comprises fixation features  2910  (e.g., comprising atraumatic stiff loops). For example as described with respect to the catheter system  2930 , the sheath  2906  comprises electrodes  2968 . In some examples, the catheter system  2960  comprises sheath electrodes  2968  and the electrodes on the loop  2962 . 
       FIG.  29 K  illustrates another example of a catheter system  2965 . The catheter system  2965  is similar to the catheter system  2960  except that the loop  2963  is configured to extend from a side of the sheath  2906 , through an aperture  2907 , and to bend proximally. In some examples, the aperture  2907  may comprise turning features such as a ramp. 
       FIGS.  29 L- 29 N  illustrate an example method of deploying the catheter system  2965  of  FIG.  29 K . The example method may also or alternatively be used to deploy the catheter system  2960  of  FIG.  29 J  or other catheter systems. The vasculature illustrated in  FIGS.  29 L- 29 N  includes the left innominate vein or left brachiocephalic vein  2955 , the left subclavian vein  2961 , and the left internal jugular vein  2964 , described in further detail herein with respect to  FIG.  21   , although other the method may also be appropriate for use at other vascular or other lumen bifurcations. The catheter systems can be adjusted to better interact with a Y-shaped bifurcation, a T-shaped bifurcation, from an afferent vessel, from an efferent vessel, depending on the relative sizes of the vessels, etc. In some examples, such catheter systems can advantageously positively locate the catheter at anatomical junctions. Certain such anatomical junctions may have known passing nerves, which can allow the user to locate electrodes in a precise location with reduced or minimal or no visualization (e.g., fluoroscopy) and/or guidance (e.g., use of a guidewire and/or guide catheter). In some examples, the Y-shaped or T-shaped anatomy may help ensure that the catheter and electrodes remain fixed in place. 
     In  FIG.  29 L , the catheter system  2965  is in the left internal jugular vein  2964 , which may the point at which the vasculature is accessed by an introducer. The catheter system  2965  is advanced towards the left brachiocephalic vein  2955 . At least during advancing past the junction of the left subclavian vein  2961  and the left internal jugular vein  2964 , the loop  2963  is deployed out of the sheath  2906 . As the sheath  2906  is advanced in the left internal jugular vein  2964 , the loop  2963  is inwardly compressed slides along the wall of the left internal jugular vein  2964 . 
     In  FIG.  29 M , the catheter system  2965  is advanced far enough that the loop  2963  is unconstrained and able to outwardly expand to a set shape. In  FIG.  29 N , the catheter system  2965  is retracted until the loop  2963  contacts the left subclavian vein  2961 . The catheter system  2965  can be repeatably placed at the junction between the left subclavian vein  2961  and the left internal jugular vein  2964 . In some examples, placement can be without fluoroscopy, for example using distance and/or tactile changes to determine that the catheter system  2965  is properly positioned. Fixation features  2910  may optionally be deployed from the sheath  2906 , for example proximate to the junction in the left internal jugular vein  2964 . The electrodes  2968  can be positioned along the sheath  2906  to capture a target nerve  2921 . The target nerve  2921  may comprise, for example, a thoracic cardiac branch nerve. In some examples, the target nerve  2921  is a cervical cardiac nerve. Cervical cardiac nerves may also or alternatively be targeted from the left internal jugular vein  2964 . In some examples, the catheter system  2965  comprises features that may help to capture a target nerve. For example, the sheath  2906  may comprise a curvature to bend towards the position  2921 , the catheter system  2965  may comprise a second loop comprising electrodes and configured to be deployed out of the distal end or the side of the sheath  2906  in a direction opposite the loop  2963 , and/or the electrodes  2968  may be longitudinally aligned with and/or distal to the aperture  2907 . 
       FIG.  30 A  is a perspective view an example of an electrode system  3000 . The system  3000  comprises a catheter  3006 , a framework  3002 , and a plurality of electrodes  3008 .  FIG.  30 B  is a top plan view of a portion of the electrode system  3000  of  FIG.  30 A . The catheter  3006  comprises a proximal segment  3010  having a generally circular cross-section and a distal segment  3012  having a generally oval cross-section. The round shape of the proximal segment  3010  can be useful, for example, to couple to round proximal components such as luer fittings, other round catheters, etc. The oval shape of the distal segment  3012  can be useful, for example, to preferentially align near the target zone, which can reduce or minimize distance from the sheath  3006  to the target zone. The oval shape of the distal segment  3012  can be useful, for example, to resist torque and rotation. The framework  3002  may comprise, for example, two shape memory (e.g., nitinol) wires forming a zig-zag or undulating or sinusoidal pattern or serpentine to create a wave frame or accordion shape. The framework  3002  can be substantially level or planar, or can comprise a curve, for example to bias or conform to a vessel wall. Leads or conductor wires coupling the electrodes  3008  to a modulation system can run along and/or through the framework  3002 . 
     The electrodes  3008  comprise buttons coupled to the framework  3002 . In some examples, the electrodes  3008  have a diameter between about 1 mm and about 3 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 1.5 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 3 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). The electrodes  3008  are longitudinally offset, as shown by the dashed lines in  FIG.  30 B , to sequentially nest in catheter  3006  the before deployment and/or upon retraction, which can reduce the profile of the catheter. In some examples, at least some of the electrodes  3008  may be side-by-side. In some examples, one side of the electrodes  3008  is insulated, which can provide directional electrodes  3008 . The electrodes  3008  may be coupled to the framework  3002  to inhibit rotation of the electrodes  3008 , for example keeping the surfaces of the electrodes  3008  generally level or planar. Interaction with tissue such as a vessel wall may induce the framework  3002  to bend before inducing the electrodes  3008  to rotate. 
       FIG.  30 C  is a perspective view of another example of an electrode system  3020 . Similar to the system  3000 , the system  3020  comprises a catheter  3006 , a framework  3002 , and a plurality of electrodes  3028 .  FIG.  30 D  is a distal end view of the electrode system  3020  of  FIG.  30 C  in a collapsed state.  FIG.  30 E  is a distal end view of the electrode system  3020  of  FIG.  30 C  in an expanded state. The expanded state shown in  FIGS.  30 C and  30 E  is partially expanded, as some electrodes  3028  remain in the catheter  3006 . A selected number of electrodes  3028  may be deployed as determined by the user (e.g., based on the subject&#39;s anatomy, the indication, etc.). 
     The electrodes  3028  comprise barrel-shapes coupled to the framework  3002 . The framework  3002  may include longitudinal segments rather than peaks to accommodate the lengths of the electrodes  3008 , and the bends in the framework  3002  can maintain longitudinal positioning of the electrodes  3028 . In some examples, the electrodes  3028  have a diameter between about 0.01 in and about 0.1 in (e.g., about 0.01 in, about 0.02 in, about 0.03 in, about 0.04 in, about 0.05 in, about 0.06 in, about 0.08 in, about 0.1 in, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the electrodes  3028  have a length between about 0.02 in and about 0.2 in (e.g., about 0.02 in, about 0.03 in, about 0.04 in, about 0.05 in, about 0.06 in, about 0.07 in, about 0.08 in, about 0.09 in, about 0.1 in, about 0.12 in, about 0.15 in, 0.2 in, ranges between such values, etc.). The edge electrodes  3028  are laterally side-by-side, which can provide certain electrode combination patterns (e.g., as discussed with respect to  FIGS.  32 A- 32 D ). In some examples, a central electrode  3028  can be a cathode and the four closest lateral electrodes  3028  can be anodes. In some examples, the electrodes  3028  may be laterally offset (e.g., like the electrodes  3008 ). In some examples, a circumferential arc of the electrodes  3028  is insulated, which can provide directional electrodes  3028 . The electrodes  3028  may be coupled to the framework  3002  to inhibit rotation of the electrodes  3028 , for example maintaining uninsulated surfaces of the electrodes  3028  facing a certain direction. Other shapes of the electrodes  3028  are also possible (e.g., cylindrical, spherical). 
     The system  3020  comprises an optional core element  3024 . The core element may, for example, help to carry conductor wires and/or to maintain a shape of the framework  3002 . In some examples, the core element  3024  comprises a round tube (e.g., a hypotube). In some examples, the core element  3024  is flat or ribbon shaped, rectangular, oval, or other shapes. In some examples, the core element  3024  is laterally offset from a center of the framework  3002 . 
       FIG.  30 F  is a plan view of yet another example of an electrode system  3030 . Similar to the system  3000 , the system  3030  comprises a framework  3002  and a plurality of electrodes  3038 . The system  3030  comprises a sheet or membrane or mesh  3032 . In contrast to the systems  3000 ,  3020 , the electrodes  3038  of the system  3030  are on the sheet  3032  comprising a flexible material (e.g., polyimide, silicone). The sheet  3032  may comprise, for example, a flex circuit including patterned conductor wires. The sheet  3032  may comprise, for example, a mesh such as described with respect to  FIG.  4 C . The sheet  3032  holding the electrodes  3038  can provide control of the relative positions and spacing of the electrodes  3038 . 
     The system  3030  optionally comprises a core element  3034 . The framework  3032  may be coupled to the core element  3034 , for example as individual V-shaped segments. The sheet  3032  is coupled to the framework  3002 , and optionally to the core element  3034 . In some examples, the framework  3002  and the sheet  3034  wrap around the core element  3034  in a collapsed state. The system  3030  can be delivered in a collapsed state without a catheter (e.g., tracking the core element  3034  over a guidewire or tether), for example if the sheet  3032  at least partially thermally insulates the framework  3002  such that thermal shape memory is slow to take effect.  FIG.  30 G  is a distal end view of the electrode system  3030  of  FIG.  30 F . In the deployed state, as best seen in  FIG.  30 G , the sheet  3032  has a curved shape, which can help to hold the electrodes  3038  against a vessel wall. 
       FIGS.  31 A and  31 B  show example electrode combinations for nine electrodes in a 3×3 matrix. Other numbers of electrodes and patterns of matrices can be used, and the 3×3 matrix is shown only for the sake of discussion. In examples in which a power supply is external to the subject, energy budget may be of less concern than accurate tissue nerve targeting. A sequence of combinations in which a first electrode is cathodic and a second electrode is anodic can be tested to see which combinations provide certain effects (e.g., effecting contractility and/or relaxation and/or not affecting heart rate). A subject could provide input regarding pain, cough, general discomfort, tingling, and/or other sensations during the process to give the system feedback about which electrode combinations cause those effects. The contractility and/or relaxation response could be measured, for example via a pressure sensor, accelerometer, or other contractility and/or relaxation measurement, including external tools such as echo ultrasound. 
       FIG.  31 A  shows an example sequence of twelve combinations in which one electrode is anodic and one electrode is cathodic. Each combination may be operated, for example, 4 ms, followed substantially immediately by the next combination in the sequence. The sequence may be repeated if the initial run was successful, for example about 50 ms (20 Hz) later. After running the sequence of tests 1-12, combinations of electrodes that have an effect above or below a certain threshold may be identified for use and/or non-use in calibration stimulation and/or therapeutic stimulation. This can automate the mapping of the nerve location and increase or optimize stimulus response for efficacy and tolerance.  FIG.  32 A  shows that other combinations of these same electrodes are also possible, for example, with an electrode in the middle, diagonal, etc. The same sequence or a shorter sequence (e.g., comprising tests 1, 2, 7, and 8) may be used to verify positioning on a macro level (e.g., that some combination of electrodes in that matrix position provides stimulation), for example upon initial positioning, repositioning, and/or periodically to check for matrix migration. 
     In some examples, a monopolar mode in which one electrode in the matrix is made cathodic with an anodic body patch (or vice versa) on the subject&#39;s chest, back, or arm can be used before bipolar combinations of electrodes to find nerve faster, and then bipolar or guarded bipolar or bullseye (e.g., as discussed herein) combinations can be used to more selectively capture the nerve. 
     In some examples, a plurality of sequences may be available (e.g., having at least one electrical parameter or electrode combination sequence that is different). For example if a first sequence causes more than a threshold number of undesired responses, a second sequence may start, and so on. The system may return to an initial sequence based on results of other sequences. 
     Sequences of combinations in which a plurality of electrodes are cathodic and one electrode is cathodic, in which one electrode is anodic and a plurality of electrodes are cathodic, and in which a plurality of electrodes are anodic and a plurality of electrodes are cathodic are also possible. 
     Electrical stimulation can create noise on an ECG. Some parameters that can be used to reduce or minimize the stimulation-induced noise include stimulation vector, amplitude, pulse width, and/or frequency.  FIGS.  31 Ci - 31 Cxi illustrate an example method of setting a stimulation vector. Prior to  FIG.  31 Ci , the electrode  3102  has been established as capable of capturing a nerve when used as a cathode, for example using a system and/or technique described herein. A stimulation vector can be set by a line between the cathode  3102  and an electrode used as an anode. In some examples, electrodes around the cathode  3102  are tested to find a stimulation vector that is orthogonal to the primary ECG vector, which is the physical vector between two ECG leads. The primary ECG vector can be the ECG vector that is being displayed on the hospital monitor and/or the ECG vector that is being used by the hospital monitoring system to detect abnormalities in the ECG, such as arrhythmias or other undesirable changes. In some examples, the primary ECG vector can be the ECG vector that is being monitored by another device that records cardiac electrical activity, such as an implantable cardiac defibrillator. Finding and setting a stimulation vector that is orthogonal to the primary ECG vector can, for example, reduce a quantity of stimulation noise interference seen on an ECG signal. Without being bound by any particular theory, it is believed that the stimulation creates an electric field that generates a voltage in the body that is recorded across the ECG vector, so if the stimulation is parallel to the ECG vector, then the stimulation field is additive to the field produced by cardiac electrical signal and produces noise that is detectable (e.g., visible) on the primary ECG signal. 
     If the stimulation vector is orthogonal to the ECG vector, and assuming an isotropic homogeneous medium in which the electrical conductivity is the same in all directions, then no voltage is applied across the ECG vector and has no effect, produces no noise, and/or does not show up on an ECG signal. In practice, the human body comprises various tissue types and is not isotropic or homogeneous. Positioning the stimulation vector as orthogonal to the primary ECG vector as possible can result in reduced noise on ECG. If there is prior knowledge of a primary ECG vector, tests can be reduced to include or only include stimulation vectors that are approximately orthogonal to that vector. In some examples, a trial and error process may be used to adjust the stimulation vector to reduce or minimize noise on ECG. 
     In  FIG.  31 Ci , a first electrode  3104  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Cii, a second electrode  3106  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Ciii, a third electrode  3108  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Civ, a fourth electrode  3110  is used as an anode. In  FIG.  31 Cv , a fifth electrode  3112  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Cvi, a sixth electrode  3114  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Cvii, a seventh electrode  3116  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Cviii, an eighth electrode  3118  is used as an anode. The electrodes  3104 ,  3106 ,  3108 ,  3110 ,  3112 ,  3114 ,  3116 ,  3118  provide eight different stimulation vectors roughly 360° around the electrode  3102 . More or fewer electrodes can be used as anodes. Using more electrodes can provide additional stimulation vectors, which can increase precision and help to reduce ECG signal interference. Using fewer electrodes may provide fewer stimulation vectors, but may reduce stimulation setup duration and may still be sufficient to identify a noise reducing stimulation vector.  FIGS.  31 Ci - 31 Cviii illustrate the anode marching around the cathode  3102 . For the sake of this example, the configuration of FIG.  31 Civ, in which the electrode  3110  is the anode, produced a stimulation vector  3120  that produced the least amount of ECG signal interference. This configuration may be used for therapeutic stimulation. In some examples, this configuration may be used as one of multiple factors in determining an electrode configuration used for therapeutic stimulation. 
     In some examples, depending on the electrode array, additional anode testing may be performed. In FIG.  31 Cix, a ninth electrode  3122  is used as an anode. In  FIG.  31 Cx , a tenth electrode  3124  is used as an anode. In FIG.  31 Cxi, an eleventh electrode  3126  is used as an anode. For example, FIGS.  31 Cix- 31 Cxi may be part of the original anode marching (e.g., all electrodes in an array may be tested). In some examples, FIGS.  31 Cix- 31 Cxi may be tested based on the results of testing in  FIGS.  31 Ci - 31 Cviii, which found that the stimulation vector  3120  reduced ECG signal noise. For example, the testing shown in FIGS.  31 Cix- 31 Cxi may be omitted if the stimulation vector produced by using the electrode  3104  as anode produced the least ECG signal noise amongst  FIGS.  31 Ci - 31 Cviii. For the sake of this example, the configuration of  FIG.  31 Cx , in which the electrode  3124  is the anode, produced a stimulation vector  3128  that produced the least amount of ECG signal interference, even less than the stimulation vector  3120 . This configuration may be used for therapeutic stimulation. In some examples, this configuration may be used as one of multiple factors in determining an electrode configuration used for therapeutic stimulation. In some examples, FIGS.  31 Cix- 31 Cxi may be part of the original anode marching (e.g., all electrodes in an array may be tested). In general, the smaller the distance between the anode and cathode on the stimulation vector, the smaller the noise generated on the ECG due to the field being more limited around the active stimulation electrodes. Monopolar stimulation with a far anode relative to the cathode can induce the most noise on the primary ECG signal, whereas a tighter bipolar configuration with an anode in close proximity to a cathode might generate less stimulation noise on ECG. 
     Other stimulation settings that can impact ECG noise include amplitude, pulse width, and/or frequency. Stimulation noise on ECG may be reduced when relatively lower stimulation amplitudes and/or stimulation pulse widths are utilized. If a therapeutic effect is maintained at a desirable level, reducing the stimulation amplitude and/or stimulation pulse width might help reduce noise on ECG. Using reduced stimulation amplitude and/or pulse width in addition to using an approximately orthogonal ECG vector may further reduce or minimize noise on ECG. Matching the stimulation frequency to the ECG monitor&#39;s notch filter frequency, for example as described herein, in combination with reduction in stimulation amplitude and/or stimulation pulse widths and/or with an orthogonal ECG vector can further reduce, minimize, or eliminate stimulation noise on ECG. 
     Therapeutic efficacy may be the primary consideration for electrode selection. Cathode selection may be the primary driver of therapeutic efficacy such that selection of an anode for stimulation vectoring to reduce ECG noise and/or side effects may be compatible secondary considerations. In some examples, ECG noise due to stimulation can also (e.g., in addition to stimulation vectoring orthogonal to the ECG vector) or alternatively be reduced using other systems and methods described herein. 
     In some examples, the system may utilize a method in which the different anodes are tested in a non-marching sequence, for example by focusing in on particular anodes based on the results of testing other anodes. For example, the tests of  FIGS.  31     vi - 31   viii  may be skipped if it is discovered that the stimulation vector produced by using the electrode  3112  as an anode produces more interference than the stimulation vector produced by using the electrode  3110  as an anode. The system may then test additional electrodes having similar stimulation vectors, such as the electrodes  3122 ,  3124 , as shown in FIGS.  31 Cix and  31 Cx (e.g., omitting the electrode  3126  of FIG.  31 Cxi). 
     In some examples, a user may use a combination of an image of the electrode matrix in the subject (e.g., a fluoroscopic image), which can provide some information about the orientation of the various electrodes with respect to anatomy or each other, and knowledge of the positions of the ECG leads to skip testing of certain anodes. For example, cathode-anode combinations that appear to be substantially parallel to the ECG vector may be skipped, and/or cathode-anode combinations that appear to be substantially perpendicular to the ECG vector may be included or tested more. Users may appreciate limitations of certain image types (e.g., providing two-dimensional images for a three-dimensional space) and suppress the reduction of tests accordingly. 
     If the device that is used to set the stimulation parameters and/or generate the stimulation output has feedback on the primary ECG vector, the device can use the feedback to automatically identify stimulation parameters that reduce or minimize noise on ECG. For example, the leads to the device may be attached to the same electrode as those that are used to generate the primary ECG vector. Stimulation parameters, including stimulation vector, amplitude, pulse width, and/or frequency may be adjusted to reduce or minimize the noise on ECG and increase or maximize the signal to noise ratio. Limits set by the user, such as cathode selection or amplitude upper and lower bounds, may be used to limit the parameter set being tested. 
       FIGS.  32 A- 32 D  show example electrode combinations for twelve electrodes in a 3×4 matrix. The 3×4 matrix is an example, and other matrices are also possible (for example, but not limited to, 2×2, 2×3, 2×4, 2×5, 3×3, 3×5, 4×4, 5×5, reversals (e.g., 3×2 being a reversal of 2×3), etc.). In some examples, the matrix may be irregularly shaped, for example, being 2×2 and then 3×3. In  FIGS.  32 C and  32 D , the middle column is offset relative to the left and right columns. The electrode combinations of  FIGS.  32 A- 32 D  may be called “guarded bipolar” combinations because the cathode is completely surrounded by anodes, or is at least not adjacent to a non-anodic cathode. In  FIG.  32 A , the cathodic electrode in row 2, column 2 is surrounded by anodic electrodes in row 1, row 3, and row 2, columns 1 and 3. In  FIG.  32 B , the cathodic electrode in row 4, column 2 is surrounded by anodic electrodes in row 3, and row 4, columns 1 and 3. In  FIG.  32 C , the cathodic electrode column 2, second from the top is surrounded by anodic electrodes in column 1, first two from the top, column 3, first two from the top, and column 2, first and third from the top. In  FIG.  32 D , the cathodic electrode column 2, first from the bottom is surrounded by anodic electrodes in column 3, first from the bottom, column 2, first from the bottom, and column 3, second from the bottom. Guarded cathodes (using two or more anodes) can allow for controlling the spread of the electric field, which can provide a more efficient stimulation to the target nerve, and/or which can reduce spillover of the electric field to non-target nerves, which could cause unintended side-effects. 
     In some examples, an electrode matrix can be used to electronically reposition the electrodes. For example, referring to  FIG.  32 A , if all of the anodes and cathodes are shifted down one row such that the cathodic electrode in row 3, column 2 is surrounded by anodic electrodes in row 2, row 4, and row 3, columns 1 and 3. Referring again to  FIG.  31 A , changing from test 3 to test 9, from test 1 to test 11, etc. could be considered electronic repositioning. Electrodes may thereby be electronically repositioned in multiple directions. In electronic repositioning, the electrode matrix itself does not move or migrate. Electronic repositioning may be used to counter unintended movement or migration of the electrode matrix. 
     In some examples, the stimulation comprises an active biphasic waveform in which area under a curve is actively managed to be zero by forcing a pulse in opposite charge over a longer duration by measuring charge. In some examples, the stimulation comprises a passive biphasic waveform in which area under a curve is zero by allowing the charge to dissipate from the tissue. 
     In some examples, the stimulation comprises an amplitude between about 1 mA and about 20 mA (e.g., about 1 mA, about 2 mA, about 3 mA, about 4 mA, about 5 mA, about 6 mA, about 7 mA, about 8 mA, about 9 mA, about 10 mA, about 15 mA, about 20 mA, ranges between such values, etc.). Lower amplitudes may advantageously have less penetration depth, which can inhibit or avoid stimulation of nerves or other tissue that is not targeted. Higher amplitudes may advantageously be more likely to have a therapeutic effect. In some examples, the stimulation comprises a pulse width between about 0.5 ms and about 4 ms (e.g., about 0.5 ms, about 0.75 ms, about 1 ms, about 1.25 ms, about 1.5 ms, about 1.75 ms, about 2 ms, about 2.25 ms, about 3 ms, about 4 ms, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, lower amplitude (e.g., less than about 10 mA) can be used in combination with a pulse width according to a strength-duration curve to provide the desired effect. Lower amplitudes may advantageously have less penetration depth, which can inhibit or avoid stimulation of nerves or other tissue that is not targeted. Higher amplitudes may advantageously be more likely to have a therapeutic effect. In some examples, a lower amplitude (e.g., less than about 10 mA) can be used in combination with a pulse width according to a strength-duration curve to provide the desired effect. 
     In some examples, the stimulation comprises a frequency between about 2 Hz and about 40 Hz (e.g., about 2 Hz, about 5 Hz, about 10 Hz, about 15 Hz, about 20 Hz, about 25 Hz, about 30 Hz, about 40 Hz, ranges between such values, etc.). Lower frequencies (e.g., less than about 10 Hz) may advantageously have negligible effect on pain receptors that generally respond to much higher frequencies such that a subject is more tolerant of the therapy. 
     In some examples, the stimulation is ramped at a beginning and/or an end of the stimulation duration. For example, if stimulation duration is 10 seconds, the initial stimulation burst may be about 50% based on at least one parameter (e.g., ON duration, amplitude, pulse width, frequency, etc.), then increased or ramped up to 60%, 70%, etc. over the course of 2 seconds until reaching 100%. After 6 seconds at 100%, the stimulation may be decreased or ramped down to 95%, 90%, etc. over the course of 2 seconds until reaching 50%, after which the stimulation may be turned off. Ramping up and/or down may reduce side effects, increase subject tolerance, and/or avoid shocks to the system that may occur with an initial full burst. The duration of the ramp(s) may be based on a percentage of stimulation duration (e.g., 20% ramp up, 20% ramp down), absolute durations (e.g., 2 seconds ramp regardless of stimulation duration), or other factors. The ramp may be linear or take some other function (e.g., decreasing steps for a ramp up, increasing steps for a ramp down). In examples in which a ramp up and a ramp down are used, the ramp up may be different than the ramp down (e.g., starting percentage may be different than end percentage, ramp up duration may be different than ramp down duration, ramp up function may be different than ramp down duration, etc.). 
       FIG.  33 A  is a plot of contractility versus stimulation. Starting from a baseline contractility, the stimulation is turned ON for Time  1 . There is some time delay for the stimulation to result in a change in contractility (e.g., about 10 to 20 seconds), after which contractility steadily climbs until reaching a fairly steady state. When contractility is turned OFF in time  2 , there is some time delay before the contractility begins to decay. The decay delay when stimulation is OFF is longer than the delay when stimulation is ON. The time to ramp up to a baseline level during the decay is also less than from a baseline. The decay may also be reduced over time. Accordingly, the stimulation ON and OFF do not perfectly correlate to the durations when contractility changes. 
     In some examples, stimulation is turned ON for 5 seconds, followed by stimulation being turned OFF for 10 seconds. In some examples, stimulation is turned ON for 2 seconds, followed by stimulation being turned OFF for 5 seconds. In some examples, stimulation is turned ON for 10 seconds, followed by stimulation being turned OFF for 30 seconds. In some examples, stimulation is turned ON until a substantially steady state is achieved, followed by stimulation being turned OFF until a certain contractility is reached, at which point the stimulation is turned ON until the substantially steady state is again achieved, etc. Such an approach can reduce or minimize an effective dose. A duty cycle approach in view of this discovery can reduce the amount of time that stimulation is ON, which can reduce energy usage, maintain therapeutic effect, and/or reduce side effects, which can increase patient comfort and tolerability mistake. 
     In some examples, a ramping feature could be used to slowly ramp the intensity of the stimulation ON and OFF, or to shut the stimulation OFF quickly. A ramping feature can allow the patient to adapt to stimulation and reduce sudden transitions. For example, at least one parameter (e.g., ON duration, amplitude, pulse width, frequency, etc.) could be slowly increased and/or decreased over time until building towards a final value. 
     In some examples, for example for short term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 5 seconds and OFF for 5 seconds for 1 hour. In some examples, for example for short term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 5 seconds and OFF for 10 seconds for 1 hour. In some examples, for example for short term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 10 minutes and OFF for 50 minutes for 1 hour. In some examples, for example for long term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 1 hour and OFF for 1 hour for 1 day. In some examples, for example for long term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 1 hour and OFF for 1 hour for 1 day. In some examples, for example for long term treatment, a duty cycle may comprise alternating ON for 1 hour and OFF for 23 hours for 1 day. The ON durations in long term treatment may include the cycling of the short term treatments. For example, if alternating ON for 1 hour and OFF for 1 hour for 1 day, the durations in which stimulation is ON for 1 hour may comprise alternating ON for 5 seconds and OFF for 5 seconds for that 1 hour. In some examples, a plurality of different ON/OFF cycles may be used during a long term ON duration, for example 10 seconds ON and 10 seconds OFF for 1 minute, then 1 minute ON and 5 minutes OFF for 10 minutes, then 10 minutes ON and 50 minutes OFF for 4 hours, for a long term ON duration of 4 hours and 11 minutes. Short term and/or long term ON/OFF cycles may be at least partially based on a patient state (e.g., awake or sleeping, laying down or upright, time since initial stimulation, etc.). 
       FIG.  33 B  is a plot of contractility versus stimulation using a threshold-based approach and an optimized duty cycle. Stimulation is turned ON and OFF for some duration. As noted above, the decay of contractility after the duration is reduced such that contractility remains above a threshold for a certain duration. This duration may be known or determined, for example by sensing contractility. The broken line in  FIG.  33 B  shows a time when the determination is made to restart the stimulation cycle for another duration. This process may be repeated for the time that the subject is being treated, until a recalibration, etc. 
       FIG.  34    is an example process flow that can be used to implement a duty cycle method, for example as described with respect to  FIGS.  33 A and  33 B . Stimulation is turned ON for 5 seconds, then OFF for 5 seconds, then repeated for 10 minutes, after which stimulation is turned OFF for one hour. The process flow of  FIG.  34    then begins. Starting with cardiac stimulation OFF, a physiologic signal is monitored. A baseline trend is stored. The current signal is checked for deviation from the trend by a physician-set threshold (e.g., less than or greater than a certain quantity, percentage, etc.). If the current signal has not deviated, the cardiac stimulation remains OFF and the physiologic signal continues to be monitored and the baseline trend stored until the current deviates. When the current deviates from the trend, cardiac stimulation is turned ON. A patient monitor report is sent to the physician. At periodic intervals, the physiologic signal is rechecked to see if the trend is back to baseline. If the trend is not back to baseline, the cardiac stimulation remains ON. If the trend is back to baseline, the cardiac stimulation is turned OFF and the process starts all over. 
     In some examples, the system comprises one or more of the following: means for modulation (e.g., an electrode or other type of stimulation catheter or delivery device), means for fixation (e.g., barbs, prongs, anchors, conical structures, or other types of fixation mechanisms), means for sensation (e.g., a sensor integral with a catheter, on a separate catheter, external to a subject), and means for calibration (e.g., predetermined or logical sequences of determining stimulation parameters). 
     Several examples of the invention are particularly advantageous because they include one, several, or all of the following benefits: (i) increasing contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., left ventricle), (ii) not affecting heart rate or affecting heart rate less than contractility and/or relaxation, (iii) providing an anchoring or fixation system to resist movement, (iv), and/or (x). 
       FIG.  35 A  schematically illustrates a mechanically repositionable electrode catheter system  3500 . The system  3500  comprises a proximal portion a handle or hub  3502 . The handle  3502  includes a mechanical repositioning system  3504  including a track or channel or groove  3510  and a knob  3512  slideable within the groove  3510 . The system  3500  further comprises a sheath  3506  and an electrode system  3508 . The electrode system  3508  may be movable in and out of the sheath  3506 .  FIG.  35 A  shows the electrode system  3508  already expanded out of the sheath  3506 . The knob  3512  is coupled to the electrode system  3508  such that longitudinal and/or rotational movement of the knob  3512  results in corresponding longitudinal and/or rotational movement of the electrode system  3508 . The sheath  3506  may be separately anchored in the vasculature, for example as described herein, such that only the electrode system  3508  moves upon movement of the knob  3512 . 
     In some examples, longitudinal movement of the knob  3512  results in the same or 1:1 longitudinal movement of the electrode system  3508 . In some examples, gears or other mechanical devices can be used to make the movement ratio more than 1:1 or less than 1:1. Pulleys and other mechanical devices can be used to reverse movement of the knob  3512 .  FIG.  35 A  shows a detent groove  3522  in the sheath  3506 , which can interact with a detent coupled to the electrode system  3508  and/or the knob  3512 , for example as described with respect to  FIG.  35 B . In  FIG.  35 A , the knob  3512  has already been longitudinally advanced enough, from a proximal position, that the electrode system  3508  is deployed out of the sheath  3506 . 
     In some examples, the electrodes of the electrode system  3508  may be stimulated to test the effect of certain pairs of electrodes. If none of the electrodes pairs has an effect, the electrode system  3508  may be moved using the repositioning system  3504  and the test rerun. In some examples, a distal-most electrode pair may have the most effect, but not as large an effect as may have been expected. The electrode system  3508  may be advanced distally to better test the effects of the electrodes distal to the original site. 
       FIG.  35 B  illustrates the catheter system  3500  of  FIG.  35 A  after longitudinal advancement. Compared to  FIG.  35 A , the knob  3512  has longitudinally advanced a distance  3514 . Movement of the knob  3512  can be manual, electronic, mechanical, combinations thereof, and the like. The electrode system  3508  has also longitudinally advanced a distance  3514 . The electrode system  3508  is coupled to a detent  3520 . For example, the detent  3520  may be coupled to a hypotube, a wire, etc. When the detent  3520  reaches a certain longitudinal position, the detent  3520  may extend into the detent groove  3522  in the sheath  3506 . The extension may produce an audible click or other identifiable sound. In some examples, a number of audible clicks (e.g., 1, 2, 3, or more) can inform the user that the electrode system  3508  is fully deployed. In some examples, the detent interaction may be indicative that an event has occurred to provide deterministic position, for example longitudinal advancement of a certain distance (e.g., a cm, an inch, etc.), longitudinal advancement enough to fully deploy the electrode system  3508 , longitudinal advancement to a rotational movement track, etc. The system  3500  may comprise multiple detents  3520  and/or multiple detent grooves  3522 . In some examples, a detent system can inhibit undesired or accidental movement of the electrode system  3508 . 
     In some examples, rotational movement of the knob  3512  or movement of the knob  3512  transverse to longitudinal movement can result in rotational movement of the electrode system  3508  in the same rotational or transverse direction. Twisting and turning of the sheath  3506  may result in a movement ratio that is not 1:1. The catheter system  3500  may comprise a rotational hard stop to limit rotational movement of the electrode system  3508 , for example as described with respect to  FIGS.  35 C and  35 D . 
       FIG.  35 C  illustrates the catheter system  3500  of  FIG.  35 A  after longitudinal advancement and rotation.  FIG.  35 D  is a cross-sectional view taken along the line  35 D- 35 D of  FIG.  35 C . Compared to  FIG.  35 A , the knob  3512  has longitudinally advanced and rotated. The electrode system  3508  has also longitudinally advanced and rotated. The rotation of the knob  3512  may be greater than the rotation of the electrode system  3508 . In some examples, the system  3500  comprises a rotational hard stop  3524 , for example in the sheath  3506 . Even if the knob  3512  was able to rotate further in the track groove  3510 , the hard stop  3524  would inhibit or prevent further rotation of the electrode system  3508 . Such a system can provide a predictable amount of rotational repositioning. The system  3500  may comprise a stop  3516  (e.g., comprising a physical barrier) or other means for inhibiting or preventing accidental or unwanted movement of the knob  3512  and/or movement of the electrode system  3508 . 
       FIG.  36 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system  3600 . The system  3600  comprises a proximal portion  3602  configured to remain out of the body of a subject and a distal portion  3604  configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion  3604  comprises an expandable structure  3620 . The proximal portion comprises a handle  3610  and an actuation mechanism  3612 . The proximal portion  3602  is coupled to the distal portion  3604  by a catheter shaft  3606 . In some examples, the system  3600  comprises a strain relief  3626  between the catheter shaft  3606  and the expandable structure  3620 . The proximal portion  3602  may comprise an adapter comprising a plurality of ports, for example the Y-adapter comprising a first Y-adapter port  3616  and a second Y-adapter port  3618 . The first Y-adapter port  3616  may be in communication with a lumen configured to allow insertion of a guidewire  3615  through the system  3600 . The second Y-adapter port  3618  may comprise an electronics connector  3619 , which can be used to couple an electrode matrix of the system  3600  to a stimulator system. 
       FIG.  36 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the catheter system  3600  of  FIG.  36 A  in a collapsed state. The illustrated portion includes part of the catheter shaft  3606 , the strain relief  3626 , and the expandable structure  3620 . The strain relief  3626  may be at least partially in a lumen of the catheter shaft  3606 . The expandable structure  3620  includes a plurality of splines  3622 . Four of the splines  3622  comprise an electrode array  3624  comprising four electrodes to form a 4×4 electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. For example, in some examples, the expandable structure  3620  comprises a mesh or membrane comprising electrodes that is stretched across two or more of the splines  3622 . The illustrated portion also includes an actuator wire  3628 , which can be coupled to the actuator mechanism  3612  to cause expansion or retraction of the expandable structure  3620 . The actuator wire  3628  may be in a lumen of the catheter shaft  3606 . A guidewire  3615  is also shown in the lumen of the actuator wire  3628 . In some examples, the actuator wire  3628  comprises a lumen capable of receiving a 0.018 inch guidewire  3615 . 
       FIG.  36 C  is a side view of a portion of the catheter system  3600  of  FIG.  36 A  in an expanded state. Operation of the actuation mechanism  3612  can cause the expandable structure  3620  to expand and contract. For example, rotation and/or longitudinal movement of the actuation mechanism  3612  can cause the actuator wire  3628  to proximally retract, which can push the splines  3622  radially outward. In some examples, the distal ends of the splines  3622  are coupled to a distal hub that is coupled to the actuator wire  3628 , and the proximal ends of the splines  3622  are coupled to a proximal hub that is coupled to the catheter shaft  3606 . In the expanded state, the expandable structure  3620  comprises splines  3622  that are spaced from each other generally parallel to a longitudinal axis at a radially outward position of the splines  3622 . The parallel orientation of the splines  3622  can provide circumferential spacing of the splines  3622 , for example in contrast to singular splines or wires that may circumferentially bunch. In some examples, the splines  3622  comprise wires having a diameter between about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm) and about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm) (e.g., about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). A frame comprising openings between arms or splines can help with fixation of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, vessel tissue can deform such that some vessel tissue enters into the openings, which can provides a good fixation. 
     In some examples, the diameter  3621  of the expandable structure  3620  in the expanded state is between about 15 mm and about 30 mm (e.g., about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 22 mm, about 24 mm, about 26 mm, about 28 mm, about 30 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the splines  3622  may be self-expanding such that the actuation mechanism  3612  or another mechanism (e.g., retraction of a sheath over the splines  3622 ) allows the splines to self-expand from a compressed state for navigation to a target site to an expanded state for treatment at the target site. In certain such examples, the diameter of the expandable structure  3620  in the expanded state may be oversized to most the intended vasculature of most subjects to ensure vessel wall apposition. In some examples, the splines  3622  may be non-self-expanding such that the splines only expand upon operation of the actuation mechanism  3612 . In some examples, the splines  3622  may be self-expanding, and the actuation mechanism  3612  may further expand the splines  3622 , which may provide an adjustable expandable structure  3620  diameter usable for a range of vessel sizes, wall apposition forces, etc. Examples in which the expandable structure  3620  does not appose the wall in the event of an error could be advantageous for safety, for example as described with respect to the system  2200 . In some examples, the wires are not fixed distally (e.g., to a distal hub), which can allow each wire to move independently, which may accommodate curvature at a deployment site. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  3620 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  36 D  schematically illustrates a side view of an example of an expandable structure  3620 . The expandable structure  3620  comprises eight splines  3622  extending from a proximal hub  3607  to a distal hub  3608 . The splines  3622  are grouped in pairs that run generally parallel to each other. Pairs of the splines  3622  may be different wires or the same wire (e.g., bent at the proximal end or the distal end), for example as described herein. The splines  3622  extend laterally and only outwardly from the proximal hub  3607  at a first angle to the longitudinal axis  3671 , or parallel to the longitudinal axis  3671  and then bend to form the first angle after a short length. The splines  3622  continue at that angle for a first length  3675 . In some examples, an angle between the longitudinal axis  3671  and the first length  3675  is between about 10° and about 60° (e.g., about 10°, about 20°, about 30°, about 40°, about 50°, about 60°, ranges between such values, etc.). 
     After the first length  3675 , the splines  3622  of each pair of parallel splines circumferentially diverge at second angles from an axis aligned with the splines along the first length  3675 , coming out of plane with the longitudinal axis  3671 . The second angles may be the same or different. After a short length, the splines  3622  bend again at third angles relative to the axis of the first length  3675  to return the splines  3622  to being parallel with each other. The third angles may be the same or different. In some examples, a difference between the second angles and a difference between the third angles are complementary. The splines  3622  are parallel for a second length  3676  at a fourth angle with the longitudinal axis  3671 , the fourth angle being about 0°. In some examples, an angle between the first length  3675  and the second length  3676  is between about 120° and about 170° (e.g., about 120°, about 130°, about 140°, about 150°, about 160°, about 170°, ranges between such values, etc.). 
     After the second length  3676 , the splines  3622  bend at fifth angles coming out of plane with the longitudinal axis  3671  for a short distance until the splines  3622  converge. The fifth angles may be the same or different. In some examples, one or both of the fifth angles is the same as one or both of the third angles. After the splines  3622  converge, the splines  3622  bend at seventh angles, which return the splines  3622  to being parallel with each other and coming into plane with the longitudinal axis  3671  for a third length  3677 , still at the fifth angle with respect to the longitudinal axis  3671 . In some examples, an angle between the longitudinal axis  3671  and the third length  3677  is between about 10° and about 60° (e.g., about 10°, about 20°, about 30°, about 40°, about 50°, about 60°, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, an angle between the third length  3677  and the second length  3676  is between about 120° and about 170° (e.g., about 120°, about 130°, about 140°, about 150°, about 160°, about 170°, ranges between such values, etc.). The first length  3665  may be the same as or different from the third length  3667 . After the third length  3677 , the splines  3622  bend into the distal hub  3608  at the fifth angle or bend to extend into the distal hub  3608  parallel to the longitudinal axis  3671 . 
     The angles described herein may refer to the shape of the expandable structure  3620  in the absence of forces. Forces applied by a sheath and/or actuator wire  3628  may increase or decrease the angles. For example, restraint of the expandable structure  3620  in a sheath may reduce the angles of the first length  3675  and the third length  3677  relative to the longitudinal axis  3671 . For another example, longitudinal extension of the distal hub  3608  relative to the proximal hub  3607  (e.g., by distally advancing the actuator wire  3628 ) may reduce the angles of the first length  3675  and the third length  3677  relative to the longitudinal axis  3671 . For yet another example, longitudinal retraction of the distal hub  3608  relative to the proximal hub  3607  (e.g., by proximally retracting the actuator wire  3628 ) may increase the angles of the first length  3675  and the third length  3677  relative to the longitudinal axis  3671 . 
     The area created by the pairs of splines  3622  diverging, being parallel, and then converging, may be a cell. The splines  3622  may comprise electrodes along at least the second length  3672 . This pattern may be produced using any number of splines  3622 . Other bend patterns are also possible. For example, the splines  3622  may bend to become parallel with the longitudinal axis  3671  before diverging and/or remain parallel with the longitudinal axis  3671  until converging and/or may converge and/or diverge at a non-parallel angle to the first length  3675  and the second length  3677 . For another example, the splines  3622  may diverge along the first length  3675  and/or converge along the third length  3677 . For yet another example, a single wire may be bent back and forth to form the splines  3622 . For still another example, the bends may be more gently curved than angular. The elongated contact between the splines  3622  along the second length  3676  and the vessel walls can inhibit or prevent wobble of the longitudinal axis  3671  of the expandable structure  3620 . In some examples, the expandable structure  3620  comprises parallel portions for splines  3622  that comprise electrodes, but splines  3622  that do not comprise electrodes, for example splines  3622  that are used for vessel wall apposition, may comprise parallel wires, non-parallel wires, wires with other shapes, wires with different diameters, different numbers of wires (e.g., more or fewer), etc. In certain such examples, the expandable structure  3620  may be radially and/or circumferentially asymmetrical. 
       FIG.  36 E  schematically illustrates a side view of another example of an expandable structure  3630 . The portions of the splines  3632  of the expandable structure  3630  comprising electrodes (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  36 C ) are radially inward from an outer diameter in the expanded state. The intersection of the recessed portions and the outer diameter can create anchor points  3634 , which can help to secure the position of the expandable structure  3630 . In some examples, an expandable structure  3620  may take the shape of the expandable structure  3630 . 
       FIG.  36 F  schematically illustrates a side view of still another example of an expandable structure  3640 . The portions of the splines  3642  of the expandable structure  3640  comprising electrodes (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  36 C ) protrude radially outward or are crowned in the expanded state. In some examples, an expandable structure  3640  may take the shape of the expandable structure  3620 , for example because the generally straight vessel wall may straighten the portions of the splines  3642 . A crowned expandable structure  3640  may counteract forces on an expandable structure  3620  that may result in the shape of the expandable structure  3630  in a vessel, which may increase apposition area and/or reduce longitudinal wobble. 
       FIG.  36 G  schematically illustrates a perspective view of yet another example of an expandable structure  3650 . The expandable structures  3620 ,  3630 ,  3640  are illustrated as having splines  3622 ,  3632 ,  3642  that are parallel until diverging to form the parallel portions. The expandable structure  3650  comprises twisted wires  3652  rather than parallel wires, which can make the expandable structure  3650  stiffer while still providing some amount of movement as the wires are able to slightly slide along and around each other. A stiffer expandable structure  3650  may help with circumferential spacing of the parallel portions and electrodes of the electrode matrix. In some examples, wires of the expandable structure  3650  or the expandable structures  3620 ,  3630 ,  3640  can be coupled (e.g., using a coupling structure), crimped, welded, soldered, adhered, combinations thereof, and the like, which can also or alternatively increase stiffness. 
       FIG.  36 H  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure pattern. The pattern is also illustrated in the expandable structures  3620 ,  3630 ,  3640 , and includes parallel portions having proximal starting and distal ending points that are generally circumferentially aligned. Circumferential alignment may reduce manufacturing complexity, for example because the expandable structure  3620  is symmetrical so the same tooling and setup may be used to shape each wire. Circumferential alignment may provide electrode matrix flexibility, for example if each of the splines comprises the same electrode array such that any rotational position is acceptable. 
       FIG.  36 I  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. The middle parallel portions have proximal starting and distal ending points that are shifted distally from the proximal starting and distal ending points, respectively, of the top and bottom parallel portions. Staggering the starting and/or ending points can allow the splines to nest in a collapsed state, which can reduce system diameter. Staggering the starting and/or ending points can reduce the chances that an electrode may snag during expansion and/or collapse of the expandable structure. 
       FIG.  36 J  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. The middle parallel portions have proximal starting points that are shifted proximally and distal ending points that are shifted distally from the proximal starting and distal ending points, respectively, of the top and bottom parallel portions. Staggering the starting and/or ending points can allow the splines to nest in a collapsed state, which can reduce system diameter. Staggering the starting and/or ending points can reduce the chances that an electrode may snag during expansion and/or collapse of the expandable structure. 
       FIG.  36 K  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. The wires includes parallel portions as in the expandable structures  3620 ,  3630 ,  3640 , and the portions of the wires proximal and distal to the parallel portions do not circumferentially converge for each set of parallel portions. Wires that do not converge or wires that converge less or partially (e.g., at one end of each set of parallel portions) can reduce forces (e.g., rotational or twisting forces) that may otherwise cause uneven spacing of the parallel portions in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  36 L  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. The parallel portions comprise a third non-diverging spline between the diverging parallel portions. In examples in which each of the splines includes electrodes, a third spline can increase the number of rows in an electrode matrix and/or provide more flexibility in electrode positioning. More or fewer wires or splines are also possible. Some or all of the wires or splines may include electrodes and/or may be coupled to a membrane or mesh comprising electrodes. 
       FIG.  36 M  schematically illustrates another example of an expandable structure pattern. As opposed to comprising a plurality of wires, the splines comprise flat surfaces of a cut hypotube. In some examples, a plurality of electrodes is positioned on an outer side of one or more splines. A wide variety of cut patterns are possible. For example, splines comprising electrodes may be shaped to correspond to the electrode shapes and/or pattern. In some examples, the splines may comprise flat wires (e.g., having a rectangular cross-section). In some examples, the splines may comprise U-shaped wires (e.g., as described herein). 
       FIG.  36 N  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure. The expandable structure comprises a mesh  3660  coupled to the splines. The mesh  3660  may comprise an electrode matrix in accordance with the disclosure herein. In some examples, a first circumferential edge of the mesh  3660  may be coupled to a first spline and a second circumferential edge of the mesh  3660  may be coupled to a second spline such that the remainder of the mesh can slide with respect to other splines. 
       FIG.  36 O  schematically illustrates an example of an expandable structure pattern. The splines comprise a sinusoidal or wave or undulating or zig-sag shape. The undulating wires may provide more flexibility in electrode positioning. For example, electrodes may be placed at peaks, troughs, and/or rising or falling portions. The undulating wires may provide better wall apposition than parallel portions due to more surface area contact with the vessel wall. 
       FIG.  36 P  schematically illustrates a side view of an example of an expandable structure  3660 .  FIG.  36 Q  is a proximal end view of the expandable structure  3660  of  FIG.  36 P . The expandable structure  3660  comprises ten splines  3662  extending from a proximal hub  3663  to a distal hub  3664 . The splines  3662  are grouped in pairs that run generally parallel to each other. Pairs of the splines  3662  may be different wires or the same wire (e.g., bent at the proximal end or the distal end), for example as described herein. The splines  3622  may each have a proximal starting point and distal ending point that are not circumferentially aligned. The splines  3662  extend from the proximal hub  3663  at a first angle to the longitudinal axis  3661 , or straight and then bend to the first angle after a short length. The splines simultaneously extend in a circumferential direction at a second angle relative to a circumferential origin. The splines  3662  continue at those angles for a first length  3665 . After the first length  3665 , half of the splines  3662 , one from each pair of parallel splines  3662 , bends in a circumferential direction at a third angle greater than the second angle, and the other half of the splines  3662 , the other from each pair of parallel splines  3662 , bends at a fourth angle opposite the second angle. These bends cause the pairs of splines  3662  to circumferentially diverge. 
     After a short length, the splines  3622  bend again, at a fifth angle and a sixth angle, so that the pairs of splines  3662  are parallel to each other, at a seventh angle  3668  relative to the longitudinal axis  3661 , for a second length  3666 . The second length  3666  may be the same as or different than (e.g., greater than) the first length  3665 . The seventh angle  3668  may be the same as or different than the first angle. The seventh angle  3668  may be between about 5° and about 60° (e.g., about 5°, about 10°, about 15°, about 20°, about 25°, about 30°, about 35°, about 40°, about 45°, about 50°, about 55°, about 60°, ranges between such values, etc.). After the second length  3666 , the splines  3662  again bend in opposite circumferential directions, at an eight angle and an ninth angle opposite to the seventh angle, to circumferentially converge at a tenth angle relative to the longitudinal axis  3661 . The areas created by the pairs of splines  3662  diverging, being parallel, and then converging, may be a cell. The splines  3662  may comprise electrodes along at least the second length  3666 . The tenth angle may be the same or different as the first angle. After a short length, the splines  3662  bend again, at an eleventh angle and a twelfth angle, so that the pairs of splines  3662  are again parallel to each other, at the tenth angle relative to the longitudinal axis  3661  and a thirteenth angle relative to the circumferential origin, for a third length  3667 . The third length  3667  may be the same as or different than the first length  3665 . The second length  3666  may be the same as or different than (e.g., less than) the second length  3666 . In the example illustrated in  FIG.  36 P , the first length  3665  is about the same as the third length  3667 , and the second length  3666  is greater than each of the first length  3665  and the third length  3667 . The thirteenth angle may be the same as or different than the seventh angle. The thirteenth angle may be the same as or different than the second angle. The splines  3662  extend into distal hub  3664  at the tenth angle relative to the longitudinal axis  3661  and the thirteenth angle relative to the circumferential origin, or bend to extend straight into the distal hub  3664 . 
     The starting proximal point and distal ending point for each spline  3622  may be circumferentially offset, for example depending on the bend angles and lengths. This pattern may be produced using any number of splines  3662 . Splines  3662  at an angle to the longitudinal axis  3661  may provide better wall apposition than splines that extend parallel to the longitudinal axis, for example due to increased surface area contact with the vessel wall. Although the expandable structure  3660  may be considered an angled, 5-pair version of the expandable structure  3620 , for example, any of the expandable structures described herein may be angled as appropriate. In some examples, the splines  3662  may be shape set to be angled. In some examples, the splines  3662  may be angled during use, for example by rotating the distal hub  3664  relative to the proximal hub  3663 . 
     Combinations of the expandable structure patterns described herein and other expandable structure patterns are also possible. For example, an expandable structure may comprise longitudinal offset and three wires. For another example, an expandable structure may comprise longitudinal offset and undulating wires. In some examples, an anchor (e.g., barb) may be integrated with splines of an expandable structure. 
       FIG.  37 A  is a perspective view of an example of catheter system  3700 . The catheter system  3700  may share at least some similar features with the catheter system  3600  and/or other catheter systems described herein. The system  3700  comprises a proximal portion  3702  configured to remain out of the body of a subject and a distal portion  3704  configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion  3704  comprises an expandable structure  3720 . The proximal portion comprises a handle  3710 . A catheter shaft assembly  3706  extends from the handle  3710  to the proximal end of the expandable structure  3720 . An actuation tube  3728  extends from the handle  3710  through the catheter shaft assembly  3706  to the distal end of the expandable structure  3720 . The proximal end  3702  further comprises an electrical socket  3799 , which is configured to connect to an electrical plug of a neurostimulator (e.g., radiofrequency generator or other appropriate source depending on the stimulation or ablation modality). 
       FIG.  37 B  schematically illustrates a side view of expandable structure  3720  and  FIG.  37 C  shows a proximal end view of expandable structure  3720 . The expandable structure  3720  includes a plurality of splines  3722  extending from a proximal hub  3740  to a distal hub  3750 . Some splines  3722  of the expandable structure  3720  may include electrodes  3724  configured to stimulate a target nerve. Some of the splines  3722  may be devoid of, free from, or not include electrodes  3724 . In some examples, the expandable structure  3720  includes ten splines  3722 , of which four circumferentially adjacent splines  3722  each comprise five electrodes  3724 . The splines  3722  may comprise proximal segments, intermediate segments, and distal segments. The intermediate segments may be configured to extend radially outward when the expandable structure  3720  is in a self-expanded state. The proximal segment of a spline  3722  may form a first angle with the intermediate segment and the distal segment may form a second angle with the intermediate segment. In some examples, the proximal segment and distal segment may be straight and the intermediate segment may be convex, bending radially outward. In some examples, the proximal segment and distal segment may be straight and the intermediate segment may be concave, bending radially inward. In some examples, the proximal segment, intermediate segment, and distal segment may all be straight. Splines  3722  which comprise electrodes  3724  may comprise proximal segments and distal segments devoid of electrodes  3724 . The splines  3722  may further comprise proximal transitional segments, joining the proximal segments and intermediate segments, and distal transitional segments, joining the intermediate segments and distal segments. 
     The splines  3722  comprising electrodes  3724  may be configured to extend outwardly on one side of a plane crossing a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  3720 . The splines  3722  not comprising electrodes  3724  may be configured to extend outwardly on a second side of the plane opposite the one side. For example, the splines  3722  not comprising electrodes  3724  illustrated in  FIG.  37 C  could be less circumferentially spaced to be on the same side of a plane crossing the longitudinal axis at the center of the expandable structure  3720 . The splines  3722  comprising electrodes  3724  may circumferentially occupy less than 180° on the one side. For example, the splines  3722  comprising electrodes  3724  may circumferentially occupy about 30° to about 170° (e.g., about 30°, about 45°, about 60°, about 90°, about 100°, about 110°, about 120°, about 150°, about 170°, ranges between such values, etc.). The four splines  3722  comprising electrodes  3724  illustrated in  FIG.  37 C  circumferentially occupy about 110°. 
     Other numbers of splines  3722  comprising electrodes  3724  are also possible. For example, all of the splines  3722  or a subset of the splines  3722  (e.g., 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 of the splines  3722 ) may comprise an electrode  3724 . In examples comprising more than 10 splines, more than 10 splines may comprise an electrode. All of the splines  3722  or a percentage of the splines  3722  (e.g., 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, or 100% of the splines  3722 ) may comprise an electrode  3724 . The splines  3722  that comprise an electrode  3724  may be circumferentially adjacent or have one or more non-electrode splines  3722  therebetween. 
     The splines  3722  may comprise between one electrode  3724  and twenty electrodes  3724  (e.g., 1 electrode, 2 electrodes, 3 electrodes, 4 electrodes, 5 electrodes, 6 electrodes, 7 electrodes, 8 electrodes, 9 electrodes, 10 electrodes, 15 electrodes, 20 electrodes, ranges between such values, etc.). More electrodes  3724  can provide more stimulation options and/or more targeted nerve capture. Fewer electrodes  3724  can reduce the number of electrical connectors, which can reduce device profile and/or reduce valuable device volume taken by electrical connectors. 
       FIG.  37 D  is a perspective view of a wire bent to form a spline pair  3727 . A single wire may be bent at a bend  3725  to form a spline pair  3727  comprising a first spline  3722 A from a first portion of the wire and a second spline  3722 B from a second portion of the wire. The bend  3725  may be positioned at the proximal end of the spline pair  3727 , such that a proximal-facing end of the spline pair  3727  is an atraumatic bend as opposed to possibly traumatic wire ends. The bend  3725  may be positioned at the distal end of the spline pair  3727 . The spline pair  3727  may be formed with two or more individual wires positioned in the same configuration, for example coupled by welding, soldering, etc. The splines  3722 A,  3722 B may each comprise a different wire. The wires may be coupled, for example at a proximal end, or not coupled. One or both ends of the wires may be bent to be atraumatic. The spline pair  3727  may be shaped with two generally parallel splines  3722  which run alongside each other at their proximal and distal ends (e.g., along proximal and distal segments) but are separated by a greater distance along a central portion (e.g., an intermediate segment). As best seen in  FIG.  37 C , the splines  3722  circumferentially diverge at the beginning and end of a central portion of the spline  3722  (e.g., along proximal transitional segments and distal transitional segments) as they continue to extend radially outward. The convergence and divergence of the splines  3722  forms two short lengths during which the splines  3722  in a spline pair  3727  are not parallel. The splines  3722  of a spline pair  3727  run parallel within their central portions to form a generally hexagonal shape. The splines  3722  may share features with any of the patterns or configurations of expandable structures disclosed herein or variations thereof. As non-limiting examples, the central portions of the splines  3722  may be substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  3720 , for example as shown in  FIG.  36 H , curve radially inward, for example as shown in  FIG.  36 E , radially outward, for example as shown in  FIG.  36 F , and/or have other configurations. 
     Some splines  3722  of the expandable structure  3720  may not include or lack or be devoid of or be free of electrodes  3724 . After inserting the splines  3722  without electrodes  3724  through the proximal hub  3740 , the splines  3722  may be wrapped with heat shrink tubing  3721 , for example along their parallel and adjacent proximal and distal portions. The heat shrink tubing  3721  is then shrunk by heating. The heat shrink tubing  3721  may comprise, for example, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or another suitable material. The heat shrink tubing  3721  can help inhibit rotation of the wrapped portions of the splines  3722  of a spline pair  3727  relative to each other. If the expandable structure  3720  is retracted through the pulmonary valve in an expanded state, the heat shrink tubing  3721  along the proximal portion of the splines  3722  may provide a more favorable proximally-facing surface than the splines  3722  for interaction with the valve tissue. 
     The wires forming the splines  3722  may be formed from a shape memory alloy such as Nitinol. In such cases, the wires are heated and programmed into a desired memory shape, such as the configuration depicted in  FIG.  37 D , then rapidly cooled. The wires may then be deformed as needed and inserted through the spline lumens  3745  and will return to their predetermined memory shape upon heating above a transition temperature. Once the wire is threaded through two adjacent spline lumens  3745  and returned to its programmed conformation, including the spline bend  3725  in the wire, the spline pair  3727  may be pulled distally until the spline bend snaps into place within a recess  3747  behind a proximal hub step  3748  ( FIG.  37 G ). 
       FIG.  37 E  is a perspective view of a spline pair  3727 . The spline pair  3727  comprises five electrodes  3724  positioned across the central portion of each splines  3722 A,  3722 B. The two splines  3722 A,  3722 B of a single spline pair  3727  may each comprise an electrode  3724 , may each be devoid of electrodes  3724 , or one of the splines  3722 A,  3722 B may comprise an electrode  3724  while the other of the splines  3722 A,  3722 B is devoid of electrodes. 
       FIG.  37 F  is an expanded view of the distal end of the spline pair  3727  of  FIG.  37 E . The splines  3722  comprising an electrode  3724  may be at least partially covered by a lining  3729 , for example not at the proximal end and/or distal end. The lining  3729  may comprise PTFE. In examples in which the inner surfaces of the electrodes  3724  are not insulated, the lining  3729  may electrically insulate the splines  3722  from the electrodes  3724 , which can inhibit cross-talk, activation of unintended electrodes, inefficient operation due to electrical leakage, etc. In examples in which the inner surfaces of the electrodes  3724  are insulated or other circumstances, the lining  3729  may be omitted. The splines  3722  not comprising an electrode  3724  may be free of a lining  3729 , for example to provide better vessel wall apposition that is not prone to sliding. After inserting the splines  3722  through the proximal hub  3740 , which may be before or after lining, lined spline wires may be wrapped with a spline tube  3723  that joins the two splines  3722 A,  3722 B of a spline pair  3727  at their proximal and distal ends. The spline tube  3723  may comprise two adjacent, yet, distinct lumens for each spline  3722  or it may comprise a single (e.g., oblong) lumen at its proximal and distal ends for receiving both splines. The spline tube  3723  may split at the proximal and distal points where the splines  3722 A,  3722 B diverge and cover each spline  3722 A,  3722 B individually along its central portion, such that the spline tube  3723  has two Y-shaped ends. Being spaced at the central portion of a spline pair  3727  may reduce the risk of thrombosis and/or provide better wall apposition by allowing the splines  3722  to abut the wall at circumferential points. The spline tube  3723  may span the expanse between the central portions of the splines  3722 , which may provide a wider variety of electrode  3724  configurations (e.g., as described with respect to  FIG.  4 C ) and/or provide better wall apposition by providing more apposition surface area. A plurality of spline tubes  3723  may be used, for example, one spline tube  3723  for each spline  3722 . Spline tubes  3723  may optionally be coupled, for example at proximal and distal portions of a spline pair  3727 . Spline tubes  3723  may be sized to be touching but not coupled. The spline tube  3723  may inhibit rotation of splines  3722 A,  3722 B of a spline pair  3727  relative to each other. 
     The individual electrodes  3724  may be generally cylindrical surrounding the circumference of central portions of the splines  3722 . Other types and configurations of electrodes  3724  are also possible. For example, the electrodes  3724  may extend only partially around the circumference of the splines  3722  such that they face the outer diameter of the expandable structure  3720  (e.g., as described with respect to the electrode  4403 ). 
     The expandable structure  3720  may comprise five spline pairs  3727  spaced about the circumference of the expandable structure. The spline pairs  3727  may be evenly circumferentially spaced (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  37 C ). Some of the spline pairs  3727  may be circumferentially clustered. For example, spline pairs  3727  comprising electrodes  3724  may be on a first side of a plane intersecting the longitudinal axis and spline pairs without electrodes  3724  may be on a second side of the plane opposite the first side. Two circumferentially adjacent spline pairs  3727  may each comprise a set of electrodes  3724 , such as five electrodes  3724  per spline  3722 , to form a 4×5 array of twenty electrodes  3724 . 
       FIGS.  37 Fi - 37 Fiii illustrate an example of electrical movement of electrodes. The expandable structure  3720 , or other expandable members described herein, is expanded in a vessel. The electrodes may be selectively activated, for example as described herein, to determine a combination that stimulates the target nerve. In  FIG.  37 Fi , two electrodes in the first column have been found to capture a target nerve when activated. After some duration of treatment, stimulation of the target nerve may not be as effective as during the original selection. One option would be to contract, reposition, and reexpand the expandable structure  3720 , and then repeat the selective activation process. Another non-mutually exclusive option is to electrically move the expandable structure  3720  to better capture the target nerve. In FIG.  37 Fii, two electrodes in the fourth column have been found to capture the target nerve when activated. Changing the stimulation from the electrodes in the first column to the electrodes in the fourth column effectively moves or longitudinally shifts the expandable structure  3720  by the distance  3701 . In FIG.  37 Fiii, two electrodes in the first column but in the second and third rows have been found to capture the target nerve when activated. Changing the stimulation to these electrodes effectively circumferentially rotates the expandable structure  3720  by the distance  3703 . Combinations of effective longitudinal movement and circumferential rotation are also possible. Although illustrated as bipolar operation in which two electrodes have opposite charges, monopolar operation (e.g., stimulation of one or more electrodes with the same charge in combination with a return electrode that is not an electrode of the electrode array (e.g., a chest pad, on a proximal portion of the catheter system  3700 , on a separate catheter, etc.) is also possible. Although illustrated as simple bipolar operation for ease of explanation, guarded bipolar operation and other techniques are also compatible with electrical movement. Factors that may affect the precision with which an electrode array can capture a target nerve may include the total number of electrodes  3724 , the span and shape of an electrode array, the proportioning of electrodes  3724  on individual splines  3722 , the spacing of electrodes  3724  across the lengths of the splines  3722 , and the circumferential spacing of the splines  3722 , etc. An electrode array configured to allow electrical movement may advantageously reduce or eliminate physical or mechanical repositioning the expandable structure  3720 , which could include contracting, moving, and reexpanding the expandable structure  3720 . Physical movement can cause adverse events such as ischemic stroke (e.g., by causing debris to float loose or promoting thrombosis), damage to the vessel wall (e.g., promoting stenosis), etc. Physical movement can be time consuming, during which the subject may not be being treated. 
     Referring again to  FIG.  37 B , the expandable structure  3720  comprises a proximal hub  3740  and distal hub  3750  from which the splines  3722  extend. The proximal hub  3740  may comprise stainless steel or another suitable material. The distal hub  3750  may comprise stainless steel or another suitable material. The proximal hub  3740  and the distal hub  3750  may comprise the same material or different materials. 
       FIG.  37 G  is a perspective view of an example of a proximal hub  3740  of an expandable structure (e.g., the expandable structure  3720 ).  FIG.  37 H  schematically illustrates a side cross-sectional view of the proximal hub  3740  of  FIG.  37 G . The proximal hub  3740  may comprise a biocompatible material such as, for example, stainless steel, nitinol, plastic, etc. The proximal hub  3740  may comprise a proximal portion  3741  and a distal portion  3742 . The distal portion  3742  has a larger diameter than the proximal portion  3741  and may taper at its distal end to form a partially rounded surface  3749 . A central lumen  3743  extends through both the proximal portion  3741  and the distal portion  3742 , providing a channel from the proximal end of the proximal hub  3740  to the distal end of the proximal hub  3740  through which an actuation tube  3728  may slidingly extend. Although illustrated as having a circular cross-section, the central lumen  3743  may have other cross-sectional shapes (e.g., oval, arcuate, polygonal, etc.). The central lumen  3743  may include a lubricious coating or liner (e.g., comprising PTFE). 
     The proximal portion  3741  may be radially inward of the distal portion  3742 . In some examples, a difference in diameter or outer dimension of the proximal portion  3741  and the distal portion  3742  may be approximately the thickness of a hinge  3726 , which can allow the proximal hub  3740  to be coupled to a hinge  3726  while maintaining a uniform outer sheath  3711  ( FIG.  37 O ) diameter if the outer sheath  3711  overlaps the distal portion  3742 . In some examples, a difference in diameter or outer dimension of the proximal portion  3741  and the distal portion  3742  may be approximately the thickness of a hinge  3726  plus the thickness of an outer sheath  3711 , which can allow the proximal hub  3740  to be coupled to a hinge  3726  while maintaining a uniform diameter if the outer sheath  3711  abuts the distal portion  3742 . Other differences may be appropriate for other types of catheter shafts, for example not including a hinge  3711 . 
     A plurality of peripheral lumens  3744  extends through both the proximal portion  3741  and distal portion  3742 , providing a plurality of peripheral channels from the proximal end of the proximal hub  3740  to the distal end of proximal hub  3740  through which electrical connectors may extend and/or through which fluid may flow. The peripheral lumens  3744  may be radially outward of the central lumen  3743 . The peripheral lumens  3744  may have a smaller diameter than the central lumen  3743 . The peripheral lumens  3744  may each have the same diameter or at least one of the peripheral lumens  3744  may have a different diameter. Although illustrated as having a circular cross-section, the peripheral lumens  3744  may have other cross-sectional shapes (e.g., oval, arcuate, polygonal, etc.). The peripheral lumens  3744  may each have the same shape or at least one of the peripheral lumens  374  may have a different shape. For example, peripheral lumens  3744  configured for an electrical connector to extend therethrough may have one diameter or shape and peripheral lumens  3744  configured to deliver fluid may have another diameter or shape. Although the proximal hub  3740  is illustrated as having five peripheral lumens  3744 , other quantities of peripheral lumens  3744  are also possible. For example, the proximal hub  3740  may include at least one peripheral lumen  3744  per spline pair  3727 , at least one peripheral lumen  3744  per spline  3722 , at least one peripheral lumen  3744  per spline  3722  comprising an electrode, at least one peripheral lumen  3744  per spline pair  3727  comprising an electrode, at least one peripheral lumen  3744  per electrical connector, etc. Although the proximal hub  3740  is illustrated as having five peripheral lumens  3744  equally spaced about the circumference of the proximal hub  3740 , other arrangements of the peripheral lumens  3744  are also possible. Some peripheral lumens  3744  may be circumferentially bunched or grouped or clustered. For example, peripheral lumens  3744  configured for an electrical connector to extend therethrough may be circumferentially clustered and peripheral lumens  3744  configured to deliver fluid may be substantially equally circumferentially spaced about the remainder of the proximal hub  3740 . A proximal hub  3740  comprising peripheral lumens  3744  that each have the same size, shape, and spacing may provide manufacturing flexibility and/or adaptability to a variety of designs. A proximal hub  3740  comprising at least one peripheral lumen  3744  having a different size, shape, and/or spacing may provide enhanced performance for a type of design. 
     The distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740  may comprise spline lumens  3745 . One or more splines  3722  may be positioned in each spline lumen  3745 . In an example method of manufacture, a wire may be bent, for example as shown in  FIG.  37 D . The free ends of the wire may be inserted into the proximal ends of the spline lumens  3745  and then advanced distally until the bend  3725  contacts or is proximate to the proximal end of the distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740 . The bend  3725  in each spline pair  3727  can inhibit or prevent the spline pair  3727  from sliding distally because it contacts the proximal end of the distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740 . 
     The proximal portion  3741  may include recesses  3747  configured to accommodate or receive portions of splines  3722  extending proximal to the proximal end of the distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740 . The portions of the splines  3722  may comprise the bends  3725 . The portions of the splines  3722  may comprise the free ends of the splines  3722 , which may optionally be bent, for example to an atraumatic shape. If the recesses  3747  are flattened portions of an otherwise arcuate proximal portion  3741 , the segment between the recesses  3747  and the radially outward surface may form steps  3748 . The proximal portion  3740  may comprise one recess  3747  and one step  3748  per spline pair  3727 . The proximal portion  3740  may comprise one recess  3747  and one step  3748  per two splines  3722 , whether or not in a spline pair  3727 . The proximal portion  3740  may comprise one recess  3747  and one step  3748  per spline  3722 . The proximal portion  3740  may comprise one arcuate recess  3747  around or substantially around the circumference of the proximal portion  3740 . The proximal portion  3740  may comprise one or more arcuate recesses  3747  for splines  3722  comprising an electrode  3724  and one or more recesses  3747  for splines  3722  lacking an electrode  3724 . 
     The steps  3748  may limit the proximal motion of the proximal ends of the splines  3722 . In implementations comprising a bend  3725 , if the splines  3722  came out of the recesses  3747 , then the surfaces that might interact with a vessel wall during retraction of an expandable structure  3720  comprising the splines  3722  and proximal hub  3740  would be atraumatic, and thus may not be prone to puncturing or otherwise adversely affecting the vessel. If the distal ends of the splines  3722  were straight wires and came out of the distal hub  3750 , then the surfaces that might interact with a vessel wall during proximal retraction would be facing distally, the direction opposite retraction, and thus may not be prone to puncturing or otherwise adversely affecting the vessel. If the splines  3722  of the expandable structure  3720  have a portion that is bent radially outward, then the proximal and distal ends of the splines  3722  may be biased to be radially inward of an outward surface, and thus may not be prone to puncturing or otherwise adversely affecting the vessel. 
     The splines  3722  may be slidingly engaged with the spline lumens  3745 . Upon proximal retraction of an actuation tube  3728 , the steps  3748  may provide a counter force against the proximal ends of the splines  3722 , forcing the splines  3722  to bend radially outward. The radially outward configuration may be different, for example, than an expanded configuration provided by shape memory. The splines  3722  may be fixably coupled to the spline lumens  3745 . In certain such implementations, the interaction between the splines  3722  and the spline lumens  3745 , independent of recesses  3747 , steps  3748 , and/or the proximal end of the distal section  3742  of the proximal hub  3740 , can inhibit proximal and distal motion of the splines  3722  relative to the hub  3740 . In some examples, friction between the splines  3722  and the spline lumens  3745  may provide additional or alternative counter force. The bends  3725  in the spline pairs  3727  form atraumatic proximal ends, which can be less dangerous to vasculature in a device failure scenario that results in the proximal ends of the splines  3722  coming free or misaligned such that they inadvertently contact the walls of the blood vessel. The spline pairs  3727  may be formed from individual wires or wires comprising a bend at their distal ends. In certain such examples, the splines  3722  may comprise a proximal bend or loop, the splines  3722  may be fixably coupled to the spline lumens  3745 , and/or the splines lumens  3755  may comprise channels that are closed off at their proximal ends. The distal end of the distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740  may be tapered such that the distal end of spline lumens  3745  open at an angle to a rounded surface  3749 . The angled open ends of the spline lumens  3745  at their distal ends may allow the splines  3722  to more easily bend radially outward, which may reduce stress on the wire when adopting an expanded configuration. 
       FIG.  37 I  is a perspective view of a distal end of the proximal hub  3740  of  FIG.  37 G . The wires or leads or conductors  3712  connecting the electrodes  3724  to the electrical socket  3799  may extend through the peripheral lumens  3744  of the proximal hub  3740 . As illustrated in  FIG.  37 I , the conductors  3712  may be apportioned between the peripheral lumens  3744  such that the conductors  3712  for all of the electrodes of one or more splines  3722  extend through the same peripheral lumen  3744 . For example, if the expandable structure  3720  comprises two adjacent spline pairs  3727  each comprising five electrodes  3724 , the five conductors  3712 A connected to the electrodes  3724  of a first spline  3722  may extend through a first peripheral lumen  3744 A, the five conductors  3712 B connected to the electrodes  3724  of a second spline  3722  in a spline pair  3727  with the first spline  3722  may extend through a second peripheral lumen  3744 B, the five conductors  3712 C connected to the electrodes  3724  of a third spline  3722  may extend through the second peripheral lumen  3744 B, and the five conductors  3712 D connected to the electrodes  3724  of a fourth spline  3722  in a spline pair  3727  with the third spline  3722  may extend through a third peripheral lumen  3744 C. A fourth peripheral lumen  3744 D and a fifth peripheral lumen  3744 E may be free of conductors  3712 . Other distributions of conductors  3712  in peripheral lumens  3744  are also possible. For another example, all of the conductors  3712  may extend through one peripheral lumen  3744 . For yet another example, all of the conductors  3712  for each spline  3722  may extend through one peripheral lumen  3744  that is different for each spline  3722 . For still another example, all of the conductors  3712  for two splines  3722  (e.g., in a spline pair  3727 ) may extend through one peripheral lumen  3744 . A peripheral lumen  3744  free from conductors  3712  may be circumferentially between two peripheral lumens  3744  with conductors  3712  extending therethrough. Fluid flow through a peripheral lumen  3744  may be inversely proportional to the number of conductors  3712  occupying the peripheral lumen  3744 , such that more fluid flows through peripheral lumens  3744  with fewer conductors  3712 . Fluid flow through the device  3700  is described in further detail herein. 
       FIG.  37 J  schematically illustrates a side cross-sectional view of an example of a distal hub  3750  of an expandable structure (e.g., the expandable structure  3720 ). The distal hub  3750  may comprise a biocompatible material such as, for example, stainless steel, nitinol, plastic, etc. The distal ends of splines  3722  extend into the distal hub  3750 . The distal hub  3750  may be generally cylindrical in shape, and may include an atraumatic (e.g., rounded) distal end  3754  and/or a tapered proximal end  3756 . The tapered end  3756  may create angled open faces on the proximal end of the channels  3755  which allow the inserted splines  3722  to more easily bend in achieving an expanded configuration. The distal hub  3750  may comprise a central lumen  3753  configured to receive an actuator tube  3728 . The actuator tube  3728  may be inserted into or through the central lumen  3753  and fixably coupled to the distal lumen  3753  by any suitable means, such as adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The distal hub  3750  comprises a plurality of recesses  3755  configured to receive the distal ends of the splines  3722 . A recess  3755  may have the same shape as the distal end of a spline  3722 , for example being elongate and cylindrical. The distal hub  3750  may comprise a plurality of recesses  3755  each configured to receive the distal end of one spline  3722 . The splines  3722  may be rigidly affixed to the distal hub  3750  by welding the distal hub  3750  after the distal ends of the splines  3722  are inserted into the recesses  3755 . Welding may comprise applying a heat source around (e.g., 360° around) the outer circumference of the distal hub  3750 . Welding may comprise using a laser and/or another suitable heat source. The splines  3722  may be welded to the distal hub  3750 . Welding the outer circumference of the distal hub  3750  may, with or without welding the splines, heat stake the splines  3722  in the recesses  3755  by deformably reducing the inner diameters of the recesses  3755 . 
     The actuation tube  3728  slidingly extends through the central lumen  3743  of the proximal hub  3740 , then through a radially inner portion (e.g., the center) of the expandable structure  3720 , then is fixably coupled to the central lumen  3753  of the distal hub  3750 . The distal end of the actuation tube  3728  may be coupled to distal hub  3750  by any suitable means, such as adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. When the actuation tube  3728  is proximally retracted, the actuation tube  3728  proximally pulls the distal hub  3750  toward the proximal hub  3740 , which is held in place by the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . As the proximal hub  3740  and distal hub  3750  are brought closer together, the compressive force on the expandable structure  3720  forces the splines  3722  to expand radially outwardly, increasing the diameter and/or reducing the length of the expandable structure  3720 . The diameter of the expandable structure may be greater than a shape set expanded shape of the expandable structure  3720 . When the actuation tube  3728  is distally advanced, the actuation tube  3728  distally pushes the distal hub  3750  away from the proximal hub  3740 , which is held in place by the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . As the proximal hub  3740  and distal hub  3750  are brought further apart, the expansion force on the expandable structure  3720  forces the splines  3722  to retract radially inwardly, decreasing the diameter and/or increasing the length of the expandable structure  3720 . 
       FIG.  37 K  shows a side view of an example of a proximal end  3702  of the catheter system  3700  of  FIG.  37 A . The proximal end  3702  comprises a handle  3710  and a portion of a catheter shaft assembly  3706  extending therefrom. The handle  3710  is configured to remain outside the body. The handle  3710  comprises a proximal part  3761  and a distal part  3762  movable relative to the proximal part  3761 . The distal part  3762  may comprise a handle base  3763  and an outer handle  3770 . The outer handle  3770  may include a grip portion (e.g., comprising a textured surface), which can enhance friction to provide better user grip. The proximal part  3761  may comprise an actuator  3780  and a hemostasis valve  3784 . The proximal part  3761  and the distal part  3762  may be movably coupled by an actuation tube assembly  3790  and a securing member  3774  comprising a locking member  3776 . Electrical conductors  3712  configured to supply signals to the electrodes  3724  may enter the handle  3710  via connector tubing  3798 , which joins the handle  3710  to an electrical socket  3799 . The outer handle  3770  may include a projection  3771  with a guide port through which the connector tubing  3798  may travel such that the connector tubing  3798  is secured along the side of the distal part  3762  of the handle  3710 . The handle  3710  may be asymmetric with respect to the longitudinal axis of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , which can assist a user in approximating the amount of twisting or rotation in the attached catheter shaft assembly  3706 . 
       FIG.  37 L  is a side cross-sectional view of the proximal end  3702  of  FIG.  37 K . The outer handle  3770  comprises a recess extending distally from its distal end that is configured to receive the handle base  3763 . The proximal portion of the handle base  3763  may be partially inserted into the recess and fixably coupled to the handle base  3763 . 
     The outer handle  3770  comprises a first lumen  3772  configured to slidably receive a portion of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . The outer handle  3770  may include a second lumen  3773  configured to receive a securing member  3774  such as a pin, screw, piston, etc. The securing member  3774  may comprise, for example, a socket head cap screw comprising a threaded elongate section and a cap  3775 . If the securing member  3774  is fixably coupled to the actuator  3780 , the lumen  3773  may be devoid of threads so that the securing member  3774  may longitudinally slide through the lumen  3773 . The threaded elongate section may interact with complementary threads in a lumen of the locking member  3776 . If the securing member  3774  is rotatably coupled to the actuator  3780 , the lumen  3773  may comprise complementary threads, and securing member  3774  may longitudinally slide through the lumen  3773  while rotating. The outer handle  3770  may comprise a shoulder extending into the second lumen  3773  configured to interact with an enlarged portion of the securing member  3774 . For example, the shoulder may inhibit or prevent proximal retraction of the cap  3775 , and thus the securing member  3774 , beyond a certain length. Limiting longitudinal translation of the securing member  3774 , which is fixably coupled to the actuator  3780 , which is fixably coupled to the actuation tube  3728 , can limit radial expansion of the expandable member  3720 . Limiting radial expansion of the expandable member  3720  can enhance safety by reducing the likelihood of the expandable member  3720  expanding enough to puncture or rupture a vessel. The distal end of the lumen  3773  may be occluded, for example to inhibit debris from interfering with movement of the securing member  3774 . The cap  3775  may comprise a tool interface, for example a hexagonal recess, a protruding nut, etc. The tool interface can be used during assembly (e.g., to couple the securing member  3774  to the actuator  3780  and/or during a procedure. 
     The actuator  3780  may comprise a first lumen  3781  aligned with the first lumen  3772  of the outer handle  3770 . The first lumen  3781  may be configured to be coupled to a valve  3784  (e.g., a hemostasis valve  3784  (e.g., a luer lock)), for example by comprising complementary threads, being configured to be tapped, being configured to receive a press-fit, etc. The actuator  3780  may comprise a valve in communication with the first lumen  3781  that is monolithic with the actuator  3780 . A portion of the actuation tube assembly  3790  is fixably coupled to at least one of the first lumen  3781  and the valve  3784 . A lumen of the actuation tube assembly  3790  may be in fluid communication with a lumen of the valve  3784 . 
     The actuator  3780  may comprise a second lumen  3782  configured to fixably couple the actuator  3780  to the securing member  3774 . Depending on the shape and configuration of the securing member  3774 , the second lumen  3782  may be aligned with the second lumen  3773  of the outer handle  3770 . The second lumen  3782  may comprise threads configured to receive and secure an elongate threaded section of the securing member  3774 . The securing member  3774  may be monolithic with and extend from a distal surface of the actuator  3780 . 
     A locking member  3776  may optionally be positioned along the securing member  3774  between the actuator  3780  and the outer handle  3770 . The locking member  3776  may comprise, for example, a locking Tuohy (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  36 K ), a nut, a wingnut, etc. The locking member  3776  comprises a threaded lumen configured to interact with the elongate threaded section of the securing member  3774 . The locking member  3776  may comprise a textured outer surface configured to enhance grip of a user. The threads transmit rotational force on the locking member  3776  into longitudinal movement along the securing member  3774 . When the locking member  3776  abuts a proximal end of the outer handle  3770 , in what may be considered a locked position, the locking member  3776  inhibits or prevents the actuator  3780  (and thus the actuation tube assembly  3790  fixably coupled thereto) from moving distally. Locking the actuator  3780  can inhibit or prevent the splines  3722  of the expandable structure  3720  from radially compressing and losing wall apposition. 
     The locking member  3776  may comprise any suitable structure for preventing or inhibiting longitudinal motion of the securing member  3774  relative to the outer handle  3770 . In some examples, the locking member  3776  may be a non-threaded structure. For example, the locking member  3776  may comprise a clamp, which is secured to the securing member  3774  via pressure and/or friction. The grip of the clamp locking member may be selectively loosenable and/or tightenable by the user. In some examples, a clamp locking member  3776  may be biased in a tightened position on the securing member  3774  by, for example, a spring. A clamp locking member  3776  may comprise a channel surrounding the circumference of the securing member  3774 , and the diameter of the channel may be expanded or reduced by the turning of a screw that joins two ends of a clamp locking member  3776  to close the circumference around the securing member  3774 . A clamp locking member  3776  may comprise a biased projection configured to frictionally engage the securing member  3774 , and can be temporarily released by the user. A clamp locking member  3776  may be slideable or otherwise moveable along the securing member  3774  when in a loosened position and not slideable or otherwise moveable when in a tightened position. In some examples, a clamp locking member  3776  may be removable from the securing member  3774  and selectively reattached at a desired position along the length of the securing member  3774 . A clamp locking member  3776  may inhibit or prevent the distal displacement of the securing member  3774  relative to the outer handle  3770  when a surface of the clamp locking member  3776  abuts the proximal end of the outer handle  3770 , placing the handle  3710  in a locked position. 
       FIGS.  37 Li - 37 Liii show an example method of operating a handle  3710  to radially expand an expandable member  3720 .  FIG.  37 Li  shows the handle  3710  in a compressed state in which the actuator  3780  abuts or is close to the locking member  3776 , which abuts or is close to the outer handle  3770 . As shown to the left, the expandable member  3720  may be in a self-expanded state. The actuation tube assembly  3790  may proximally retract upon radially outward self-expansion of the expandable structure  3720 . 
     As shown in FIG.  37 Lii, as the actuator  3780  is proximally retracted, the securing member  3774 , which is fixably coupled to the actuator  3780 , slides proximally through the second lumen  3773  of the outer handle  3770 , the locking member  3776  stays in position on the securing member  3774  and thus is proximally retracted, and the actuator tube assembly  3790  slides proximally through the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , the lumen  3764  of the handle base  3763 , and the first lumen  3772  of the outer handle  3770 . As the actuator tube assembly  3790  is proximally retracted, the distal hub  3750  to which the actuator tube  3728  is fixably coupled is proximally retracted, imparting a longitudinally compressive and radially expansive force on the splines  3722 , which is expanded radially further than the self-expanded state. As the splines  3722  appose a vessel wall, the user can typically feel an opposition force in the actuator  3780 , which is a benefit to a manual procedure such as illustrated in  FIGS.  37 Li - 37 Liii. Upon feeling the wall apposition, the user may adjust the expansion by further proximally retracting the actuator  3780  and/or by distally advancing the actuator  3780 . Once the user is satisfied with the wall apposition provided by the splines  3722  of the expandable member  3720 , the user may engage the locking member  3776 . 
     As shown in FIG.  37 Liii, the user rotates the locking member  3776 . The threads of the threaded elongate section of the securing member  3774  and the locking member  3776  translate the rotational force into longitudinal force, and the locking member  3776  distally advances along the securing member  3774  until the locking member  3776  abuts a proximal surface of the outer handle  3770 . If a distal force is applied to the actuator  3780 , the actuator  3780  generally would not be able to distally move because the locking member  3776  is pressing against the proximal surface of the outer handle  3770 . 
       FIGS.  37 Li  and  37 Liv show another example method of operating a handle  3610  to radially expand an expandable member  3720 . Referring again to  FIG.  37 Li , the handle  3710  is in a compressed state. 
     As shown in FIG.  37 Liv, as the locking member  3776  is rotated, the threads of the threaded elongate section of the securing member  3774  and the locking member  3776  translate the rotational force into longitudinal force. The locking member  3776  bears against the proximal surface of the outer handle  3770 , which forces the securing member  3774  to proximally retract. 
     As the securing member  3774  is proximally retracted, the securing member  3774  slides proximally through the second lumen  3773  of the outer handle  3770 , the actuator  3780 , which is fixably coupled to the securing member  3774 , proximally retracts, and the actuator tube assembly  3790  slides proximally through the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , the lumen  3764  of the handle base  3763 , and the first lumen  3772  of the outer handle  3770 . As the actuator tube assembly  3790  slides is proximally retracted, the distal hub  3750  to which the actuator tube  3728  is fixably coupled is proximally retracted, imparting a longitudinally compressive and radially expansive force on the splines  3722 , which is expanded radially further than the self-expanded state. Throughout rotation of the locking member  3776 , the locking member  3776  bears against the proximal surface of the outer handle  3770  such that, if a distal force is applied to the actuator  3780 , the actuator  3780  generally would not be able to distally move because the locking member  3776  is pressing against the proximal surface of the outer handle  3770 . 
     The force used to rotate the locking member  3776  may provide fine tuning as the locking member  3776  bears against the proximal surface of the outer handle  3770 . Depending on the thread pitch, rotation of the locking member by a certain rotational amount may proximally retract the actuation tube assembly  3790  a certain amount and/or radially expand the expandable member  3720  a certain amount. For example, a 90° rotation of the locking member  3776  may radially expand the expandable member by a diameter of 1 mm in the absence of opposing forces. Finer and coarser pitches are also possible. A finer pitch allows finer tuning. A coarser pitch reduces the amount of rotation used to longitudinally move the components, which can reduce procedure time. The locking member  3776  may include indicia around its circumference to help the user identify the amount of rotation. 
     Combinations of the methods of  FIGS.  37 Li - 37 Liv are also possible. For example, the user may first manually retract the actuator  3780 , for example to feel the wall apposition, rotate the locking member  3776  to abut a proximal end of the outer handle  3770 , and then fine tune the amount of expansion by rotating the locking member  3776 . For example, if the user desires to expand the expandable member  3720  by a diameter of 2 mm beyond wall apposition (e.g., the diameter of the vessel measure at systolic maximum), which can provide secure anchoring, the user can rotate the locking member  3776  by 180° after abutting the outer handle  3770 . 
       FIG.  37 M  is a side cross-sectional view of example components of a handle base  3763 . To provide example context,  FIG.  37 M  also includes portions of the actuation shaft assembly  3790 , part of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , and connector tubing  3798 . The handle base  3763  comprises a lumen  3764  configured to receive a sealing element  3766 , the actuation tube assembly  3790 , and/or the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . When the handle base  3763  is inserted into the recess of the outer handle  3770 , the lumen  3764  is aligned with the first lumen  3772  of the outer handle  3770 . 
     The catheter shaft assembly  3706  may be fixably coupled to the handle base  3763  by inserting the proximal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  into the lumen  3764  and then securing the catheter shaft assembly  3706  to the handle base  3763 , for example by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The handle base  3763  may comprise a shoulder  3768  extending into the lumen  3764  configured to interact with the proximal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . For example, the shoulder  3768  may provide a stop for insertion of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  into the lumen  3764 , which can facilitate manufacturing. The actuation tube assembly  3790  may comprise a plurality of components, for example including multiple types of tubing. Fewer components generally may reduce manufacturing complexity of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . Multiple components can provide specialization of different portions of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . If coupling components together is easier than modifying fewer components for particular functions, multiple components can reduce manufacturing complexity of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . The actuation tube assembly  3790  illustrated in  FIG.  37 M  comprises a first hypotube  3791 , a second hypotube  3792 , and the actuation tube  3728 . The actuation tube assembly  3790  may comprise an actuation tube assembly lumen  3793  extending from the proximal end of the actuation tube assembly  3790  to the distal end of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . The actuation tube assembly lumen  3793  may comprise segments in each component (e.g., the first hypotube  3791 , second hypotube  3792 , and actuation tube  3728 ) of the actuation tube assembly  3790 , which may be aligned along a longitudinal axis of the actuation tube assembly  3790 . The lumens of the components may be joined and/or aligned by, for example, positioning a component of a smaller outer diameter within the lumen of a component with a larger diameter inner diameter. The inner surfaces of the actuation tube  3728  and/or any of the other components comprising the actuation tube assembly lumen  3793  may comprise a lining (e.g., fluoropolymer (e.g., PTFE, PVDF, FEP, Viton, etc.)) to reduce friction with a guidewire inserted through the lumen  3793 . The outer surfaces of the actuation tube  3728  and/or any of the other components comprising the actuation tube assembly  3790  may comprise a lining (e.g., fluoropolymer (e.g., PTFE, PVDF, FEP, Viton, etc.)) to reduce friction between the actuation tube assembly  3790  and the catheter shaft assembly  3706  or the lumen  3674  of the handle base  3763 . 
     Referring again to  FIG.  37 L , a proximal end of the actuation tube assembly  3790 , more specifically the proximal end of the first hypotube  3791 , is fixably coupled to at least one of the actuator  3780  and the valve  3784 . The first hypotube  3791  extends from the actuator  3780  into the proximal portion of lumen  3764  of the handle base  3763 , through the sealing element  3766 . The sealing element  3766  provides a fluid-tight seal between the actuation tube assembly  3790  and the handle base  3763 . The first hypotube  3791  may be machined to include a first portion  3791 A and a second portion  3791 B having a smaller diameter than the first portion  3791 A. The first hypotube  3791  may include one or a plurality of apertures  3794 , which can provide fluid communication between the actuation tube assembly lumen  3793  and the lumen  3764 . As described in further detail herein, fluid (e.g., saline, heparinized saline, contrast, etc.) injected into the lumen  3793  through the valve  3784  can flow through the lumen  3793  until the apertures  3794 , and then may continue to flow through the lumen  3793  or out of the apertures  3794  and then through the lumen  3764 . In some examples, the first hypotube  3791  may be devoid of apertures  3794  and configured such that fluid injected into the lumen  3793  flows only through the lumen  3793 . 
     The first portion  3791 A of the first hypotube  3791  may have an outer diameter that is slightly smaller than the inner diameter of the lumen  3764 . Such a diameter difference can reduce (e.g., minimize) the space between the outer surface of the first portion  3791 A and the inner surface of the handle base  3763  to reduce (e.g., minimize) fluid flowing out of the apertures  3794  from flowing proximally and/or can reduce friction between the first portion  3791 A and the inner surface of the handle base  3763 . The second portion  3791 B of the first hypotube  3791  may provide an arcuate or toroidal gap or lumen between an outer surface of the second portion  3791 B of the first hypotube  3791  and the inner surface of the handle base  3763 . Such a diameter difference can promote fluid flowing out of the apertures  3794  to flow distally through the lumen  3764 . The first hypotube  3791  may comprise a biocompatible material such as, for example, stainless steel, nitinol, plastic, etc. Although described as a hypotube, the first hypotube  3791  may be machined from a flat sheet, a solid rod, etc. 
     A proximal end of the lumen  3764  of the handle base  3763  may include an expanded diameter portion configured to receive a sealing element  3766  (e.g., comprising an o-ring, a shim, a gasket, etc.). The sealing element  3766  may be positioned between the first hypotube  3791  and the handle base  3763 . The sealing element  3766  can seal a proximal end of the lumen  3764  to inhibit or prevent fluid flowing though the apertures  3794  from flowing out the handle base  3763 . 
     A second hypotube  3792  may comprise an outer diameter that is slightly smaller than the inner diameter of the first hypotube  3791  such that a proximal end of the second hypotube may be inserted into a distal end of the first hypotube  3791 . The second hypotube  3792  may be fixably coupled to the first hypotube  3791 , for example by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The second hypotube  3792  may extend into a proximal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . The outer diameter of the second hypotube  3792  is less than the inner diameter of the lumen  3764 , forming an arcuate or toroidal gap or lumen, which can provide an open segment for fluid to flow and conductors to extend. The second hypotube  3792  may comprise a biocompatible material such as, for example, stainless steel, nitinol, plastic, etc. Although described as a hypotube, the second hypotube  3792  may be machined from a flat sheet, a solid rod, etc. 
     The actuation tube  3728  extends from the proximal portion  3704  of the catheter system  3700  to the distal portion  3704  of catheter system  3700 . The actuation tube  3728  may be fixably coupled to the second hypotube  3792 , for example by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The second hypotube  3792  may comprise a lumen having an inner diameter that is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the actuation tube  3728  such that a proximal end of the actuation tube  3728  may extend into a distal end of the second hypotube  3792 . The second hypotube  3792  may comprise a lumen having an inner diameter that is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the actuation tube  3728 , and a distal end of the second hypotube  3793  may extend into a proximal end of the actuation tube  3728 . The actuation tube  3728  may comprise a plurality of layers. For example, the actuation tube  3728  may comprise a flexible polymer (e.g., polyimide, polyamide, PVA, PEEK, Pebax, polyolefin, PET, silicone, etc.), a reinforcing layer (e.g., comprising a braid, a coil, etc.), and an inner liner (e.g., fluoropolymer (e.g., PTFE, PVDF, FEP, Viton, etc.)). 
     The second hypotube  3792  optionally may be omitted, for example by extending the first hypotube  3791  distally and/or extending the flexible polymer of the actuation tube  3728  proximally. The second hypotube  3792  may comprise a biocompatible material such as, for example, stainless steel, nitinol, plastic, etc. 
     The actuation tube assembly  3790  and the catheter shaft assembly  3706  combine to form two concentric lumens between the handle  3710  and the expandable structure  3720 . The actuation tube assembly lumen  3793  of the actuation tube  3728  forms the inner lumen. The inner lumen  3793  may be in fluid communication with the hemostasis valve  3784 . The distal terminus of the inner lumen  3793  is the distal end of the actuator tube assembly  3790 , which is coupled to the proximal hub  3740 . The hemostasis valve  3784  may allow insertion of a guidewire, which can extend through the actuation tube  3728  and distally beyond the distal hub  3750  of the expandable structure  3720 . The outer lumen  3707  is arcuate or toroidal between the outer surface of the actuation tube assembly  3790  and the inner surface of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . The distal terminus of the outer lumen  3707  is the distal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , which is coupled to the proximal hub  3740 . 
     The hemostasis valve  3784  may be used to inject fluids (e.g., saline, heparinized saline, contrast, etc.). Fluid may be injected into the hemostasis valve  3784  (e.g., via IV bag, syringe, etc.). The fluid can flow through the first hypotube  3791  until the apertures  3794 . The fluid may continue to flow through the inner lumen  3793  of the actuation tube assembly  3790  out of the distal hub  3750  and/or may flow through the apertures  3794  and then through the outer lumen  3707  out of the proximal hub  3740 . Referring again to  FIG.  37 G- 37 I , the proximal hub  3740  comprises peripheral lumens  3743 . Fluid flows out of the outer lumen  3707  through at least one of the peripheral lumens  3743 . Fluid flow through a peripheral lumen  3743  may be inversely proportional to a level of occlusion of that peripheral lumen  3743  (e.g., due to occupation by conductors  3712 ). In some examples, the first hypotube  3791  may not comprise apertures  3794 , and fluid may flow only through the inner lumen  3793  of the actuation tube assembly  37990  to the distal hub  3750 . 
     Flushing fluid may provide a slight positive pressure within the lumens, which can inhibit blood from flowing into the catheter system  3700 . Flushing fluid may wash the expandable structure  3720  and/or other portions of the catheter system  3700 , which can inhibit thrombus formation during the medical procedure. If the fluid comprises contrast, flushing fluid can direct contrast to aid fluoroscopy and visualization of the expandable structure  3720  relative to the vessel. 
     The handle base  3763  may comprise an aperture  3765  extending through a sidewall into the lumen  3764 , for example in communication with the arcuate or toroidal gap or lumen between the second hypotube  3792  and the handle base  3763 . The conductors  3712  may extend from the electrical connector  3799 , through the connector tubing  3798 , through the aperture  3765 , into the outer lumen  3707 , through the proximal hub  3740  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  37 I ), and to the electrodes  3724 . 
       FIG.  37 N  is a perspective view of a proximal end of an example of a catheter shaft assembly  3706  and second hypotube  3792 . The catheter shaft assembly  3706  surrounds the actuation tube  3728  from the handle  3710  to the proximal hub  3740 . The actuation tube  3828  may be proximally retracted and/or distally advanced relative to catheter shaft assembly  3706 . 
     The catheter shaft assembly  3706  may comprise a plurality of layers. For example, the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may comprise a flexible polymer (e.g., polyimide, polyamide, PVA, PEEK, Pebax, polyolefin, PET, silicone, etc.), a reinforcing layer (e.g., comprising a braid, a coil, etc.), and an inner liner (e.g., fluoropolymer (e.g., PTFE, PVDF, FEP, Viton, etc.)). Different layers may be present along different longitudinal segments. 
     The flexible polymer may comprise, for example, polyimide, polyamide, PVA, PEEK, Pebax, polyolefin, PET, silicone, etc.). Different longitudinal sections of the tubing may have different durometers along the length of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . For example, the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may transition from a higher durometer, indicating a harder material, to a lower durometer, indicating a softer material, from proximal to distal. The lengths and durometers of the variable durometer sections may be clocked to suit the different anatomical structures in which those sections will reside during a procedure. For example, the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may comprise at least five different durometer sections: a first section having a durometer of about 72 D having a length configured to extend from the handle  3710  into the body through a carotid vein proximal to the heart; a second section having a durometer of about 63 D and a third section having a durometer of about 55 D together having a length configured to pass through the right atrium and right ventricle; and a fourth section of having a durometer about 40 D and a fifth section having a durometer of about 25 D together having a length configured to extend through the pulmonary valve and into the right pulmonary artery. The flexibility of the fourth section and/or the fifth section may allow the catheter shaft assembly  3706  to bend and fixate the catheter shaft assembly, for example against a left side of the pulmonary trunk, which can aid in properly positioning the expandable member  3720  in a pulmonary artery. At least one of the fourth section and the fifth section may comprise a hinge  3726 , for example as described herein, which can resist kinking if the catheter shaft assembly  3706  makes a sharp (e.g., 90°) turn, for example from the pulmonary trunk to the right pulmonary artery. The lengths of the five sections may be, in terms of percentage of the total length of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , between about 50-90% for the first section and between about 1 to 20% for each the remaining sections. For example, the lengths may be about 73%, 7.5%, 5.5%, 5.5%, and 8.5%, respectively. The first section may be longer or shorter depending on the total length of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , which may depend on the pathway to the pulmonary artery, the amount residing outside the body, etc. 
     The catheter shaft assembly  3706  may have a length between about 50 and 200 cm (e.g., about 50 cm, about 75 cm, about 100 cm, about 125 cm, about 150 cm, about 200 cm, ranges between such values, etc.). The length of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may be suitable to position the expandable structure  3720  in a pulmonary artery from a peripheral vein such as a jugular vein, a femoral vein, a radial vein, or other suitable access location. 
     The flexibility of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  can be additionally or alternatively modulated by other means, such as reinforcing and adjusting various sections of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . For example, if the catheter shaft assembly  3706  comprises a reinforcing coil, a pitch of the coil may be varied. For another example, if the catheter shaft assembly  3706  comprises a reinforcing braid, a parameter (e.g., number, thickness, braid angle, etc.) of the braid wires in may be varied. For yet another example, the thickness may vary. For still another example, the composition may vary (e.g., different sections comprising at least one different material). Combinations of two or all variations is also possible. Rather than being discrete sections, the flexibility may transition from one section to the next section. 
       FIG.  37 N  shows the proximal end of catheter shaft assembly  3706  comprising a first segment  3708  and a second segment  3709  thicker than the first segment  3708 . The change in thickness at the proximal end of the actuation shaft assembly  3706 , for example the first segment  3708 , may provide a mechanism of strain relief. The second segment  3709  may have an outer diameter configured to fit in the lumen  3764  of the handle base  3763  to be fixably coupled to the handle base  3763 . 
       FIG.  37 O  is a side cross-sectional view of an example connection between a distal end of a catheter shaft assembly  3706  and a proximal hub  3740  of an expandable structure  3720 . The distal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may comprise a hinge  3726  configured to be fixably coupled to the proximal hub  3740 . 
     The hinge  3726  may comprise, for example, a coil or series of interspaced coils that extend slightly beyond the distal end of other parts of the catheter shaft assembly  3760  such as the PTFE liner, wire braid, and flexible tubing. The coil hinge  3726  may comprise one or a plurality of wires (e.g., one wire, two wires, three wires, or more) configured in a helical pattern. The wires comprise helically wound coils having a uniform pitch. Each coil may occupy the space between the helical revolutions of the other coils.  FIG.  37 P  is a perspective view of an end of an example of a hinge  3726  comprising three wires. The hinge  3726  may comprise a hypotube, for example cut to include a coil pattern and/or opposing circumferential slots. 
     The hinge  3726  may be positioned around the outer surface of the proximal section  3741  of the proximal hub  3740 . The hinge  3726  may be fixably coupled to the proximal hub  3740  by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The distal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may comprise layers that are proximally spaced from the distal end of the hinge  3726  by about 0.01 inches to about 0.1 inches (e.g., about 0.01 inches, 0.025 inches, 0.05 inches, 0.075 inches, 0.01 inches, ranges between such values, etc.), which can provide sufficient space for the hinge  3726  to be affixed (e.g., directly affixed) to the proximal hub  3740  without interference from those layers. The distal end of the flexible tubing, wire braid, liner, and/or other layers of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  may be longitudinally spaced from the proximal end of the proximal hub  3740 , which can reduce transmission of forces on the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , for example absorbed by the hinge  3726 , from being transmitted to the expandable structure  3720 . 
     The hinge  3726  may be covered by a hinge tube  3711 , which may comprise urethane or another suitable material, and which extends from the distal end of the hinge  3726  past the proximal end of the hinge  3726 , for example to inhibit pinching of tissue by the hinge  3726 . The hinge tube  3711  may be heat cured to the hinge  3726  and outer circumference of other components of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . The hinge tube  3711  may be aligned substantially flush with or overlap the distal portion  3742  of the proximal hub  3740 . The hinge tube  3711  may form a fluid seal with the proximal hub  3742 , for example so that fluid flowing in the lumen  3707  exits the peripheral lumens  3744 . 
       FIG.  37 Q  is a perspective view of an example handle  3701  of a catheter system (e.g., the catheter system  3700 ) in an unlocked configuration.  FIG.  37 R  schematically illustrates a perspective cross-sectional view of the handle  3701  of  FIG.  37 Q  along the line  37 R- 37 R. In addition to the handle  3701 ,  FIGS.  37 Q and  37 R  show a portion of a catheter shaft assembly  3706  extending therefrom. The handle  3701  is configured to remain outside the body. The handle  3701  comprises an outer handle  3713  which the user may grasp. The outer handle  3713  comprises a lumen  3714  extending from the proximal end of the outer handle  3713  to the distal end of the handle outer  3713 . The lumen  3714  may be configured to receive a tubular base  3715 , which may be partially inserted into the lumen  3714  and fixably coupled to the outer handle  3713 . The tubular base  3715  may be generally cylindrical in shape and may comprise a tapered distal end. Other geometries (e.g., polygonal) are also possible. The tubular base  3715  may extend out of the distal end of the lumen  3714  (as shown in  FIGS.  37 Q and  37 R ) or may be entirely received within the lumen  3714 . The tubular base  3715  comprises a channel  3716  extending from the proximal end of the tubular base  3715  to the distal end of the tubular base  3715 . The tubular base  3715  may comprise a shoulder  3717  extending into the channel  3716  configured to interact with the proximal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706 . The catheter shaft assembly  3706  may be fixably coupled to the tubular base  3715  by inserting the proximal end of the catheter shaft assembly  3706  into the channel  3716  and then securing the catheter shaft assembly  3706  to the tubular base  3715 , for example by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The actuation tube assembly  3790  can be slidably received in the channel  3716  and portions of the actuation tube assembly  3790  can extend through the catheter shaft assembly  3706 , for example as described herein. The tubular base  3715  may comprise an annular recess  3718  in the sidewall of the channel  3716  positioned near the proximal end of the channel  3716  configured to receive a sealing element (e.g., comprising an o-ring, a shim, a gasket, etc.) The sealing element may be positioned between the first hypotube  3791  and the tubular base  3715 , and may inhibit or prevent fluid flowing through the apertures  3794  of the first hypotube  3791  from flowing out the tubular base  3715 . In some examples, the annular recess  3718  may extend to the proximal end of the tubular base  3715 . 
     The proximal end of the actuation shaft assembly  3790  can be coupled to an actuation pin  3730 . The actuation pin  3730  comprises an actuation channel  3731  extending from the proximal end of the actuation pin  3730  to the distal end of the actuation pin  3730 . The actuation channel  3731  is configured to receive the proximal end of the actuation tube assembly  3790  (e.g., the first hypotube  3791 ), which can be partially inserted into the actuation channel  3731  and fixably coupled to the actuation channel  3731 , for example by adhesive (e.g., cyanoacrylate), welding, soldering, combinations thereof, etc. The actuation pin  3730  may comprise an expanded diameter grip  3732  for facilitating the grip of the user. The expanded diameter grip  3732  may comprise a textured surface. The actuation channel  3731  may comprise an expanded diameter portion at its proximal end configured to receive a tubing connector  3797 . The tubing connector  3797  may be Y-shaped, including two intersecting channels. The channels of the tubing connector  3797  may be used for the insertion of a guidewire, electrical conductors, and/or the injection of fluids into the actuation tube assembly lumen  3793 , as described elsewhere herein. The connector tubing  3797  may comprise a luer fitting including a single lumen. 
     The outer handle  3713  may comprise a void  3719  extending between an upper surface and a lower surface and intersecting the lumen  3714  of the outer handle  3713 . In some examples, the void  3719  may extend to a side surface of the handle  3713  such that it opens to an upper surface, lower surface, and side surface of the outer handle  3713 . The void  3719  may be configured to receive a locking member  3777 .  FIG.  37 S  is a perspective view of an example of the locking member  3777 . The locking member  3777  may comprise a generally cylindrical body and a channel  3778  extending from a proximal side of the locking member  3777  to a distal side of the locking member  3777  through the generally cylindrical body. The locking member  3777  may comprise at least one projection  3789  extending radially inwardly from the sidewall of the channel  3778 . If the locking member comprises two projections  3789 , the two projections  3789  may be on opposite sides of the channel  3778 . If the channel  3778  is oblong, the projection  3778  may be positioned along the longer-dimensioned length of the channel  3778  (e.g., at a central position along the longer-dimensioned length). The locking member  3777  may comprise a tab  3779  extending away from the channel  3778 , for example in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the channel  3778 . The tab  3779  and generally cylindrical body may form a b-shape, d-shape, p-shape, or q-shape. The actuation pin  3730  may extend through the channel  3778 . The handle  3701  may comprise a bushing  3796  configured to be received in the proximal end of the outer handle  3713  where the bushing  3796  may be affixed. The bushing  3796  may comprise a channel through which the actuation pin  3730  extends. The locking member  3777  may be rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the actuation pin  3730 . The locking member  3777  can be configured to place the handle  3701  and the actuation tube assembly  3790  in a locked or unlocked configuration. In some examples, the degree of rotation of the locking member  3777  may be limited. As seen in the example of  FIG.  37 Q , the tab  3779  may only allow the locking member  3777  to rotate approximately a quarter-turn before the tab  3779  abuts a portion of the outer housing  3713 . 
       FIG.  37 T  schematically illustrates an expanded perspective cross-sectional view of the handle  3701  of  FIG.  37 Q  in an unlocked configuration in the area of the circle  37 T of  FIG.  37 R . The actuation pin  3730  may comprise a series of ridges  3733  and intervening notches spaced along its outer circumference. The ridges  3733  may be perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the actuation pin  3730 . The ridges  3733  may extend away from the circumference of the actuation pin  3730  along two opposing sides of the actuation pin  3730 . For example, the circumference of the actuation pin  3730  may be proportioned into approximate quarters, and the ridges  3733  may extend from two non-adjacent quarters of the circumference. The quarters of the circumference where the ridges  3733  do not extend may comprise flat surfaces extending along the length of the actuation pin  3730 , as shown in  FIG.  37 Q  (one of the flat surfaces is visible). The projection  3789  along the channel  3778  of the locking member  3777  may be configured to be received in a notch between two of the ridges  3733 . The projection  3789  may be configured to mate with the outer circumference of the actuation pin  3730  when positioned in a notch. When in an unlocked configuration, the rotational orientation of the locking member  3777  positions the projection  3789  adjacent to a flattened surface of the actuation pin  3730 . As shown in  FIG.  37 T , the projection  3789  is not positioned between the ridges  3733  in an unlocked configuration. The tab  3779  may be positioned in a first position (e.g., an upward position, extending away from the surface of the outer handle  3713 ), when in an unlocked configuration. In the unlocked configuration, the actuation pin  3730  may be translated in a proximal or distal direction by the user, which causes the translation of the actuation tube assembly  3790 , which is rigidly affixed to the actuation pin  3730 . The user may expand the expandable structure  3720  by pulling the actuation pin  3730  in a proximal direction. The user may compress the expandable structure  3720  by pushing the actuation pin  3730  in a distal direction. The expandable structure  3720  may assume a self-expanded state when in an unlocked configuration without a user pushing or pulling on the actuation pin  3730 . The locking member  3777  may be devoid of a tab  3777 , for example comprising a textured surface like a thumb wheel. 
       FIG.  37 U  is a perspective view of the handle  3701  of  FIG.  37 Q  in a locked configuration. The user may place the handle  3701  in a locked configuration by moving the tab  3779  of the locking member  3777  to a second position to rotate the locking member  3777  approximately a quarter-turn around the actuation pin  3730 . The outer handle  3713  may comprise a shoulder  3795  ( FIG.  37 Q ) to limit the rotation of the tab  3779 . In the locked configuration, the tab  3779  may no longer extend away from the surface of the handle  3701 , but may be relatively flush with the surface of the handle  3701 . The different positioning of the tab  3779  in unlocked and locked configurations, as seen in  FIGS.  37 Q and  37 U , may provide a visually discernable indicator of the configuration the handle  3701 . 
       FIG.  37 V  schematically illustrates a perspective cross-sectional view of the handle  3701  of  FIG.  37 U  along the line  37 V- 37 V. When in a locked configuration, the projections  3789  (two projections  3789  in the illustrated example) have been rotated into two of the notches between the ridges  3733  of the actuation pin  3730 , inhibiting or preventing the actuation pin  3730  and the actuation tube assembly  3730  coupled thereto from moving in a proximal direction and from moving in a distal direction. The locking of the handle  3730  can inhibit or prevent the expandable structure  3720  from further radially expanding and from radially compressing. The user may partially turn the tab  3779  at an approximate desired locking position and may then push or pull on the actuation pin  3779  until the projection  3789  falls into place between the ridges  3733 . In some examples, the width of the projections  3789  may form a tight interference fit with the notches such that a “snap” is felt when locking or unlocking the locking member  3777 . To unlock the locking member  3777 , the user may place the tab  3779  back into an upright position, rotating approximately a quarter-turn in the opposite direction used to lock the locking member  3777 . The locking member  3777  may be configured to be turned more or less than a quarter turn to switch between locked and unlocked configurations. 
     The handle  3701  can allow the user to quickly and/or easily adjust the expansion of the expandable structure  3720  by pushing or pulling the actuation pin  3730  a desired amount. The actuation pin  3730  and actuation tube assembly  3790  can be locked in position along the longitudinal axis according to discrete increments determined by the pitch of the series of ridges  3733  and intervening notches. The pitch and the projection  3789  can be modified to allow either narrower or broader tuning of the expansion and compression of the expandable structure  3720  (e.g., the widths can be smaller than shown in  FIGS.  37 Q- 37 U  to provide more locking positions). In some examples, the locking member  3777  may comprise only one projection  3789  and/or the actuation pin  3730  may comprise only one flattened surface. In some examples, the actuation pin  3730  may comprise a textured surface (e.g., comprising grooves, bumps, flanges, etc.) configured to frictionally engage the locking member  3777 . The projection  3789  and notches between ridges  3733  could be corresponding saw-tooth shapes. In such examples, the locking member  3777  may be configured to allow translation of the actuation pin  3730  (e.g., back to the self-expanded state of the expandable member  3720  in a failure event) in a locked configuration if enough force is applied to force the ridges  3733  over the saw tooth projection  3789 . 
       FIG.  38 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system  3800 . The system  3800  may comprise a proximal portion configured to remain out of the body of a subject and a distal portion configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject, for example as described with respect to the catheter system  3800 . The system  3800  comprises an expandable structure  3820 . The expandable portion  3820  is coupled to a catheter shaft  3806 . In some examples, the system  3800  comprises a strain relief  3826  between the catheter shaft  3806  and the expandable structure  3820 . The strain relief  3826  may be at least partially in a lumen of the catheter shaft  3806 . 
     The expandable structure  3820  includes a plurality of splines  3822 . The splines  3822  comprise a sinusoidal or wave or undulating or zig-sag shape. The sinusoidal shape may provide more flexibility in electrode positioning. For example, electrodes may be placed at peaks, troughs, and/or rising or falling portions. In some examples, electrodes are positioned proud of peaks, which can allow the electrodes to make close contact with vessel walls. The sinusoidal shape may provide better wall apposition, for example creating anchor points at peaks. At least one of the splines  3822  comprises an electrode array comprising a plurality of electrodes to form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. In some examples, the splines  3822  comprise wires having a diameter between about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm) and about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm) (e.g., about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the splines  3822  may be cut from a hypotube and then shape set into the sinusoidal shape. 
       FIG.  38 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the catheter system  3800  of  FIG.  38 A  in a collapsed state. The illustrated portion includes part of the catheter shaft  3806 , the strain relief  3826 , and the expandable structure  3820 . The illustrated portion also includes an actuation member  3828 , which can be coupled to an actuator mechanism to cause expansion or retraction of the expandable structure  3820 . The actuation member  3828  may be in a lumen of the catheter shaft  3806 . A guidewire  3815  is also shown in the lumen of the actuation member  3828 . In some examples, the actuation member  3828  comprises a lumen capable of receiving a 0.018 inch guidewire  3815 . The actuation member  3828  may comprise a tubular structure, for example as described with respect to the actuation tube assembly  3790 . The actuation member  3828  may comprise a wire with or without a lumen. 
       FIG.  38 C  is a side view of a portion of the catheter system  3800  of  FIG.  38 A  in an expanded state. Operation of the actuation mechanism  3612  can cause the expandable structure  3620  to expand and contract. For example, rotation and/or longitudinal movement of the actuation mechanism  3612  can cause the actuator wire  3628  to proximally retract, the catheter shaft  3606  to distally advance, or a combination thereof, each of which can push the splines  3622  radially outward. In some examples, the distal ends of the splines  3622  are coupled to a distal hub that is coupled to the actuator wire  3628 , and the proximal ends of the splines  3622  are coupled to a proximal hub that is coupled to the catheter shaft  3606 . In the expanded state, the expandable structure  3620  comprises splines  3622  that are spaced from each other generally parallel to a longitudinal axis at a radially outward position of the splines  3622 . The parallel orientation of the splines  3622  can provide circumferential spacing of the splines  3622 , for example in contrast to singular splines or wires that may circumferentially bunch. In some examples, the splines  3622  comprise wires having a diameter between about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm) and about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm) (e.g., about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). 
     In some examples, the diameter of the expandable structure  3820  in the expanded state is between about 15 mm and about 30 mm (e.g., about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 22 mm, about 24 mm, about 26 mm, about 28 mm, about 30 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the splines  3822  may be self-expanding such that an actuation mechanism allows the splines to self-expand from a compressed state for navigation to a target site to an expanded state for treatment at the target site. In certain such examples, the diameter of the expandable structure  3820  in the expanded state may be oversized to most the intended vasculature of most subjects to ensure vessel wall apposition. In some examples, the splines  3822  may be non-self-expanding such that the splines only expand upon operation of an actuation mechanism. In some examples, the splines  3822  may be self-expanding, and an actuation mechanism may further expand the splines  3822 , which may provide an adjustable expandable structure  3820  diameter usable for a range of vessel sizes, wall apposition forces, etc. Examples in which the expandable structure  3820  does not appose the wall in the event of an error could be advantageous for safety, for example as described with respect to the system  2200 . 
       FIG.  38 D  is a partial side cross-sectional view of the expandable structure  3820 . The expandable structure comprises a distal hub  3830  comprising a plurality of channels  3832  in which the distal segments of the splines  3822  are positioned. In some examples, the distal segments of the splines  3822  are not fixed such that they can slide in the channels  3832 , which can allow each spline  3822  to move independently, which may accommodate curvature at a deployment site. In certain such examples, the distal ends of the splines  3822  comprise a stop member (e.g., an expanded diameter ball weld) that inhibits or prevents the distal segments from exiting the channels  3832  and the distal hub  3830 . Such a system may also be used with other catheter systems and expandable structures described herein (e.g., the expandable structures  3620 ,  3630 ,  3640 ,  3650 ). 
       FIG.  38 E  is a partial side cross-sectional view of an expandable structure  3840 . The expandable structure  3840  comprises a plurality of splines  3842  having a sinusoidal shape. The expandable structure  3840  comprises a plurality of electrodes  3844  at peaks of a plurality of three of the splines  3842  to form a 3×4 electrode matrix. In some examples in which three splines comprise electrodes, a middle or central spline may be different than the circumferentially adjacent splines. For example, the middle spline may comprise more or fewer peaks, peaks that are longitudinally offset, etc. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  3820 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  39 A  is a side view of an example of an expandable structure  3900 . The expandable structure  3900  may be incorporated into a catheter system such as the catheter systems described herein. The expandable structure  3900  comprises a plurality of splines  3902 . The splines  3902  are bent to form parallel portions  3904  that are radially offset. The parallel portions  3904  may comprise electrodes, electrode structures, etc. In some examples, bent portions of the splines act as hinges to urge the offset parallel portions  3904  against vessel walls. The expandable structure  3900  may be self-expanding, expandable using an actuation mechanism, and combinations thereof, for example as described herein.  FIG.  39 A  illustrates four splines  3902  that are circumferentially offset by about 90°, but other numbers of splines and offset are also possible. 
       FIG.  39 B  is an end view of an example of another expandable structure  3910 . The expandable structure  3910  comprises six splines  3912 , three of which are grouped on one side of a plane  3914  and three of which are grouped on the other side of the plane  3914 . In some examples, one group of splines  3912  may comprise electrodes and the other group of splines  3912  may be free of electrodes and used for wall apposition, anchoring, etc. In some examples,  FIG.  39 B  is representative of a portion of  FIG.  36 H . For example, the expandable structures  3900 ,  3910  may comprise a portion (e.g., half) of the splines described with respect to  FIGS.  36 A- 36 O . 
       FIG.  39 C  is an end view of an example of yet another expandable structure  3920 . The expandable structure  3920  comprises six splines  3922  and six splines  3924 . Like the splines  3902 , the splines  3922  comprise radially offset parallel portions. The splines  3924  are each generally parallel to an adjacent spline up to the bend, and continue to extend radially outward. 
       FIG.  39 D  is an end view of an example of still another expandable structure  3930 . The expandable structure  3930  comprises a first spline  3932 , a second spline  3934 , and six splines  3936 . Like the splines  3902 , the spline  3922  comprises a radially offset parallel portion. Like the splines  3902 , the spline  3924  also comprises a radially offset parallel portion that is radially offset in a different direction than the spline  3922 . The splines  3936  are extend radially outward, with one spline  3936  circumferentially between the splines  3932 ,  3934 . The splines  3932 ,  3934 , and the spline  3936  circumferentially between the splines  3932 ,  3934  may comprise electrodes forming an electrode matrix. In some examples,  FIG.  39 D  is representative of a portion of  FIG.  36 L . For example, the expandable structures  3900 ,  3910 ,  3920 ,  3930  may comprise a portion (e.g., half) of the splines described with respect to  FIGS.  36 A- 36 O . 
     The parallel portions of the expandable structures  3900 ,  3910 ,  3920 ,  3930  may be straight, recessed, crowned, sinusoidal, longitudinally offset, carrying a mesh, etc., for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  40 A  is a perspective view of an example of a strain relief  4026  for a catheter system. The strain relief  4026  can act like a flexible hinge to decouple catheter forces from an expandable structure, for example in the catheter systems described herein. The strain relief  4026  comprises a spring. The spring may comprise a variable helix, which can vary flexibility longitudinally. In some examples, the spring may be embedded in a polymer. In some examples, the polymer may have a durometer that varies longitudinally in longitudinal alignment with and/or longitudinally offset from helix variability. In some examples, a strain relief does not comprise a spring, but comprises a polymer having longitudinally varying durometer. In some examples, a plurality of helices of opposite sense may be braided to form a strain relief. 
       FIG.  40 B  is a perspective view of another example of a strain relief  4027  for a catheter system. The strain relief  4027  can act like a flexible hinge to decouple catheter forces from an expandable structure, for example in the catheter systems described herein. The strain relief  4027  comprises a cut hypotube. In the example illustrated in  FIG.  40 B , the cut comprises a first helix  4002  having a first sense (e.g., winding clockwise) and a second helix  4004  having the same first sense. The first helix  4002  is longitudinally offset from the second helix  4004 . In some examples, the cut pattern may comprise a variable helix, which can vary flexibility longitudinally. In some examples, the hypotube may be embedded in a polymer. In some examples, the polymer may have a durometer that varies longitudinally in longitudinal alignment with and/or longitudinally offset from helix variability. Other cut patterns are also possible. For example, the cut pattern may comprise a single helix. For another example, the cut pattern may comprise a plurality of transverse slots or kerfs connected by one or more struts. In sine examples, a cut hypotube may provide tensile strength. 
       FIG.  41 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system  4100 . The system  4100  comprises a proximal portion  4102  configured to remain out of the body of a subject and a distal portion  4104  configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion  4104  comprises a first expandable structure  4120  and a second expandable structure  4122 . The proximal portion comprises an actuation mechanism  4112 . The proximal portion  4102  is coupled to the distal portion  4104  by a catheter shaft  4106 . In some examples, the catheter shaft is slightly rigid such that the catheter shaft  4106  can appose a sidewall and help to anchor the system  4100  at a target position. The proximal portion  4102  may comprise an adapter comprising a plurality of ports, for example the Y-adapter comprising a first Y-adapter port  4116  and a second Y-adapter port  4118 . The first Y-adapter port  4116  may be in communication with a lumen in fluid communication with the second expandable member. The second Y-adapter port  4118  may be used to couple an electrode matrix of the system  4100  to a stimulator system  4119 . In some examples, the proximal portion  4102  comprises a stimulator system  4119 . For example, the proximal portion  4102  may comprise electronics configured to provide stimulation to an electrode matrix, sensors (e.g., in communication with a fluid filled lumen of the catheter shaft  4106 ), electronics to receive data from sensors, electronics for closed loop control, electronics to provide feedback to a user (e.g., physician, nurse, subject), input mechanisms for a user (e.g., physician, nurse, subject), etc. 
       FIG.  41 B  is a perspective view of a portion  4104  of the catheter system  4100  of  FIG.  41 A  in a collapsed and deflated state.  FIG.  41 C  is a transverse cross-sectional side view of the portion  4104  of  FIG.  41 B . The illustrated distal portion  4104  includes part of the catheter shaft  4106 , the first expandable structure  4120 , the second expandable structure  4122 , and a tubular member  4128 . The first expandable structure  4120  includes a plurality of splines coupled to the catheter shaft  4106 . The tubular member  4128  may be in a lumen of the catheter shaft  4106 . In some examples, the distal ends of the splines are coupled to a distal hub that is coupled to the tubular member  4128 , and the proximal ends of the splines are coupled to the catheter shaft  4106 . Distal segments of the splines may be slidable in a distal hub, for example as described herein. The tubular member  4128  comprises a lumen  4129 . The lumen  4129  is in fluid communication with the second expandable member  4122 . 
     The second expandable member  4122  may be adjacent to the first expandable member  4120  (e.g., distance of 0 cm) or longitudinally (proximally or distally) spaced from the first expandable member  4120  by up to about 5 cm (e.g., about 0.25 cm, about 0.5 cm, about 1 cm, about 1.5 cm, about 2 cm, about 2.5 cm, about 3 cm, about 4 cm, about 5 cm, ranges between such values, etc.). The amount of spacing, if any, may at least partially depend on the location of a target site, the stiffness of the catheter shaft  4106 , the number of splines of the first expandable member  4120 , the expanded diameter of the first expandable member  4120 , etc. 
       FIG.  41 D  is a side view of the portion of  4104  of  FIG.  41 B  in an inflated state. Specifically, the second expandable member  4122  is inflated. In some examples, fluid (e.g., saline, contrast, etc.) may be injected into the lumen  4129  until the second expandable member  4122  radially expands. In some examples, the second expandable member  4122  may longitudinally expand. The inflated second expandable member  4122  may be a Swan-Ganz balloon, which can be used to float the distal portion  4104  to a target site such as a pulmonary artery. Rather than tracking a guidewire through the catheter system  4100 , the catheter system  4100  may comprise an all-in-one system in which the second expandable member comprises an electrode matrix. In some examples, the catheter system  4100  may be devoid of a second expandable member  4122  and/or may be configured to track over a guidewire, which may be positioned in vasculature (e.g., in the right pulmonary artery  4143 ) prior to introduction of the catheter system  4100 , for example as described herein using a Swan-Ganz technique, fluoroscopy-guided steering, etc. 
       FIG.  41 E  is a perspective view of the portion of  4104  of  FIG.  41 B  in an expanded state. Specifically, the first expandable member  4120  is expanded. In some examples, operation of the actuation mechanism  4112  can cause the first expandable structure  4120  to expand and contract. For example, rotation and/or longitudinal movement of the actuation mechanism  4112  can cause the tubular member  4128  to proximally retract, the catheter shaft  4106  to distally advance, or a combination thereof, each of which can push the first expandable member  4120  radially outward. In certain such examples, the tubular member  4128  can inflate the second expandable member by flowing fluid through the lumen  4129  and can expand the first expandable member  4120  by proximally retracting. A dual function tubular member  4128  may reduce mass and/or complexity of the catheter system  4100 . In some examples, different structures can be used to accomplish one or more of these functions. For example, in some examples, the splines may be self-expanding such that the actuation mechanism  4112  or another mechanism (e.g., retraction of a sheath over the splines) allows the splines to self-expand from a compressed state for navigation to a target site to an expanded state for treatment at the target site. In certain such examples, the diameter of the first expandable structure  4120  in the expanded state may be oversized to most the intended vasculature of most subjects to ensure vessel wall apposition. In some examples, the splines may be non-self-expanding such that the splines only expand upon operation of the actuation mechanism  4112 . In some examples, the splines may be self-expanding, and the actuation mechanism  4112  may further expand the splines, which may provide an adjustable first expandable structure  4120  diameter usable for a range of vessel sizes, wall apposition forces, etc. Examples in which the first expandable structure  4120  does not appose the wall in the event of an error could be advantageous for safety, for example as described with respect to the system  2200 . In some examples, the wires are not fixed distally (e.g., to a distal hub), which can allow each wire to move independently, which may accommodate curvature at a deployment site. 
     In the expanded state, the first expandable structure  4120  comprises splines that are circumferentially spaced from each other on one side of a plane that includes a longitudinal axis of the distal portion  4104 . In some examples, the splines comprise wires having a diameter between about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm) and about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm) (e.g., about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the diameter of the expandable structure  4120  in the expanded state is between about 15 mm and about 30 mm (e.g., about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 22 mm, about 24 mm, about 26 mm, about 28 mm, about 30 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). 
     The splines of the first expandable member  4120  may comprise an electrode array comprising a plurality of electrodes to form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. For example, in some examples, the expandable structure  4120  comprises a mesh or membrane comprising electrodes that is stretched across two or more of the splines. Upon expansion of the first expandable structure  4120 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  41 F  schematically illustrates the first expandable structure  4120  expanded in vasculature. The vasculature may include, for example, a pulmonary trunk  4132 , a right pulmonary artery  4134 , and a left pulmonary artery  4136 . In some examples, the catheter  4106  is asymmetric such that the catheter shaft  4106  can bend during floating to naturally align the first expandable structure  4120  with the right pulmonary artery  4134 . After expansion of the first expandable structure  4120 , the catheter system  4100  may be proximally retracted until the first expandable structure  4120  snaps into place. Upon positioning of the first expandable member  4120 , electrodes on splines of the first expandable structure  4120  may be used to stimulate a target nerve  4138 . 
       FIG.  41 G  schematically illustrates another example of the first expandable structure  4120  expanded in vasculature. The vasculature may include, for example, a pulmonary trunk  4132 , a right pulmonary artery  4134 , and a left pulmonary artery  4136 . The bending and positioning of the tubular member  4128  against the left side of the pulmonary trunk  4132  may position and anchor the first expandable structure  4120  in the right pulmonary artery  4134  in a position for stimulating a target nerve  4138 . 
     In some examples, expansion of the first expandable structure  4120  bends the distal portion  4104  relative to the catheter shaft  4106 . This bending may advantageously help to anchor the distal portion  4104  at a target site. For example, the tubular member  4128  can appose a first side of a vessel and the catheter shaft  4106  can appose an opposite side of the vessel. 
       FIG.  42 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode structure  4224 . The electrode structure  4224  may be used with expandable structures as described herein. In  FIG.  42 A , the electrode structure  4224  is shown on a spline  4222  of an expandable structure. The electrode structure  4224  comprises a plurality of electrodes  4202  and insulation  4204  around the electrodes  4202 . The electrodes  4202  extend around the circumference of the electrode structure  4224 . The electrode structure  4224  may be formed separately and then slid over the spline  4222 . 
       FIG.  42 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode structure  4225 . The electrode structure  4225  may be used with expandable structures as described herein. In  FIG.  42 B , the electrode structure  4225  is shown on a spline  4222  of an expandable structure. The electrode structure  4225  comprises a plurality of electrodes  4203  and insulation  4204  around the electrodes  4203 . The electrodes  4203  extend partially around the circumference of the electrode structure  4225 . The electrode structure  4225  further comprises insulation  4205  on an inner side, which can insulate the electrodes  4203  and direct energy radially outward. The electrode structure  4225  may be formed separately and then slid over the spline  4222 . 
       FIG.  43 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode  4302 . The electrode  4302  is a button electrode that may be coupled to a spline or a mesh. The electrode  4302  does not comprise insulation such that energy may be emitted in all directions. 
       FIG.  43 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode  4303 . The electrode  4303  is a button electrode that may be coupled to a spline or a mesh. The electrode  4303  comprises insulation  4305  such that energy is emitted from uninsulated areas, which can provide directional control. 
       FIG.  44 A  is a side view of an example of an electrode  4402 . The electrode  4402  is a barrel electrode that may be coupled to a spline or a mesh. The electrode  4303  does not comprise insulation such that energy may be emitted in all directions. 
       FIG.  44 B  is a side view of another example of an electrode  4403 . The electrode  4403  is a barrel electrode that may be coupled to a spline or a mesh. The electrode  4403  comprises insulation  4405  such that energy is emitted from uninsulated areas, which can provide directional control. In some examples, the rotational position of the electrode  4403  around a spline is fixed, for example to direct energy radially outward. 
       FIG.  45    is a schematic diagram of neurostimulation of a nerve proximate to a vessel wall. An electrode  4508  is positioned in a vessel cavity  4506 , and the vessel wall  4504  is proximate to or adjacent to a nerve  4502 . The electrode  4508  is partially insulated (e.g., as in the electrode  4303 ) such that energy primarily radiates from one side. The electrode  4508  may have an area between about 1 mm 2  and about 3 mm 2 . In some examples, the electrode  4508  comprises platinum iridium. In some examples, the uninsulated surface of the electrode  4508  is treated, for example to increase surface area. The energy radiates from the surface of the electrode  4508  and dissipates in the vessel wall  4504 . A portion of the energy radiates out of the vessel wall  4504  and captures part of the nerve  4502 . The nerve  4502  also dissipates the energy, which does not extend far beyond the nerve  4502 , which could reduce the chances of capturing other undesired or unintended nerves, which could reduce side effects such as pain, cough, etc. The nerve may have a diameter  4503  between about 1 mm and about 2 mm. Even with insulation, some energy may be emitted from the opposite surface into the vessel cavity  4506 , where blood or other materials may dissipate the energy. 
     Table 1 shows the correlation between changes in right ventricle contractility and left ventricle contractility after three different changes. The correlation was a heartbeat-by-heartbeat analysis. Pressure measurements, taken by a Millar catheter comprising a MEMS pressure sensor, in units of max(dP/dt) was used as a surrogate for contractility. 
     The first change, a dobutamine injection, provided a very high contractility increase greater than 500%. The average correlation between right ventricle contractility and left ventricle contractility was very good at 0.91, where 1.00 is a perfect correlation. Accordingly, if a subject is given a dobutamine injection, measuring changes to right ventricle contractility can provide accurate information about changes to left ventricle contractility. The first change was repeated three times. 
     The second change, calcium injection at 5 mL, provided a contractility increase of about 20%.  FIG.  46 A  shows the left ventricle pressure in blue as measured by a Millar Mikro-Cath (MEMS) pressure sensor catheter, right ventricle pressure as measured by a pressure sensor in communication with a fluid filled lumen in yellow, and right ventricle pressure in purple as measured by a Millar Mikro-Cath (MEMS) pressure sensor catheter, as well as arterial pressure in green as measured in the aorta by a Millar Mikro-Cath (MEMS) pressure sensor catheter. The average correlation between right ventricle contractility and left ventricle contractility using a Millar (MEMS) sensor on a catheter was very good at 0.91. The average correlation between right ventricle contractility and left ventricle contractility using a fluid-filled lumen of a Swan-Ganz catheter in communication with an external pressure sensor was also very good at 0.87. Accordingly, under certain circumstances such as measurement of an animal (normal, non-HF ovine model) model, if a subject is given a calcium injection, measuring changes to right ventricle contractility with a MEMS sensor or a fluid filled lumen can provide accurate information about changes to left ventricle contractility. 
     The fourth change, neurostimulation as described herein, provided a contractility increase of about 28%. The correlation between right ventricle contractility and left ventricle contractility was very good at 0.90. Accordingly, if a subject is given neurostimulation, measuring changes to right ventricle contractility can provide accurate information about changes to left ventricle contractility.  FIG.  46 B  shows the left ventricle contractility in teal and the right ventricle contractility in gold for the neurostimulation change in which the neurostimulation was applied after about 35 seconds and then cut off after being applied for about 2 minutes. In the first several beats after the calcium injection, the left ventricle contractility increased dramatically, but the right ventricle contractility only slightly increased. Thereafter, the left ventricle contractility tapered off logarithmically or exponentially, but the right ventricle contractility decreased very slowly. These differences help to show why the correlation between left ventricle contractility and right ventricle contractility are poorly correlated for calcium injections. The fourth change was not repeated. 
     
       
         
           
               
               
               
               
             
               
                   
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                 ~20 
               
               
                   
                   
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                 0.90 
                 ~28 
               
               
                   
                   
               
            
           
         
       
     
     In some examples, a MEMS pressure sensor can be integrated into the catheter systems described herein, for example configured to reside in the right ventricle to measure right ventricle contractility, which can be accurately correlated to left ventricle contractility for neurostimulation. In some examples, an alternative pressure measurement system, for example a fluid-filled (e.g., saline-filled) lumen having a first end in communication with an external pressure sensor (e.g., connected via a luer fitting) and a second end in communication with an aperture configured to reside in the right ventricle to measure right ventricle contractility, which can be accurately correlated to left ventricle contractility for neurostimulation. MEMS pressure sensors may provide higher fidelity (more immediate feedback) than pressure sensing lumens. MEMS pressure sensors may occupy less catheter volume because they do not include a lumen, which can reduce the size of the catheter and/or provide additional space for other devices. MEMS pressure sensors may be easier to set up, for example compared to filling a lumen with fluid and correctly coupling the fluid filled lumen to a sensor. MEMS pressure sensors may be easier to place anatomically. Easier set up and/or placement may lead to more accurate results. MEMS pressure sensors may reduce or eliminate a whip effect in which curvature of a fluid filled lumen may kink when bending around a curve, which can provide inaccurate readings. Pressure sensing lumens may advantageously be well suited for long dwell times, as they are less likely to be affected by blood than MEMS sensors. In some examples, multiple pressure sensors, of the same type or different types, may be used, for example to provide a more accurate measurement (e.g., by taking an average or a weighted average of the measurements). 
     The accuracy of measurement of left ventricle contractility by measuring right ventricle contractility during neurostimulation can be used to monitor therapy efficacy. The accuracy of measurement of left ventricle contractility by measuring right ventricle contractility during neurostimulation can be used to monitor therapy efficacy. In some examples, left ventricle contractility, after correlation from a measurement of right ventricle contractility, can be used for closed loop control (e.g., neurostimulation parameter adjustments, turning neurostimulation on and/or off, etc.). 
     In some examples, pressure such as right ventricle pressure can be monitored for safety purposes. For example, right ventricle pressure, correlated left ventricle pressure, and optionally other measurements such as right atrium pressure can be used as a surrogate ECG signal for determining heart rate and/or arrhythmias. As described below, such variables may not be normally measurable during stimulation. 
     For another example, pressure can be used to determine if a catheter has moved, for example from the right ventricle into the right atrium or the superior vena cava, or from the pulmonary artery into the right ventricle. The system may be configured to trigger (e.g., automatically) certain events upon determination of movement, such as stopping stimulation, collapsing an electrode basket, releasing an anchor, etc. 
     Monitoring therapy efficacy in a manner integral with the stimulation device already being used, for example using a sensor on a portion of a catheter proximal to a stimulation element, can provide certain advantages. For example, no separate procedure for placement of the sensor can reduce operation time. The sensor preferably responds quickly to stimulation. The sensor preferably provides useful feedback about when the target nerve is engaged. The sensor is preferably non-invasive or incorporated into a stimulation catheter. 
     Example signals that may be correlated with contractility and/or relaxation and/or nerve engagement to monitor therapy engagement include: systolic time intervals such as the pre-ejection period (time from QRS onset on ECG to LV max dP/dt); LV ejection time (time from aortic valve open to aortic valve close); and/or systolic blood pressure and/or mean arterial pressure (e.g., driven by increases in systolic blood pressure). Systolic time intervals can decrease and/or systolic pressures can increase with certain stimulation therapies described herein. There are multiple ways to measure each of these signals. For example, the LV ejection time can be estimated using arterial pressure and measuring time from aortic valve open to valve close using the dicrotic notch as a landmark, using the LV pressure waveform, from time at LV max dP/dt to time at LV min dP/dt, and/or using heart sounds, by assessing the duration of the S1 to S2 interval. The systolic blood pressure could be measured non-invasively, either intermittently using a blood pressure cuff or continuously using finger cuffs or tonometry to monitor changes in estimated peripheral arterial pressure (e.g., systolic pressure, mean pressure, pulse pressure). In some examples, changes in systolic time intervals and/or pressure changes in the right side (e.g., using RV pressure signal) could be used to assess status of nerve engagement, for example if left side pressures or other measurements are not available and/or in conjunction with left side assessments. Another measurement that might be useful to monitor nerve engagement might include the maximum rate pressure change in the right ventricle (max dP/dt), similar to the LV max dP/dt but using right ventricle (RV) pressures. Another example of a nerve engagement signal is the rate of change in the dP/dt signal (d 2 P/dt 2 , the second time derivative of the pressure signal) that may be calculated during the stimulation onset period (e.g., time from stimulation being turned on to the time when max dP/dt plateaus, which can be in a range of 20 to 30 seconds, although other ranges of time are contemplated for analysis). In certain such examples, an increase in stimulation amplitude might increase the value of this rate of change measurement, indicating that dP/dt is increasing at a faster rate. If the rate of change measurement fails to change above a certain threshold with a change in stimulation amplitude, it is possible that the nerve is not engaged by the stimulation therapy. Another measure of nerve engagement could include an estimate of stroke volume and/or cardiac output from the pulse contour of the right or left sided pressure signal (e.g., RV pressure). Stroke volume may be estimated by estimating the area under the pressure curve between valve open and valve close (minus the pressure at valve open). Multiplying the estimated stroke volume by the heart rate can provide an estimate of cardiac output. An increase in stroke volume or cardiac output might be expected with certain stimulation therapies described herein, and could be an indication of nerve engagement. Ultrasound (e.g., Doppler echocardiography) could be used to monitor changes in blood flow velocity in the pulmonary artery, for example by monitoring flow volume passing through a site (e.g., using the velocity time integral and multiplying by cross sectional area of the site such as the pulmonary artery), non-invasively and/or via a catheter sensor. One or more feedback signals could be used for determination of whether the nerve is being engaged during therapy delivery. 
     Several of the parameters useful to monitor nerve engagement may change over time and with different factors, such as cardiac loading conditions, subject autonomic state (e.g., white-coat syndrome), other physiological conditions (e.g., pressure changes in right arm vs. left arm are different), etc. Periodic or intermittent monitoring, for example as described herein, can account for such changes. 
     Increases in LV max dP/dt can occur within seconds of stimulation onset, reaching a plateau within 20 to 30 seconds, on average, for a given set of stimulation parameters and electrode configuration. Following stimulation off, LV max dP/dt slowly returns to the pre-stimulation baseline or a non-stimulation baseline (which may be higher than a pre-stimulation baseline after a treatment duration), for example within 3 to 5 minutes after turning stimulation off. 
     Several methods may be used to test nerve engagement. In one example, stimulation could be turned off or reduced to a sub-threshold level intermittently when the subject is at a steady state (e.g., once a day during the night or while asleep, intermittently during the day at prescribed time intervals, etc.). Decay to a baseline may occur after several minutes to detect whether stimulation was engaging the nerve, and/or a threshold may be used such that the engagement is determined when the signal reaches the threshold level. Turning stimulation back on and seeing the signal change in the favorable direction would further confirm whether the stimulation engages the nerve. A combination of stimulation parameter changes might be used to test nerve engagement with each parameter tested for a given duration (e.g., above the stimulation level, below the therapeutic stimulation level, and/or at a subthreshold level) and/or stimulation may be turned off. The stimulation parameter might be stimulation amplitude, but could also include stimulation pulse width, frequency, duty cycle, etc. The nerve engagement signal might be calibrated in a catheter lab (e.g., during catheter delivery) to assess how changes with a stimulation parameter might affect the nerve engagement signal, for example by evaluating changes in the signal with changes in LV max dP/dt. This calibration phase may be used to determine thresholds for nerve engagement detection for input into an algorithm, which may be used in the patient room to assess whether or not the nerve is engaged. The signal might be used to intermittently monitor catheter movement. The signal may be used to assess whether therapy might be titrated (e.g., if nerve is still engaged) or if the movement is larger (e.g., enough that the nerve not engaged) such that imaging or some other technique might be used to assess catheter location to help determine an action (e.g., select a different electrode to be activated), or catheter movement too large to reprogram (e.g., the nerve is not engageable without movement of the catheter). 
     In another example, a parameter of stimulation (e.g., amplitude, pulse width, etc.) could be turned to a lower setting and/or a higher setting to identify a change in the feedback signal. In this way, stimulation therapy would not be interrupted, just reduced or increased relative to the subject&#39;s therapy level. Changing a parameter, for example as opposed to turning stimulation off, may advantageously avoid a several minute wait time that may be associated with monitoring a decay to a baseline. Changes in the feedback signal(s) in the appropriate directions correlated with changes in the parameter changes in a short duration steady state type of setting could be used as an indicator for nerve engagement, particularly since such types of changes may be non-physiological. Such a test could be repeated for confirmation and could be manually triggered by the clinician, or automatically programmed to occur at certain time intervals. This action could be performed and/or programmed using the stimulator or through the programming interface. The stimulator user interface and/or stimulator panel might indicate whether the nerve is engaged by displaying the nerve engagement status (e.g., engaged or not engaged) and/or displaying the nerve signal. 
       FIG.  47 A  schematically illustrates an example electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG). The ECG includes a P wave, a Q wave, a R wave, a S wave, and a T wave, which are indicative of different events during a single heartbeat of a healthy patient. The P wave represent atrial depolarization, which causes the left atrium and the right atrium to push blood into the left ventricle and right ventricle, respectively. The flat period until the Q wave, the “PR Segment,” and the start of the P wave to the start of the Q wave is the “PR Interval.” The Q wave, the R wave, and the S wave, together the “QRS Complex,” represent ventricular depolarization, which causes the right ventricle to push blood into the pulmonary artery and towards the lungs and which causes the left ventricle to push blood into the atrium for distribution to the body. The T wave represents repolarization of the left and right ventricles. The flat period until the T wave is the “ST Segment” during which the ventricles are depolarized, and collectively the QRS Complex, the ST Segment, and the T wave are the “QT Interval.” Some ECGs also have a U wave after the T wave. The timing, amplitude, relative amplitude, etc. of the various waves, segments, intervals, and complexes can be used to diagnose various conditions of the heart. Electrical stimulation from the systems described herein may interfere with a normal ECG. In some examples, the ECG signal may be modified to account for such interference. 
     In some examples, the ECG may be monitored by the system so that stimulation is only applied during, for example, the period between the T wave and the P wave, the period between the S wave and the P wave, the period between the S wave and the Q wave, etc. The ECG may be artificially flatlined during periods of stimulation but unaffected during periods of non-stimulation. Some users may prefer to see a flatline or “blank” period rather than noise, an artificial signal, etc. In some examples, the ECG may be flatlined artificially high or low or show an irregular pattern during periods of stimulation so that a user of the ECG recognizes that the signal during such periods is not accurate.  FIG.  47 B  is an example of a modified electrocardiograph. During stimulation, which occurs in the period between the S wave and the T wave, the ECG is artificially low. 
       FIG.  47 C  is an example of a monitored electrocardiograph. As discussed above, the stimulation is timed to heartbeats. Rather than relying on the heartbeat, including intrabeat duration, remaining regular, stimulation is applied for a portion of the time between heartbeats, after which the ECG is monitored for the next beat. For example, stimulation is applied for a short period after S wave (represented by “S” in  FIG.  47 C ), followed by a monitoring period where the P wave should begin or be completed (represented by “M” in  FIG.  47 C ). If the P wave is detected, then stimulation and monitoring are repeated. If the P wave is not detected in the monitoring period, which may be indicative that something is wrong, stimulation can be stopped. Stimulation may be restarted by a user after determining that conditions are appropriate for stimulation. Stimulation may be restarted automatically by the system after a certain number of normal heartbeats following the aberration. 
     In some examples, for example in which the stimulation system has a low duty cycle such as 1 second ON and 5 seconds OFF, 5 seconds ON and 10 seconds OFF, etc., the ECG may be halted during the period of stimulation and replaced with an alternative reading. 
       FIG.  47 D  is an example of a modified electrocardiograph. During stimulation, the entire electrocardiograph is flatlined. In some examples, the ECG may be flatlined artificially high or low so that a user of the ECG recognizes that the signal during such periods is not accurate. 
       FIG.  47 E  is another example of a modified electrocardiograph. During stimulation, the duration of which is known in advance, the electrocardiograph from the period preceding the stimulation is copied and presented again as the ECG during stimulation.  FIG.  47 F  is still another example of a modified electrocardiograph. During stimulation, an artificial ECG, for example based on other patient data such as pressure, a perfect ECG, etc., is presented as the ECG during stimulation. In some examples based on pressure data, the artificial portion of the ECG may comprise or alternatively consist essentially of a R wave indicative of left ventricle contraction. The modified ECG of  FIGS.  47 E and  47 F  may allow integration with other machinery, for example which might alarm or function improperly if an ECG varied from a normal ECG. 
       FIG.  47 G  is yet another example of a modified electrocardiograph. During stimulation, an artificial ECG that is known to be artificial by visualization. For example, rather than waves with peaks, the waves may be represented as square waves. The modified ECG of  FIG.  47 G  may allow integration with other machinery, for example which might alarm or function improperly if an ECG varied from a normal ECG, and/or can be visualized and clearly known to not be representative of actual ECG data. 
     In some examples, the effect of the stimulation on the ECG can be filtered out to present a true ECG during periods of stimulation. 
     Certain safety systems for the catheter systems are described herein, for example collapsing to a retracted state. In some examples, a parameter may be monitored, and certain events can be effected in response to a monitored parameter exceeding a threshold. 
     In some examples, the monitored parameter comprises pressure from a pressure sensor configured to be in the pulmonary artery. A pressure deviating from pulmonary artery pressure may indicate that the catheter has slid back such that electrodes may be in the right ventricle. Events that may be effected include stopping stimulation, collapsing an expandable member, and/or sounding an alarm. In some examples, right ventricle pressure may be monitored to confirm that the deviating pressure shows right ventricle pressure. Other combinations of sensor positions and vascular pressures, for example between a downstream cavity and an upstream cavity, are also possible. For example, right pulmonary artery to pulmonary artery, left pulmonary artery to pulmonary artery, pulmonary artery to right ventricle, right ventricle to right atrium, right atrium to superior vena cava, right atrium to inferior vena cava, superior vena cava to left brachiocephalic vein, superior vena cava to right brachiocephalic vein, left brachiocephalic vein to left internal jugular vein, right brachiocephalic vein to right internal jugular vein, combinations thereof, and the like. 
     In some examples, the monitored parameter comprises movement from a movement sensor. The pressure sensor may comprise, for example, a capacitive sensor, a magnetic sensor, a contact switch, combinations thereof, and the like. In some examples, the movement sensor is positioned at the access point (e.g., a left internal jugular vein). Movement greater than a certain distance (e.g., greater than about 0.5 cm, greater than about 1 cm, or greater than about 2 cm) may trigger effect events including stopping stimulation, collapsing an expandable member, and/or sounding an alarm. In some examples, a plurality of movement sensors spaced longitudinally along the system may be used to verify the detected movement. 
     In some examples, the monitored parameter comprises heart rate. As described herein, a pressure waveform may be used to monitor heart rate during stimulation. Other methods of monitoring heart rate during stimulation are also possible. If the heart rate changes by a certain amount or percentage, events that may be effected include stopping stimulation, collapsing an expandable member, and/or sounding an alarm. 
     In some examples, the monitored parameter comprises electrode impedance. If an electrode is configured to be pressed against a vessel wall, or spaced from the vessel wall by a distance, that configuration results in an impedance. If the impedance changes by a certain amount or percentage, events that may be effected include stopping stimulation, collapsing an expandable member, using an unused electrode, and/or sounding an alarm. 
       FIG.  47 Hi  schematically illustrates an example system for blanking neurostimulation from an ECG. As discussed herein, application of neurostimulation to a subject  4702  can affect an ECG reading of the subject  4702 . One solution is to blank the ECG reading during neurostimulation, for example using the system of  FIG.  47 Hi . The subject  4702  is connected to an ECG system  4704  as usual to measure the rate and rhythm of heartbeats. Sometimes, an ECG amplifier  4708  may be used to amplify signals from the ECG system  4704  prior to providing the sensed information on an ECG display  4710 . The system shown in  FIG.  47 Hi  includes an ECG blanker  4706  between the ECG system and the ECG amplifier. The ECG blanker  4706  is configured to capture and manipulate data from the ECG system  4704  prior to sending such data to the ECG amplifier  4708 . The subject  4702  is also connected to a neurostimulation system  4712 , for example the neurostimulation systems including electrode structures and the like as described herein. Other neurostimulation systems, including for other indications, are also possible. In some examples, the neurostimulation system  4712  may comprise the ECG blanker  4706 . The ECG blanker  4706  can inhibit or prevent a neurostimulation waveform and/or effects of neurostimulation on an ECG signal from corrupting an ECG signal. 
     In some examples, the ECG blanker  4706  can receive a signal from the neurostimulation system  4712  when the neurostimulation system  4712  is applying neurostimulation. The signal can also open a circuit of the ECG blanker  4706  to interrupt the signal between the ECG system  4704  and the ECG amplifier  4708 . When the ECG amplifier  4708  does not receive a signal during neurostimulation, the ECG display  4710  may be blank. Stopping sending the signal when not applying neurostimulation can re-close the circuit between the ECG system  4704  and the ECG amplifier  4708 . In some examples, the neurostimulation system  4712  can send a separate signal to the ECG blanker  4706  to cause a similar effect. The ECG blanker  4706  may comprise, for example, a blanking circuit, a comparator, a relay, combinations thereof, and the like. 
     In some examples, the ECG blanker  4706  uses deterministic timing to predict when heartbeats will occur, and instructs the neuromodulation system  4712  to not apply neurostimulation during those time windows, for example so the ECG signal is not blanked when a user would expect to see a heartbeat. During neurostimulation, the signal to the ECG amplifier  4708  is blanked (e.g., at least during the biphasic waveform), which inhibits or prevents high energy stimulation noise from saturating the ECG amplifier  4708 . The ECG signal may be held at a constant voltage during stimulation pulses. For complicated heartbeats (e.g., premature ventricular contraction (PVC), bigeminy, etc.), additional blanking and/or other ECG signal manipulation may be used. 
     FIG.  47 Hii schematically illustrates an example method of modifying an ECG waveform. During a first duration, R waves of ECGs are detected or monitored. The R to R interval  4720  (FIG.  41 Hii) of the detected ECGs are measured. A weighted sum average of the R to R intervals is calculated. In some examples, beats well outside the weighted sum may be excluded, for example because they may be indicative of a PVC, a missed beat, etc. 
     The window of time for the next beat can be estimated using the weighted sum average. In startup mode or if a stable R to R interval cannot be established, the neurostimulation duty cycle can drop (e.g., to 20%). The prediction window timing can be dynamic based on the heart rate. For example, a faster rate may be used for a smaller window and/or a slower rate may be used for a wider window. 
     The neurostimulation is blanked from occurring during the estimated window when a heartbeat is expected. In some examples, neurostimulation is applied between an expected T wave and an expected P wave (e.g., as illustrated in FIG.  47 Hiii). In some examples, neurostimulation is applied between an expected T wave and an expected Q wave. In some examples, neurostimulation is applied between an expected S wave and an expected Q wave. In some examples, neurostimulation is applied between an expected S wave and an expected P wave. Blanking the neurostimulation can inhibit or prevent blanking of the ECG amplifier input at a time when a heartbeat is expected. The rate of neurostimulation may be modulated slightly to move a stimulation pulse outside of the expected heartbeat window. Multiple stimulation pulses may be skipped to avoid the expected heartbeat window. 
     In some examples, the ECG amplifier  4708  has an input blanking circuit that is controlled by a neurostimulation signal (e.g., from the ECG blanker  4706  or directly from the neurostimulation system  4712 ). During active neurostimulation (e.g., having a biphasic waveform), the ECG amplifier  4708  input is blanked. The input potential may be sampled and held during the blanking. The ECG amplifier  4708  is thereby not disrupted by the neurostimulation signal. 
     FIG.  47 Hiii schematically illustrates an example ECG waveform uncorrupted by application of neurostimulation. A waveform corrupted by the application of the neurostimulation (e.g., without blanking neurostimulation) may be unsuitable for use by equipment and/or staff to diagnose issues with the subject, falsely trigger alarms, or cause other issues. As described above, FIG.  47 Hiii shows an example measured R to R interval  4720 . Using the methods and systems described herein, for example, neurostimulation is applied between a T wave  4722  and a P wave  4724 . Stated oppositely, during the duration between the T wave  4722  and the P wave  4724 , neurostimulation is not blanked and is allowed to occur. Two example biphasic neurostimulation signals are shown in dashed circles  4726 ,  4728 . For example, if the duration between the T wave  4722  and the P wave  4724  is 1 second, the dashed circle  4726 , which includes two cycles, would be about 120 Hz, and the dashed circle  4728 , which includes four cycles, would be about 240 Hz. These are schematic illustrations and it will be appreciated that the stimulation waves (shape, pulse width, frequency, amplitude, etc.) can vary. 
     In some examples, because the time to the next R wave is known, a time (e.g., in milliseconds) or a percentage of the R-R interval may be used to set the blanking periods. For example, if the R-R interval is one second, stimulation may be permitted for 300 milliseconds after an R wave and then blanked after 700 milliseconds after the R wave, about 300 milliseconds before the next expected R wave. For another example, stimulation may be permitted for 30% of the R-R interval after an R wave and then blanked after 70% of the R-R interval after the R wave, about 30% of the R-R interval before the next expected R wave. These times and percentages are for example purposes only, and the actual times and percentages used can be based on statistical analysis, experience, tolerance for stimulation during T waves, tolerance for stimulation during P waves, duty cycle, effect on contractility and/or relaxation, combinations thereof, and/or other factors. 
     Neurostimulation may be allowed to occur or not blanked during other portions of an R to R interval, as described herein (e.g., T to Q, S to Q, S to P, etc.). In some examples, neurostimulation is blanked between an expected P wave and an expected T wave, between an expected P wave and an expected S wave, between an expected Q wave and an expected T wave, and/or between an expected Q wave and an expected S wave. In some examples, neurostimulation at least partially overlapping a P wave or a T wave is permissible. 
       FIG.  47 I  schematically illustrates an example system for filtering noise from an ECG signal. The system comprises a filter assembly  4732  between the ECG leads  4730  and the ECG system  4704 . In some examples, the neurostimulation system  4712  comprises the filter assembly  4732 . 
       FIG.  47 J  schematically illustrates an example filter assembly  4732 . The filter assembly  4732  comprises an ECG lead input  4733 , an optional analog to digital converter  4734 , a filter  4735 , an optional digital to analog converter  4736 , and an output to ECG  4737 . The ECG lead input  4733  is configured to accept input from ECG leads (e.g., a 3 lead ECG, a 5 lead ECG, a 12 lead ECG, or others). Rather than plugging the ECG leads into an ECG system, the ECG leads  4730  are plugged into the filter assembly  4732 . The analog signals from the ECG leads are received by the analog to digital converter  4734 . The analog to digital converter  4734  converts the analog signals from the ECG leads into digital signals. The digital signals from the analog to digital converter  4734  are received by the digital filer  4735 . The filter  4735  may comprise a digital filter, for example, a notch filter, a low pass filter, a band-stop filter, a finite impulse response (FIR) filter, a digital signal processor, etc. The filter  4735  may be configured to filter the digital signal at a certain frequency. The filter  4735  may be adjustable to different frequencies. In some examples, the filter assembly  4732  is in communication with the neuromodulation system  4712 , and the neuromodulation system  4712  sets the filter frequency. In some examples, the filter assembly  4732  includes an input for manually or electronically setting the filter frequency. The filtered digital signals from the filter  4735  are received by the digital to analog converter  4736 . The digital to analog converter  4736  converts the filtered digital signals from the digital filter  4735  into analog signals. The analog signals from the digital to analog converter  4736  are received by the output to ECG  4737 . The output to ECG  4737  may comprise wires mimicking ECG leads. The analog signals from the output to ECG  4737  are received by the ECG system  4704 , which does not differentiate between the analog signals directly from the ECG leads and the analog signals from the output to ECG  4737 . In some examples, the analog to digital converter  4734  and the digital to analog converter  4736  may be omitted, and the filter  4735  may comprise an analog filter. In some examples, one piece of hardware may comprise both the analog to digital converter  4734  and the digital to analog converter  4736 . In some examples, additional hardware may be used to modify the signal to be more amenable to the ECG system  4704 . 
       FIGS.  47 Ki - 47 Kvii schematically illustrate example effects of filtering noise from an ECG signal. The filter  4735  is a single digital low pass filter and  FIGS.  47 Ki - 47 Kvii show the effects of setting the filter  4735  at different frequencies, both before and during neurostimulation. Stimulation at a frequency of 20 Hz, for example in accordance with the examples described herein, is started at the line  4740 . 
       FIG.  47 Ki  shows the effects of using a low pass digital filter  4735  having a cutoff frequency set at 100 Hz on an ECG signal. Prior to stimulation, the ECG signal is not affected. After stimulation begins, the ECG signal shows significant noise, and the digital filter  4735  has very little effect. The 100 Hz filter does clean up noise on the S-T segment of the ECG signal. FIG.  47 Kii plots the effect of the filter  4735  set at 100 Hz across the frequency spectrum. The stimulation frequency, 20 Hz, causes a large peak at 20 Hz and a smaller peak at 40 Hz. The peaks from the ECG leads (e.g., between about 1 Hz and about 10 Hz) are also maintained. In some examples, stimulation at greater than 100 Hz may have little effect on an ECG signal, for example because an ECG system may include a high pass filter set to a frequency less than 100 Hz. 
     FIG.  47 Kiii shows the effects of using a low pass digital filter  4735  having a cutoff frequency set at 30 Hz on an ECG signal. Prior to stimulation, the ECG signal is not affected. After stimulation begins, the ECG signal shows some noise, and the digital filter  4735  significantly attenuates the noise caused by of the stimulation. For example, R-wave peaks are detectable, and the S-T segment is clean (substantially no noise). 
     FIG.  47 Kiv shows the effects of using a low pass digital filter  4735  having a cutoff frequency set at 20 Hz on an ECG signal. Prior to stimulation, the ECG signal is not affected. After stimulation begins, the ECG signal shows some noise, and the digital filter  4735  significantly attenuates the noise caused by of the stimulation, more than at 30 Hz shown in FIG.  47 Kiii. As shown below, matching the filter frequency to the stimulation frequency does not necessarily produce the best ECG signal noise reduction effect. 
       FIG.  47 Kv  shows the effects of using a low pass digital filter  4735  having a cutoff frequency set at 15 Hz on an ECG signal. Prior to stimulation, the ECG signal is not affected. After stimulation begins, the ECG signal shows some noise, and the digital filter  4735  significantly attenuates the noise caused by of the stimulation, more than at 20 Hz shown in FIG.  47 Kiv. 
     FIG.  47 Kvi shows the effects of using a low pass digital filter  4735  having a cutoff frequency set at 10 Hz on an ECG signal. Prior to stimulation, the ECG signal is not affected. After stimulation begins, the ECG signal shows very little noise, and the digital filter  4735  significantly attenuates the noise caused by of the stimulation, more than at 15 Hz shown in  FIG.  47 Kv . Indeed, the ECG signal before and after stimulation appears the same. FIG.  47 Kvii plots the effect of the filter  4735  set at 10 Hz across the frequency spectrum. Even at the stimulation frequency, 20 Hz, there is no peak. The peaks from the ECG leads (e.g., between about 1 Hz and about 10 Hz, but including some frequencies up to about 40 Hz) are reduced, but maintained. Without being bound by any particular theory, it is believed that the filter knee or −3 dB point for a 10 Hz filter is at a point where interference is attenuated at the 20 Hz stimulation frequency. If the filter is set at a frequency lower than 10 Hz (e.g., 5 Hz), then the filter may remove data used for the ECG (e.g., between 1 Hz and 10 Hz) with little or no benefit versus 10 Hz. In some examples, a series of low pass filters at a frequency higher than 10 Hz may achieve a similar effect, for example by increasing the slope of the knee, the −3 dB point, and reducing the cutoff frequency. 
     Filtering noise from an ECG signal, for example as shown in FIG.  47 Kvi, can provide one or more advantages. The ECG display can be clean, with substantially no stimulation-induced noise, for reading by a user. Arrhythmia detection can be fully functional without false alarms or missed detection. Pacing artifact detection can operate without false detects. For ECG systems including a filter setup, the setup is not changed but for the filter used. 
     In some examples, the filter  4735  may comprise a notch filter, for example set or adjusted to match the stimulation frequency. A notch filter may provide a similar advantage as a low pass filter and not effect the ECG signal at higher frequencies. If certain other frequencies are known or expected to be affected by the neurostimulation (e.g., a multiple of the stimulation frequency), a plurality of notch filters at the expected problem frequencies may be used. 
       FIG.  47 L  schematically illustrates an example system for matching neurostimulation frequency to ECG monitoring frequency. The ECG system  4704  typically operates at a single frequency (e.g., 50 Hz or 60 Hz, depending on brand, model, etc.). In some neurostimulation systems described herein, the frequency range may be between about 2 Hz and about 40 Hz (e.g., about 20 Hz) to obtain a desired effect on left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation. The neurostimulation frequency can interfere with the ECG system  4704  (e.g., producing a corrupted ECG signal). The frequency matched neurostimulation system  4740  is configured to apply neurostimulation at the same frequency at which the ECG system  4704  operates. In some examples, the neurostimulation frequency  4740  is coupled to the ECG system  4704  and can detect the operating frequency. In some examples, the neurostimulation frequency  4740  comprises a frequency input controllable by a user (e.g., selectable between a predetermined number of frequencies at which ECG systems  4704  operate). The input may comprise the frequency itself, a brand, a model, combinations thereof, and the like. As discussed, the frequency-matched frequency may be less than ideal for having the intended therapeutic effect. Other stimulation parameters may be modified in view of the frequency. For example, pulse width may be reduced, amplitude may be reduced, duty cycle may be increased, combinations thereof, and/or the like. In some examples, frequency may be predetermined rather than optimized, and then systems and methods described herein may be used to optimize other stimulation parameters. In some examples, a stimulation waveform may be modified to provide the same average energy. 
     The catheter systems disclosed herein can be delivered, deployed, operated, and removed from the body according to any suitable method.  FIGS.  48 A- 48 H  illustrate an example method for delivering and deploying a catheter system  4800  comprising an expandable structure  4820  including electrodes  4824 . The catheter system  4800  may be the same or similar to the catheter system  3700  or other catheter systems disclosed herein. The catheter system  4800  may be delivered through a jugular vein to the superior vena cava, right atrium, right ventricle, through the pulmonary valve, and into the right pulmonary artery. 
     As shown in  FIG.  48 A , a syringe  4813  may be used to insert a needle  4814  for initially accessing the jugular vein  4815 . A guidewire  4816  may then be inserted into the jugular vein  4815  through the needle  4814 . As shown in  FIG.  48 B , the needle  4814  may be removed, and an introducer  4830  may be inserted into the jugular vein  4815  over the guidewire  4816 , such that the introducer  4830  spans and maintains the opening into the jugular vein  4815 . The introducer may comprise, for example, 11 French ARROW-FLEX® introducer from Teleflex, Inc. of Westmeath, Ireland, although other introducers may be used. The introducer may comprise a flexible shaft  4831  and a hemostasis valve  4832 . 
     After the introducer  4830  is inserted into the jugular vein  4815 , a Swan-Ganz catheter  4840  may be floated to the right pulmonary artery  4842 , as illustrated in  FIG.  48 C . The Swan-Ganz catheter  4840  comprises an inflatable balloon  4841  at its distal end. The Swan-Ganz catheter  4842  may be inserted into the introducer  4830  over the guidewire  4816 , and, once the balloon  4841  is distal to the introducer  4830 , the balloon  4841  may be inflated. The inflated balloon  4841  is carried by the natural blood flow, pulling the distal tip of the Swan-Ganz catheter  4840  into the right pulmonary artery  4842 . The guidewire  4816  may be distally advanced through a guidewire lumen of the Swan-Ganz catheter  4840  until the distal end of the guidewire  4816  is positioned in the right pulmonary artery  4842 . Once the guidewire  4816  is in place, the balloon  4841  may be deflated and the Swan Ganz catheter  4840  can be proximally retracted out of the vasculature. The catheter assembly  4800  may include an inflatable balloon at its distal end such that the Swan Ganz catheter  4840  and the guidewire  4816  may be omitted. 
     An introducer sheath  4833  and dilator  4834  can be tracked over the guidewire  4816  to the pulmonary trunk or the right pulmonary artery  4842 . When the introducer sheath  4833  is in place, the dilator  4834  can be withdrawn. The catheter system  4800  may be inserted through the introducer  4830 , through the introducer sheath  4833 , and tracked over the guidewire  4816  to the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833 . If the expandable structure  4820  is self-expanding the expandable structure can be in a radially compressed state in the introducer sheath  4833  and in a radially expanded state out of the introducer sheath  4833 . The expandable structure  4820  may prolapse from the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833   by  distally advancing the expandable structure, proximally retracting the introducer sheath  4833 , and/or combinations thereof. For example, if the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833  is in the pulmonary trunk, the expandable structure  4820  may be distally advanced and follow the guidewire  4816  into the right pulmonary artery  4842 .  FIG.  48 D  shows the expandable structure  4820  in a radially expanded configuration after exiting the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833 . 
     The introducer sheath  4833  may be retracted to a position proximal or distal to the pulmonary valve  4847 . If the catheter system  4800  includes a pressure sensor positioned in the right ventricle  4849 , the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833  may be retracted to a position proximal to the pressure sensor, and thus proximal to the pulmonary valve  4847 , to expose the pressure sensor to the right ventricle. The introducer sheath  4833  may be retracted to a position distal to the pulmonary artery  4847  such that proximal retraction of the expandable member  4820  causes the expandable member  4820  to be radially compressed by the introducer sheath  4833  and an expanded expandable member  4820  cannot cross the pulmonary valve  4847 . If the introducer sheath  4833  is splittable, the introducer  4830  may be retracted from the body entirely and removed from the catheter shaft assembly  4806  by splitting along its circumference. 
       FIGS.  48 D- 48 E  show the expandable structure  4820  positioned within the right pulmonary artery  4842 . In  FIG.  48 D , is in a self-expanded state after exiting the distal end of the introducer sheath  4833 . In  FIG.  48 E , the expandable structure  4820  is in a further expanded state, for example due to retraction of an actuation tube. As seen in  FIGS.  48 D- 48 E , the durometer of the flexible tubing and/or the hinge of the catheter shaft assembly  4806  can allow a tight bend (approximately 90 degrees) as the catheter system  3800  transitions from the pulmonary artery trunk into the right pulmonary artery  4842 . The catheter shaft assembly  4806  may be positioned firmly against the left side of the pulmonary artery trunk. Upon further expansion, for example 2 mm greater than the diameter of the right pulmonary artery  4842  in a maximum systolic state, the expandable structure  4820  is anchored. The neuromodulation procedure may occur over several days, so maintaining a position of the expandable structure  4820  by anchoring in the right pulmonary artery  4842  may provide consistency over the duration of the procedure. 
     The introducer  4830  may optionally be fixed relative to the patient during the procedure to inhibit or prevent inadvertent repositioning of the catheter system  4800 .  FIG.  48 F  shows an example of a handle  4810  of a catheter assembly  4800  that has been inserted into an introducer  4830 . A silicone sleeve may be placed over the introducer  4830  and sutured to a surface outside the body of the patient and/or directly sutured to the patient. In some examples, the introducer  4830  is about 65 cm long and the catheter shaft assembly  4806  is about 100 cm long, leaving about 35 cm of neck  4835 . After the introducer sheath  4833  is partially retracted, for example proximal to the pulmonary valve  4847 , the neck  4835  may be reduce to about 15 to 20 cm. The introducer valve  4832  may form a secure connection between the introducer  4830  and the catheter shaft assembly  4806  of catheter system  4800 , such that the catheter system  4800  is not easily moved relative to the introducer  4830 . A silicone sleeve can optionally be placed over the actuation shaft assembly  4806  along the neck  4835  to maintain the desired spacing. An inadvertent dislocation of the expandable structure  4820  may be detected by a measured change in the heart contractility and/or relaxation if the electrodes  4824  are shifted out of a proper stimulating position. 
     The electrode array  4829  of the expandable structure  4820  may be positioned toward the superior and posterior portion of the right pulmonary artery  4842  for stimulating one or more cardiopulmonary nerves. Fluoroscopy may be used to visualize the positioning of the catheter system  4800 , including the expandable structure  4820 , to ensure proper orientation is achieved, especially relating to the circumferential orientation the electrode array  4829 . Fluoroscopy may be performed with or without contrast agents.  FIG.  48 G  shows a fluoroscopic image of the catheter system  4800  inserted into right pulmonary artery  4842 . The electrode array  4829  of expandable structure  4820  is visible without use of a contrast agent. Navigational guidance systems which incorporate positional sensors on catheters (e.g., NavX™, from St. Jude Medical Inc.) and/or cardiac mapping systems which map the electrophysiology of the heart surface may be used in conjunction with fluoroscopy or alternatively to fluoroscopy. Mapping performed additionally to fluoroscopy may be performed prior to or simultaneously with fluoroscopy. Pressure sensors or other means may be used to track positions of components of the catheter system, which can reduce or eliminate use of fluoroscopy. 
       FIG.  48 H  schematically depicts the activation of all of the electrodes  4824  on a single spline for stimulating a target nerve  4843 , although actual stimulation protocols may include as few as two electrodes  4824 , include electrodes  4824  on different splines, etc. The target nerve  4843  may be a cardiopulmonary nerve. In some examples, two electrodes  4824  positioned on either side of the target nerve  4843  may be activated. In some examples, the target nerve  4843  may be identified after positioning the expandable structure  4820  by “electrically moving” the catheter system  4800 , in which the catheter system  4800  and the expandable structure  4820  are not physically repositioned, but the selection of “active” electrodes  4824  within the electrode array  4829  is shifted across the array  4829  or otherwise altered to better capture the target nerve  4843 . The electrode array  4829  may be positioned so that the nerve is positioned between two or more electrodes (e.g., between two electrodes, between three electrodes, between four electrodes, etc.). 
     In some examples, a voltage pre-pulse may be applied to the tissue surrounding the target nerve  4843  immediately preceding a stimulation pulse. The pre-pulse may pre-polarize the nearby tissue and make it easier to stimulate the target nerve  4843  while avoiding stimulation of nearby pain nerves. For example, a stimulation protocol may include a smaller amplitude pulse with a first polarity (e.g., positive or anodic polarity) configured to pre-polarize the tissue followed immediately or almost immediately by a larger amplitude pulse of second polarity (e.g., negative or cathodic) configured to stimulate the target nerve  4843 . The second polarity may be the same or opposite the first polarity. The pre-pulse may be applied by the same or different electrodes  4824  of the electrode array  4829 . 
     In some examples of use, the active electrodes which are to be used during the stimulation procedure are first identified by a fast titration. During a fast titration, the patient may be sedated to avoid pain so that the electrodes  4824  may be selectively activated at full power to determine which electrode or electrodes  4824  best capture the target nerve  4843 . After the fast titration, the selected active electrodes  4824  may be activated with a lower power and increased to determine the optimal power setting for stimulating the target nerve  4843 , during which the patient need not be sedated. 
     The effects of stimulation parameter titration, including, for example, the effects of changes in stimulation amplitude, pulse width, and/or frequency may be useful to achieve a desired response. Following a short duration of stimulation (e.g., 1-2 minutes), LV max+dP/dt may decay to baseline from peak plateau values after approximately 5 minutes. Since programming stimulation might be based on a trial and error process which could be considerably time-consuming, it would be advantageous to automate the process based on feedback signals (e.g., heart rate and/or contractility and/or relaxation measures). In some examples, automatic stimulation parameter titration is set up once an electrode or electrode combination that produces an increase in contractility and/or relaxation has been identified. In some examples, a responsive electrode may have not yet been identified. An automated system that cycles through the electrodes as anodes, cathodes, or uncharged may be used to identify responsive electrodes or combinations based on, for example, contractility and/or relaxation and heart signals, for example as described herein. Once an electrode combination (cathode(s)/anode(s)) has been selected, the stimulation titration may be set up. 
     As a first example, stimulation begins at a pre-defined setting such as 20 mA amplitude, 4 ms pulse width, and 20 Hz frequency, and a single stimulation parameter is used to titrate for effect. The titratable stimulation parameter might include, but is not limited to, amplitude, pulse width, or frequency. Heart rate or a threshold for heart rate and/or contractility and/or relaxation (or a surrogate measure for contractility and/or relaxation such as pressure) is set by the user to titrate for an effect. Absolute changes or relative changes from a baseline level might be used to titrate the effect. If an increase in contractility and/or relaxation is observed with minimal or no increase in heart rate, a stimulation parameter (e.g., amplitude) is increased until a side effect or undesirable increase in heart rate is observed. The stimulation parameter (e.g., amplitude) is then reduced until the undesirable heart rate is no longer observed. 
     As a second example, stimulation begins at a pre-defined setting such as 20 mA amplitude, 4 ms pulse width, and 20 Hz frequency, and a plurality of stimulation parameters are used to titrate for effect. The titratable stimulation parameters might include, but are not limited to, amplitude, pulse width, or frequency. Heart rate or a threshold for heart rate and/or contractility and/or relaxation (or a surrogate measure for contractility and/or relaxation such as pressure) is set by the user to titrate for an effect. Absolute changes or relative changes from a baseline level might be used to titrate the effect. If an increase in contractility and/or relaxation is observed with minimal or no increase in heart rate, each of a plurality of stimulation parameter (e.g., amplitude and pulse width) is increased until a side effect or undesirable increase in heart rate is observed. The stimulation parameters (e.g., amplitude and pulse width) are then reduced until the undesirable heart rate is no longer observed. 
     The frequency of stimulation may be adjusted to increase or maximize the stimulation response and/or to maintain the stimulation response. For example, the frequency may be increased (e.g., from 20 Hz to 40 Hz) to increase cardiac contractility and/or relaxation and/or to achieve a cardiac contractility and/or relaxation plateau more quickly. Stimulating a sympathetic nerve at a higher frequency may result in additional release of neurotransmitter as more stimulation pulses are being delivered to the nerve terminal to signal the neurotransmitter release responsible for increasing cardiac contractility and/or relaxation. In some examples, increasing the stimulation frequency may allow for a more efficient way to search for the appropriate electrode (e.g., cathode) to use for stimulation by reducing the amount of time it takes to identify a stimulation response. This might involve starting the initial programming session with a higher frequency than used for the remainder of patient therapy. In some cases, the therapy might use a higher frequency (e.g., 20 Hz) to identify whether contractility and/or relaxation (or other measure) is changing in a favorable direction, and/or might use a lower frequency (e.g., 10 Hz) if the stimulation is used to maintain therapy. The reduction of stimulation frequency might be used as a method to maintain stimulation therapy that is more efficient. In some examples, increasing the stimulation frequency may allow for a way to increase the magnitude of the contractility and/or relaxation response. 
     A burst mode of stimulation is contemplated in which a burst of stimulation is delivered at a specific duty cycle. The frequency of stimulation during the burst mode (intraburst frequency) may be between about 100 Hz and about 800 Hz (e.g., about 100 Hz, about 200 Hz, about 300 Hz, about 400 Hz, about 500 Hz, about 600 Hz, about 700 Hz, about 800 Hz, ranges between such values, etc.) and/or the frequency of the bursts (inter-burst frequency) may be between about 0.1 Hz and about 20 Hz (e.g., about 0.1 Hz, about 0.5 Hz, about 1 Hz, about 2 Hz, about 5 Hz, about 10 Hz, about 15 Hz, about 20 Hz, ranges between such values, etc.). The range of parameters in the burst mode of stimulation may be used to mimic physiological activity of cardiac nerves (e.g., cardiac sympathetic nerves). 
     Duty cycling for stimulation might be set up using an automated system. For example, cycling initially may be set at a particular setting, for example 5 minutes on and 1 minute off. Duty cycles may be set, but not limited to be, in the range of 5 seconds to 30 minute increments, or up to 1 hour increments. Similar to stimulation parameter titration, duty cycle may be varied such that stimulation is delivered only when contractility and/or relaxation and heart rate are in the desired range as specified or observed by a user. It may be advantageous from an efficiency standpoint (e.g., battery longevity, recharge interval) to ramp down stimulation or stop stimulation during a portion of the decay to baseline. In some examples, the stimulation duty cycle may be pre-specified. For example, stimulation may be stopped for 1 minute then turned on for 1 minute to take advantage of the slow decay of max+dP/dt to baseline and still maintain therapeutic effect. In some examples, stimulation duty cycle may be set for a specific patient based on a feedback signal (e.g., LV max+dP/dt) and decay of the feedback signal to baseline when stimulation is turned off. Including a duty cycle to the stimulation in which stimulation is turned on and off periodically can be advantageous, for example to allow a user to periodically review ECG, which can contain stimulation artifacts when stimulation is turned on. 
     Stimulation parameters may be set to increase (e.g., maximize) a desired response and/or reduce (e.g., minimize) energy delivered and/or an undesirable response. For example, frequency may be used to identify locations in the pulmonary artery that are proximate to cardiac tissue and that may result in an undesirable response (e.g., arrhythmia) if stimulated. Stimulation at 2 Hz at a given amplitude and pulse width might engage or activate myocardial tissue and result in 2 Hz activation of the atrium (120 beats per minute). An electrode that induces such a response might desirably be avoided, or the amplitude and/or pulse width might be reduced to avoid activation of the atrium. This effect can be identified relatively quickly by a user or the device itself. This atrial capture test can be used prior to testing each stimulation electrode or at the beginning of a programming session to test which electrodes might be proximate to myocardial tissue. For another example, sensory or pain fibers transmitting undesirable sensations (e.g., pressure, pain, etc.) may be activated with concurrent activation of autonomic nerve fibers. The stimulation vector might be altered to tighten the stimulation vector and reduce the distance between anode and cathode, and/or to add anodes around the cathode to tighten the field of stimulation. The stimulation amplitude and/or pulse width may be reduced to avoid activation of unwanted nerve fibers, alone or in conjunction to changing of the stimulation vector. 
     Stimulation may be titrated during an initial session or may be used to monitor therapy and titrate therapy in an acute or chronic setting. Upper and lower limit thresholds for heart rate and contractility and/or relaxation measures may be set to ensure stimulation is delivered within the desired bounds. Upper and lower limits for stimulation parameters may be set such that that those bounds are not exceeded. Stimulation titration might be performed periodically or continuously to ensure that stimulation is continuing to provide the desired effect. 
     Other measures of contractility and/or relaxation and/or therapy effectiveness that might be used to titrate, maintain, or test the effect might include LV pressure, derived LV max+dP/dt, right ventricle pressure, derived RV max+dP/dt, arterial blood pressure, derived mean arterial pressure, muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA), plasma norepinephrine levels, cardiac output (invasive or non-invasive measures), pulmonary artery pressure, mixed venous oxygen saturation, central venous oxygen saturation, myocardial oxygen consumption, pulmonary artery wedge pressure, stellate ganglion nerve activity, or other physiological signals, and/or combinations thereof. Measures of heart rate can include external ECG (e.g., ECG recorded external to the subject such as using patch electrodes on skin) and/or internal ECG (e.g., ECG recorded internal to the subject such as on the stimulation device (e.g., electrodes on the device) and/or on a remote device). 
     Preclinical work investigating endovascular stimulation of cardiac sympathetic nerves from the subclavian artery in a swine model shows that stimulation of left sympathetic nerves can increase cardiac contractility and/or relaxation as the stimulation amplitude is increased. Left ventricular systolic pressures (LVP) have been shown to generally increase as stimulation amplitude is increased, particularly up to about 30 volts. In contrast, heart rate has been shown to remain relatively constant for low stimulation amplitudes, particularly less than about 15 volts, but then increase as stimulation amplitude is increased, then remain relatively constant for higher stimulation amplitudes, particularly greater than about 30 volts. 
     Electrode selection may be based on systematic titration. For a given electrode array, there might be several million combinations or permutations for electrode selection (e.g., anode or cathode, amplitude, pulse width, frequency, stimulation duration, duty cycle, etc.). A user interface can help guide a user through a subset of the stimulation parameter space. 
       FIG.  56 A  shows a screen of an example user interface  5600 . The user interface  5600  may be shown, for example, on a screen of the computing device  5520  described herein.  FIG.  56 A  shows the screen when in titration mode, which can be engaged by clicking the icon  5602  for titration mode. Icons for other modes include the icon  5604  for new patient mode (e.g., to initiate a new subject or patient session input or import data about the subject), the icon  5606  to interrogate the stimulator device, the icon  5608  for monitor mode (e.g., for monitoring vital data for the subject such as ECG, blood pressure, etc.), the icon  5610  for new impedance mode (e.g., for monitoring and/or calculating impedance data, resistance data, etc.), the icon  5612  for new settings mode (e.g., for adjusting stimulator settings such as polarity, electrode selection for anode and/or cathode, amplitude, pulse width, duty cycle, ramp on and/or ramp off durations, limits for alarm settings, etc.), the icon  5614  for pressure sensor mode (e.g., for monitoring, calibrating, resetting, etc. a pressure sensor), the icon  5616  for synchronize mode (e.g., for synchronizing time between a stimulator (e.g., the stimulation system  5500 ) and a computing device (e.g., the computing device  5520 ), the icon  5618  for data mode (e.g., for logging changes, for accessing stored data, exporting and/or viewing a database, viewing and/or exporting a log of events, etc.), the icon  5620  for comment mode (e.g., for inputting comments such as about medicament doses, subject movement, system issues, etc.), the icon  5622  for save mode (e.g., for saving information to a disk and/or external memory), the icon  5624  for therapy ramp down mode, the icon  5626  for resent mode (e.g., to reset the stimulator), the icon  5628  for emergency off mode (e.g., for immediately stopping all stimulation), the icon  5630  for program information mode (e.g., for viewing system software versions, firmware, hardware, etc.), the icon  5632  for lab mode (e.g., for viewing stimulator settings, administrator level settings, etc.), and the icon  5634  for close mode (e.g., to close out of the user interface  5600 ). The screen can include a number of icons as described herein, but more, fewer, and/or alternative icons, functions, modes, sequences, etc. are possible.  FIG.  56 A  shows optional information such as the connection icon  5636  (e.g., indicating a universal serial bus (USB) connection between the computing device and the stimulation system). In some examples, the user interface is configured to store a picture or series of pictures (e.g., fluoroscopic, cine, x-ray, etc.) of an electrode matrix in the subject. Such data may provide a user with information about which electrodes to start testing. A script containing a series of programming steps might be created or modified based at least partially thereon. In certain such examples, a user may be able to begin titration using a step or test including a particular combination of electrodes. 
     In titration mode as shown in  FIG.  56 A , the screen may show a schematic  5638  of an electrode matrix, for example a 4×5 matrix of 20 electrodes. In some examples, the stimulation system can automatically supply the electrode matrix schematic  5638 . In some examples, the electrode matrix schematic  5638  may be manually created. In some examples, the electrodes being used for a test or step may change color, include indicia (e.g., “anode,” “cathode,” “A” (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  56 A ), “V” (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  56 A ), “+,” “−,” etc.). The screen may optionally show graphs  5640  (e.g., electrocardiogram, right ventricular pressure, pulmonary artery pressure, left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., correlated from a measurement in the right ventricle), heart rate) and/or real-time parameters  5642  (e.g., right ventricular pulse pressure, left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation (e.g., correlated from a measurement in the right ventricle), heart rate, active electrodes impedance) about the subject. The user interface  5600  may provide controls for selection and modification of graphs  5640  and/or parameters  5642 . The screen may optionally show parameters  5644  of a test or step being run at that time (e.g., pulse amplitude, pulse width, frequency, duration, etc.). 
     Still in titration mode in  FIG.  56 A , the screen shows a dropdown box  5650  that may include a variety of programs. In  FIG.  56 A , the program “Amplitude test” has been selected. The settings icon  5652  may be used to adjust parameters for the program, to create a new program, to delete programs (e.g., with proper authorization), etc. The icon  5654  can be used to run a selected program. The icon  5654  can be used to stop running a selected program. The icon  5654  may include, for example, an octagonal red button with or without “STOP” indicia. The icon  5658  can be used to bring up the screen  5680 , described in further detail herein. The icon  5660  can be used to reset the program (e.g., after movement of the subject, once per day, etc.). The icon  5662  shows which step or test of the program would be run if the icon  5666  was clicked. The icons  5664 ,  5668  can be used to select other steps or tests of the selected program (e.g., the icon  5664  reversing one step or test, the icon  5668  advancing one step or test). As noted, the icon  5666  can be clicked to run the step or test shown in the icon  5662 . In some examples, after the test or step is run, the user interface  5600  may automatically advance to the next step or test. In some examples, after the test or step is run, the user interface  5600  remains on that step or test until the user changes the step or test using the icons  5664 ,  5668 . In some example, the user may be forced to decide whether the test was acceptable or unacceptable by using the icons  5670 ,  5672  before being allowed to use a different test. 
       FIG.  56 B  shows another screen  5680  of the example user interface  5600  of  FIG.  56 A . If the icon  5658  ( FIG.  56 A ) is pressed, the screen  5680  can open. The screen  5680  includes a table with rows of steps or tests. The icon  5662  shows that there are 8 steps or tests in the “Amplitude test” program. If needed, a scroll bar can be provided if more steps are included than can be viewed on the screen  5600 . The first column provides the step or test number, from 1 to 8. The second column provides the pulse amplitude for that test or step. The third column provides the pulse width for that test or step. The fourth column provides the frequency for that test or step. The fifth column provides the duration for that test or step. The sixth column provides the electrode(s) used as anodes for that test or step. The seventh column provides the electrode(s) used as cathode(s) for that test or step. For example, referring to the schematic  5638  in  FIG.  56 A , in Row 1, the electrode  20  or E 20  in the lower right is used as a cathode and the electrode  15  or E 15  immediately above the electrode  20  or E 20  is used as the anode. 
     The screen  5680  may provide information about the results of the test or step, if the test or step has been run. For example, the eighth column provides the heart rate, the ninth column provides the impedance, the tenth column provides the response, and the eleventh column provides the change in pressure. Showing more, fewer, alternative, or no results is also possible. In some examples, the rows may change colors based on user input, for example to red or green, for example to indicate if an electrode combination is likely to cause side effects and/or result in a therapeutic response, respectively. 
     Referring again to  FIG.  56 A , the icon  5670  may be pressed to indicate that the user does not like or does not approve of the results of that test or step. Conversely, the icon  5672  may be pressed to indicate that the user likes or approves of the results of that test or step. The user can input reasons for the approval or disapproval. For example, a dropdown box  5674  may be auto-populated with reasons (e.g., regarding side effects, therapeutic effect, etc.). For another example, the user can manually input comments in the box  5676 . To add the comment(s), the user may click the icon  5678 . 
     Predefined scripts may be used to define stimulation parameters (e.g., anode or cathode, amplitude, pulse width, frequency, stimulation duration, duty cycle, etc.) that could be used to test which electrode is providing a therapeutic effect. A user could start with the first set of parameters, then the next, until a suitable location for therapy is found. In some examples, a user enters a comment indicating whether the electrode and parameter combination was therapeutic, whether the electrode and parameter combination elicited a mild side effect, whether the electrode and parameter combination elicited a severe side effect, and/or whether the electrode and parameter combination should not be tested again (e.g., automatically selected based on indication of a severe side effect, lack of therapeutic response, or other parameter, or by being manually selected). The electrodes or cathode could be marked with a particular color to identify which electrodes might be therapeutic and which other electrodes may cause unwanted side effects. Once a first set of parameters is evaluated, the user can manually step through the various steps in the script (e.g., set(s) of stimulation parameters) to continue testing the various electrodes in the array. In this fashion, the user does not have to set the electrodes and parameters to assess the entire space covered by the electrode array. Instead, a script guides the user through the test stimulation process to identify which electrodes might be most beneficial for therapeutic use. The program may cycle through the steps automatically, or the user might indicate that the electrode combination tested was acceptable or unacceptable and that the next step of the script can be evaluated. The output may, for example, comprise a log of some or all of the parameters tested and/or a color coded electrode array that indicates which electrodes might be useful for therapy and which electrodes are preferably avoided. Based on the output, electrodes and stimulation parameters for therapy might be suggested. 
     In Therapy Ramp Down mode  5624 , stimulation may be titrated down to a pre-specified level (e.g., from a high stimulation amplitude to a low stimulation amplitude) so that stimulation is not abruptly stopped. The high stimulation amplitude may be the therapeutic amplitude and the low stimulation amplitude may be set to 0 V or 0 mA, or a threshold amplitude (e.g., the amplitude at which the desired response was starting to be observed using a feedback signal). In some examples, the feedback signal may comprise left ventricle max+dP/dt, and the low amplitude may be set at a level where this signal just started to increase from its baseline level. A timer may be set to trigger the therapy ramp down for a specific duration after initiating therapeutic stimulation, such as 30 minutes, 1 hour, 24 hours, 3 days, etc. in varying increments within a time frame in the range of 30 minutes to 5 days. The timer to start the therapy ramp down may be set to start when stimulation starts and/or may be initiated manually at any given time. The countdown to triggering the therapy ramp down may be displayed in the monitor mode  5608  and/or an alert message may be provided to the user indicating that the therapy ramp down mode will be initiating soon or is initiating. The target amplitude for the therapy ramp down may be set at the threshold amplitude or at another desired level. Other target values may be included. For example, the slow ramp down of stimulation therapy may involve a decrease in amplitude, pulse width, rate, and/or duty cycle. In some examples, the duration of the therapy ramp down may be set at 30 minutes, 1 hour, 24 hours, 3 days or 7 days, or various durations within this range. 
     The electrodes  4824  may be activated in a monopolar or bipolar (e.g., guarded bipolar) fashion. Monopolar stimulation may use negative or positive polarity and includes the use of a return conductor. The return conductor may be at least 5 mm away from the electrodes. For example, the return conductor may be attached to or integrated with a portion of the catheter system  4800  or another catheter configured to be in the right ventricle  4849 . For another example, the return conductor may be attached to or integrated with a portion of the catheter system  4800  or another catheter configured to be in the superior vena cava. For yet another example, the return conductor may be attached to or integrated with a portion of the catheter system  4800  or another catheter configured to be in the brachiocephalic or innominate vein. The current vector from the electrodes  4824  to the brachiocephalic vein may be away from at least one of the heart and the trachea, which may reduce side effects and/or increase patient tolerance. In certain such examples, the jugular vein assessed may be the left jugular vein. The return conductor may comprise a patch affixed to the skin. 
     Upon completion of the procedure, the catheter system  4800  may be removed from the body according to any suitable method. The actuation mechanism of the handle  4810  of the catheter system  4800  can be released so that the expandable structure  4820  can be in a self-expanded, but not further expanded, state. The expandable structure  4820  may then enter the introducer sheath  4833  by proximal retraction of the expandable member, distal advancement of the introducer sheath  4833 , or a combination thereof. The introducer sheath  4833  may be retracted from the body with the catheter system  4800  in tow. The expandable structure  4820  may be retracted from the body through the introducer sheath  4833 , and then the introducer sheath  4833  may be retracted. 
     The effectiveness of the neural stimulation on heart contractility and/or relaxation, particularly of the left ventricle, can be monitored, for example, by measuring pressure within the heart. Pressure may be measured by a pressure sensor such as a fluid-filled column, a MEMS sensor, or another suitable type of pressure sensor. The pressure sensor may be attached to or integrated with the catheter system  4800 , for example, along the catheter shaft assembly  4806 . If the pressure sensor is attached to or integrated with the catheter system  4800 , the sensor may be positioned in the right ventricle. The pressure in the right ventricle may be correlated to the pressure in the left ventricle, such that the left ventricular pressure and therefore left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation may be sufficiently approximated. A pressure sensor may alternatively be inserted into the heart through another catheter, and may be placed in the right ventricle, in the left ventricle, or another suitable location. The left ventricular pressure may be used to optimize the effect of the neural stimulation on heart contractility and/or relaxation over the course of the procedure. The heart contractility and/or relaxation may be measurably increased, for example, by 5-12% during the procedure. A single catheter may comprise a plurality of sensors. For example, one sensor may be configured as above and a second sensor may be configured to reside in the right pulmonary artery. The sensor in the right pulmonary artery could provide a wedge pressure, which is a reading known to users from a Swan Ganz catheterization procedure. A sensor in the right pulmonary artery may be usable for safety. For example, if a pressure sensor in the right pulmonary artery migrated below the pulmonary valve, then stimulation could be shut off (e.g., immediately upon detection based on a change in pressure (e.g., percentage change or absolute change) and/or an absolute value of pressure (e.g., above or below a certain pressure)) in order to inhibit or prevent cardiac arrhythmias. 
       FIG.  49 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4900  in an expanded state. Operation of an actuation mechanism, for example as described herein, can cause the expandable structure  4900  to expand and contract. The expandable structure  4900  comprises a proximal portion  4901  and a distal portion  4903 . The expandable structure  4900  comprises a plurality of splines  4908  and a plurality of inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b . The splines  4908  may be similar to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620  or any variants thereof, for example as described herein. The coupling of the splines  4908  at the proximal portion  4901  and/or the distal portion  4903  may be similar to the coupling of the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620  or any variants thereof, for example as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  37 G- 37 J . The expandable structure  4908  may lack or be free of or have no splines  4908  in the circumferential area of the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b . The expandable structure  4900  may be used in an over-the wire system or as part of a Swan-Ganz system. 
     The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  could include, for example, balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2 ,  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2  that are inflatable via a single common inflation lumen (e.g., in fluid communication with each of the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2 ,  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2 , which could advantageously provide uniform inflation), multiple common inflation lumens (e.g., a first inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2  and a second inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2 , which could advantageously provide uniform inflation of balloons on one side of the expandable structure), or individual inflation lumens, which could advantageously provide full control over inflation of individual balloons. The individual balloons could be compliant and/or non-compliant. The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  can advantageously provide compliance when navigating the expandable structure  4900  through a catheter. For example, balloons, when deflated, are very soft and can navigate sharp bends. When inflated, balloons can become rigid and can expand to appose sidewalls of a large diameter vessel. 
     The plurality of inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  of the expandable structure  4900  include a first inflatable element  4904   a  and a second inflatable element  4904   b . The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  are circumferentially opposite or spaced by about 180°. Other circumferential spacing is also possible (e.g., about 30°, about 45°, about 60°, about 75°, about 90°, about 115°, about 130°, about 145°, about 160°, about 175°, ranges between such values, etc.). Circumferential spacing may be measured, for example between midpoints, between like edges, and other methods as may be appropriate for the construction of the inflatable elements. The inflatable element  4904   a  includes a first balloon  4904   a   1  and a second balloon  4904   a   2 . The first balloon  4904   a   1  is generally parallel to the second balloon  4904   a   2 . The inflatable element  4904   b  includes a first balloon  4904   b   1  and a second balloon  4904   b   2 . The first balloon  4904   b   1  is generally parallel to the second balloon  4904   b   2 . The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  could include fewer balloons (e.g., one balloon) or more balloons. Additionally and/or alternatively to being parallel, the balloons could be longitudinally aligned, angled, circumferential, combinations thereof, and the like. The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  may be coupled to proximal and distal hubs. Inflation lumens may extend through a proximal hub. The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  may be quilted or subdivided into smaller chambers to control the shape and/or profile when inflated. For example, opposite sides may be welded together to create chambers or balloons. The subdivided chambers may better conform to a vessel wall than a monolithic inflatable element. 
     The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  may be filled with saline, contrast, or other biocompatible fluids. If the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  are filled with contrast, the position and rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4900  may be viewed under fluoroscopy. If the position and/or rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4900  is viewed as not desirable, the expandable structure  4900  may be contracted (e.g., including deflating the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b ) and repositioned. If precise rotational orientation is desired, the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  may be asymmetrical. 
     The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  may comprise electrodes  4906   a . The electrodes  4906   a  may, for example, be printed on the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2 ,  4904   b   1 , and/or  4904   b   2 . In  FIG.  49 A , only the electrodes  4906   a  on the balloon  4904   a   2  are visible. Some of the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2 ,  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2  may include electrodes  4906   a  and some of the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2 ,  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2  may lack electrodes  4906   a . For example, the balloons  4904   a   1 ,  4904   a   2  of the inflatable element  4904   a  may comprise electrodes  4906   a , and the balloons  4904   b   1 ,  4904   b   2  of the inflatable element  4904   b  may have no electrodes  4906   a . Conductors for the electrodes  4906   a  may be printed on the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b , embedded in material of the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b , and/or extend through inflation lumens. A non-limiting example printing process is described with respect to  FIGS.  23 Ni - 23 Nvix, in which the substrate  2301  could be the material of the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b . The electrodes  4906   a  shown in  FIG.  49 A  are longitudinally spaced along the balloon  4904   a   2 , but other arrangements are also possible. Additionally or alternatively to being positioned on a balloon, the electrodes  4906   a  could be positioned between balloons of the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b . Such arrangement could space the electrodes  4906   a  from a vessel wall and allow blood to flow past the electrodes  4906   a , for example providing advantages described with respect to  FIG.  23 L . 
     The splines  4908  may comprise electrodes  4906   b  as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 .  FIG.  49 A  illustrates an expandable structure  4900  in which the inflatable elements  4904   a  and/or  4904   b  comprise electrodes  4906   a  and the splines  4908  comprise electrodes  4906   b .  FIG.  49 Ai  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4903  in an expanded state. The splines  4908  of the expandable structure  4903  do not include any electrodes. All of the electrodes  4906   a  of the expandable structure  4903  are on the inflatable elements  4904   a  and/or  4904   b . FIG.  49 Aii is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4905  in an expanded state. The inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  of the expandable structure  4903  do not include any electrodes. All of the electrodes  4906   b  of the expandable structure  4905  are on the splines  4908 . All of the splines  4908  of the expandable structure  4900  of  FIG.  49 A  include electrodes  4906   b . Some of the splines  4908  may include electrodes  4906   b  and some of the splines  4908  may lack electrodes  4906   b , regardless of whether the inflatable elements  4904   a ,  4904   b  comprise electrodes. For example, the splines  4908  of the expandable structure  4905  that include electrodes  4906   b  are circumferentially between a first edge  4912  of the inflatable member  4904   a  and a second edge  4913  of the inflatable member  4904   b . For example, the splines  4908  closest to the inflatable member  4904   a  may include electrodes  4906   b  while the splines  4908  closest to the inflatable member  4904   b  may lack electrodes  4906   b.    
     The electrodes  4906   a  and/or  4906   b  can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  4900 ,  4903 ,  4905 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  49 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4920  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  4920  comprises a proximal portion  4921  and a distal portion  4923 . The expandable structure  4920  includes a plurality of inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b . The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  may be coupled to a catheter  4930  at a proximal end (e.g., to a distal portion or a distal end of the catheter  4930 ). The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  may be coupled to a tubular member  4928  at a distal end. The expandable structure  4920  may lack or be free of or have no splines in the circumferential area of the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b . The tubular member  4928  may extend at least partially in a lumen of the catheter  4930 . A distal portion of the tubular member  4928  may extend laterally out of a side the catheter  4930 . The tubular member  4928  optionally comprises a lumen, for example a guidewire lumen. The tubular member  4928  optionally comprises an atraumatic distal tip or nose, for example as shown in the distal portion  4923 . The tubular member  4928  may be used to pull the distal tip proximally, which can arc electrodes  4926   a  against a vessel wall. The catheter shaft  4930  may be used to provide some rigidity to hold the electrodes  4926   a  in place and against the vessel wall. The expandable structure  4920  may be used in an over-the wire system or as part of a Swan-Ganz system. 
     The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  could include, for example, balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2  that are inflatable via a single common inflation lumen (e.g., in fluid communication with each of the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2 , which could advantageously provide uniform inflation), multiple common inflation lumens (e.g., a first inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2  and a second inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2 , which could advantageously provide uniform inflation of balloons in one circumferential area of the expandable structure), or individual inflation lumens, which could advantageously provide full control over inflation of individual balloons. The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  can advantageously provide compliance when navigating the expandable structure  4920  through a catheter. 
     The plurality of inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  of the expandable structure  4920  include a first inflatable element  4924   a  and a second inflatable element  4924   b . The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  are circumferentially adjacent or spaced by less than about 30°. Other circumferential spacing is also possible (e.g., less than about 90°, about 60°, about 45°, about 15°, about 10°, about 5°, ranges between such values, etc.). Circumferential spacing may be measured, for example between midpoints, between like edges, and other methods as may be appropriate for the construction of the inflatable elements. The inflatable element  4924   a  includes a first balloon  4924   a   1  and a second balloon  4924   a   2 . The first balloon  4924   a   1  is generally parallel to the second balloon  4924   a   2 . The inflatable element  4924   b  includes a first balloon  4924   b   1  and a second balloon  4904   b   2 . The first balloon  4924   b   1  is generally parallel to the second balloon  4924   b   2 . The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  could include fewer balloons (e.g., one balloon) or more balloons. Additionally and/or alternatively to being parallel, the balloons could be longitudinally aligned, angled, circumferential, combinations thereof, and the like. In some examples, a single inflatable element may include each of the balloons of the device (e.g., each of the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2 ). A plurality of inflatable elements can provide better wall apposition, compliance, blood flow to the vessel wall, and/or other advantages. 
     The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  may be filled with saline, contrast, or other biocompatible fluids. If the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  are filled with contrast, the position and rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4920  may be viewed under fluoroscopy. If the position and/or rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4920  is viewed as not desirable, the expandable structure  4920  may be contracted (e.g., including deflating the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b ) and repositioned. 
     The inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4944   b  may comprise electrodes  4926   a . The electrodes  4926   a  may, for example, be printed on the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 , and/or  4924   b   2 . Some of the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2  may include electrodes  4926   a  and some of the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2 ,  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2  may lack electrodes  4926   a . For example, the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2  of the inflatable element  4924   a  may comprise electrodes  4926   a , and the balloons  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2  of the inflatable element  4924   b  may have no electrodes  4926   a . For another example, one of the balloons  4924   a   1 ,  4924   a   2  of the inflatable element  4924   a  may comprise electrodes  4926   a , and one of the balloons  4924   b   1 ,  4924   b   2  of the inflatable element  4924   b  may comprise electrodes  4926   a . Conductors for the electrodes  4926   a  may be printed on the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b , embedded in material of the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b , and/or extend through inflation lumens. A non-limiting example printing process is described with respect to  FIGS.  23 Ni - 23 Nvix, in which the substrate  2301  could be the material of the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b . The electrodes  4926   a  shown in  FIG.  49 B  are longitudinally spaced along the balloon  4924   a   2 , but other arrangements are also possible. Additionally or alternatively to being positioned on a balloon, the electrodes  4926   a  could be positioned between balloons of the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b . Such arrangement could space the electrodes  4926   a  from a vessel wall and allow blood to flow past the electrodes  4926   a , for example providing advantages described with respect to  FIGS.  23 L and  53 B . 
     The tubular member  4928  may comprise electrodes  4926   b , for example similar to splines as described herein.  FIG.  49 B  illustrates an expandable structure  4920  in which the inflatable elements  4924   a  and/or  4924   b  comprise electrodes  4926   a  and the tubular member  4928  comprise electrodes  4926   b , but in some examples only the inflatable elements  4924   a ,  4924   b  comprise electrodes  4926   a  or only the tubular member  4928  comprises electrodes  4926   b.    
     The electrodes  4926   a  and/or  4926   b  can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  4920 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
     The expandable structure  4920  may be expanded in vasculature at orientations similar to those described with respect to the expandable structure  4120 . For example, the vasculature may include a pulmonary trunk, a right pulmonary artery (e.g., as illustrated in  FIG.  41 G ), and a left pulmonary artery. In some examples, the catheter  4930  is asymmetric such that the catheter shaft can bend (e.g., during floating in a Swan-Ganz system) to naturally align the expandable structure  4920  with the right pulmonary artery. 
       FIG.  49 C  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4940  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  4940  comprises a proximal portion  4941  and a distal portion  4943 . The expandable structure  4940  includes a plurality of inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  (not visible in the view of  FIG.  49 C ). The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be coupled to a catheter  4950  at a proximal end. The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be coupled to the catheter  4950  at a distal end. The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be coupled to the catheter  4950  between the proximal and distal ends (e.g., continuously or discontinuously). The catheter  4950  optionally comprises a lumen, for example a guidewire lumen. The expandable structure  4940  may be used in an over-the wire system or as part of a Swan-Ganz system. 
     The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  could each include, for example, one or more balloons that are inflatable via a single common inflation lumen (e.g., in fluid communication with each of the balloons, which could advantageously provide uniform inflation), multiple common inflation lumens (e.g., a first inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   c  and a second inflation lumen in fluid communication with the balloons of the inflatable elements  4944   b ,  4944   d , which could advantageously provide uniform inflation of balloons in select opposing circumferential areas of the expandable structure), or individual inflation lumens, which could advantageously provide full control over inflation of individual balloons. One or more of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may comprise a plurality of balloons, for example as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  49 A- 49 B . The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  can advantageously provide compliance when navigating the expandable structure  4940  through a catheter. 
     The plurality of inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  of the expandable structure  4940  include a first inflatable element  4944   a , a second inflatable element  4944   b , a third inflatable element  4944   c , and a fourth inflatable element  4944   d . Other numbers of inflatable elements are also possible (e.g., 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, etc.).  FIG.  49 Ci  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4943  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  4943  comprises six inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  (not visible),  4944   e  (not visible),  4944   f . The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be uniformly circumferentially spaced. For example, circumferential spacing may be about 30°, about 36° (e.g., for 10 inflatable elements), about 40° (e.g., for 9 inflatable elements), about 45° (e.g., for 8 inflatable elements), about 51° (e.g., for 7 inflatable elements), about 60° (e.g., for 6 inflatable elements), about 72° (e.g., for 5 inflatable elements), about 75°, about 90° (e.g., for 4 inflatable elements), about 115°, about 120° (e.g., for 3 inflatable elements), about 130°, about 145°, about 160°, about 180° (e.g., for 2 inflatable elements), ranges between such values, etc.). The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be non-uniformly circumferentially spaced. The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be circumferentially clustered (e.g., the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c  on one side of a longitudinal axis and the inflatable element  4944   c  on the opposite side of the longitudinal axis). In some examples, the clustered inflatable elements may comprise electrodes  4946   a  and the opposing inflatable element may lack electrodes. Circumferential spacing may be measured, for example between midpoints, between like edges, and other methods as may be appropriate for the construction of the inflatable elements. 
     The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be filled with saline, contrast, or other biocompatible fluids. If the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  are filled with contrast, the position and rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4940  may be viewed under fluoroscopy. If the position and/or rotational orientation of the expandable structure  4940  is viewed as not desirable, the expandable structure  4940  may be contracted (e.g., including deflating the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d ) and repositioned. If precise rotational orientation is desired, the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may be asymmetrical. 
     The inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d  may comprise electrodes  4946   a . The electrodes  4946   a  may, for example, be printed on one or more of the balloons of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d . Some of the balloons may include electrodes  4946   a  and some of the balloons may lack electrodes  4946   a . For example, the balloons of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b  may comprise electrodes  4946   a , and the balloons of the inflatable element  4944   c ,  4944   d  may have no electrodes  4946   a . Conductors for the electrodes  4946   a  may be printed on the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d , embedded in material of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d , and/or extend through inflation lumens. A non-limiting example printing process is described with respect to  FIGS.  23 Ni - 23 Nvix, in which the substrate  2301  could be the material of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b ,  4944   c ,  4944   d . The electrodes  4946   a  of the expandable structure  4940  are longitudinally spaced along the balloon  4944   a   2 , but other arrangements are also possible. For example, FIG.  49 Cii is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4945  in an expanded state in which the expandable structure  4945  comprises two rows of electrodes  4946   a ,  4946   b  on each of the balloons of the inflatable elements  4944   a ,  4944   b.    
     The electrodes  4946   a  and/or  4946   b  can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  4940 ,  4943 ,  4945 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
     Referring again to  FIG.  49 Ci , each of the inflatable elements  4944   a - 4944   f  comprises a lumen  4952 . The lumens  4952  can provide a greater cross-sectional area for blood flow, for example compared to closed inflatable elements. The lumens  4952  may also allow the expandable structure  4943  to be more compactible, for example compared to closed inflatable elements. In some examples, the inflatable elements  4944   a - 4944   f  may comprise resilient or self-expanding material. In certain such examples, inflation media, lumens, etc. may be omitted. The electrodes  4946   a ,  4946   b  are not shown in  FIG.  49 Ci  for simplicity. The lumens  4952  may, for example, be thin balloon members that can reduce (e.g., minimize) occlusion of the blood vessel, but provide sufficient radial expansion to contact a vessel wall. 
       FIG.  49 D  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  4960  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  4960  comprises a proximal portion  4961  and a distal portion  4962 . The expandable structure  4960  comprises a first spine  4968   a , a second spine  4968   b , and a plurality of splines  4964  extending between the first spine  4968   a  and the second spine  4968   b . In a collapsed state, the first spine  4968   a  may be proximally retracted compared to the expanded state. In the collapsed state of some examples, the first spine  4968   a  and the second spine  4968   b  may be longitudinally aligned. In the collapsed state of some examples, a distal portion of the first spine  4968   a  and a proximal portion of the second spine  4968   b  may longitudinally overlap. The expandable structure  4960  may comprise shape-memory material such as nitinol that transforms from the collapsed state to the expanded state upon release of a force (e.g., confinement in a catheter) and/or a change in temperature. The expandable structure may be expandable by distally advancing the first spine  4968   a  relative to the second spine  4968   b  and/or by proximally retracting the second spine  4968   n  relative to the first spine  4968   a . In some examples, the expandable structure  4960  may comprise shape-memory material to expand to a first expanded state and may be further expanded to a second expanded state by distally advancing the first spine  4968   a  relative to the second spine  4968   b  and/or by proximally retracting the second spine  4968   n  relative to the first spine  4968   a . This further expansion can help to anchor the expandable structure in a vessel, for example as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  37 Li - 37 Liv. In some examples, the spines  4968   a ,  4968   b  and the splines  4964  may be cut from a single hypotube to form a monolithic support structure. In some examples, some or all of the spines  4968   a ,  4968   b  and the splines  4964  may be formed independently and then coupled. 
     The splines  4964  of the expandable structure  4960  are in pairs that are longitudinally spaced along each of the spines  4968   a ,  4968   b . Other configurations are also possible. For example, single splines  4964  could be longitudinally spaced along each of the spines  4968   a ,  4968   b . For another example, single splines  4964  could longitudinally overlap (e.g., but not circumferentially overlap). For yet another example, more than two splines  4964  could extend between the spines  4968   a ,  4968   b.    
     The splines  4964  may comprise electrodes  4966  as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . In the expandable structure  4960  of  FIG.  49 D , one spline  4964  of each of the pairs of splines  4964  comprises electrodes  4966  and the other spline  4964  of the pairs of splines does not comprise electrodes  4966 . The splines  4964  comprising electrodes  4966  are on one side of a first plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  4960  and the splines  4964  not comprising electrodes  4966  are on an opposite side of the first plane. The electrodes  4966  are on portions of the splines  4964  that on one side of a second plane comprising the longitudinal axis and the portions of the splines  4964  on an opposite side of the second plane do not comprise electrodes  4966 . Such an arrangement can help to target a portion of a vessel or a nerve location and/or reduce profile in the contracted state. The spines  4968   a ,  4869   b  can be pulled into a catheter (e.g., being deployed and/or retract). The splines  4964  can increase (e.g., optimize) electrode placement on a vessel wall. One or both of the spines  4968   a ,  4869   b  can increase (e.g., optimize) contact of the splines  4964  and the electrodes  4966  against a vessel wall. 
       FIG.  50 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5000  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5000  comprises a proximal portion  5001  and a distal portion  5002 . The expandable structure  5000  comprises a plurality of splines  5004  between the proximal and distal ends. The splines  5004  radially converge in the proximal portion  5001 . The proximal portion  5001  may be considered closed. A closed proximal end can make retraction of the expandable structure  5000  into a catheter more reliable that expandable structures having an open proximal end. The splines  5004  are radially outward in the distal portion  5002 . Some or all of the splines  5004  may comprise electrodes as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, three circumferentially-adjacent splines  5004  may comprise electrodes, and the remaining splines  5004  may be free from electrodes. In some examples, the splines  5004  comprising electrodes are on one side of a plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5000  and the splines  5004  not comprising electrodes may be on an opposite side of the plane. The expandable structure  5000  may include additional splines  5008 , for example distal to the splines  5004  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  50 A ). Additional splines  5008  can help to anchor the expandable structure  5000  in a vessel. 
       FIG.  50 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5020  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5020  comprises a proximal portion  5021  and a distal portion  5022 . The expandable structure  5020  comprises a plurality of splines  5024  between the proximal and distal ends. The splines  5024  are radially outward in the proximal portion  5021 . The proximal portion  5021  may be considered open. The proximal portion  5021  of the expandable structure  5020  may comprise proximal tethers, for example as described herein, which can allow for retraction of the expandable structure  5020  into a catheter. The splines  5024  are radially outward in the distal portion  5022 . The distal portion  5022  may be considered open. One open end or two open ends can reduce occlusion and/or enhance blood flow through a vessel in which the expandable structure  5020  is positioned. Some or all of the splines  5024  may comprise electrodes as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, three circumferentially-adjacent splines  5024  may comprise electrodes, and the remaining splines  5024  may be free from electrodes. In some examples, the splines  5024  comprising electrodes may be on one side of a plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5020  and the splines  5024  not comprising electrodes are on an opposite side of the plane. The expandable structure  5020  may include additional splines  5028 , for example proximal and distal to the splines  5024  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  50 B ). Additional splines  5028  can help to anchor the expandable structure  5020  in a vessel. 
       FIG.  50 C  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5040  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5040  comprises a proximal portion  5041  and a distal portion  5042 . The expandable structure  5040  comprises a plurality of splines  5044 ,  5045  between the proximal and distal ends. The splines  5044  are radially outward in the proximal portion  5041 . The proximal portion  5041  may be considered open. The proximal portion  5041  of the expandable structure  5040  may comprise proximal tethers, for example as described herein, which can allow for retraction of the expandable structure  5040  into a catheter. In the expandable structure  5040 , the splines  5044  converge to two circumferential points  5046 . If tethers are attached to the points  5046  such that the points  5046  can be retracted into a catheter, the entire expandable structure  5046  can be collapsed into the catheter. The splines  5045  are radially outward in the distal portion  5042 . The distal portion  5042  may be considered open. One open end or two open ends can reduce occlusion and/or enhance blood flow through a vessel in which the expandable structure  5040  is positioned. Some or all of the splines  5044 ,  5045  may comprise electrodes as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, three circumferentially-adjacent splines  5044 ,  5045  may comprise electrodes, and the remaining splines  5044 ,  5045  may be free from electrodes. In some examples, the splines  5044 ,  5045  comprising electrodes may be on one side of a plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5040  and the splines  5044 ,  5045  not comprising electrodes are on an opposite side of the plane. 
     The expandable structures  5000 ,  5020 ,  5040  may comprise shape-memory material such as nitinol that transforms from a collapsed state to the expanded state upon release of a force (e.g., confinement in a catheter) and/or a change in temperature. In some examples, the splines  5004 ,  5024 ,  5044 ,  5045  and optionally the additional splines  5008 ,  5028  may be cut from a single hypotube to form a monolithic support structure. In some examples, some or all of the splines  5004 ,  5024 ,  5044 ,  5045  and optionally the additional splines  5008 ,  5028  may be formed independently and then coupled. 
       FIG.  51 A  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5100  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5100  comprises a proximal portion  5101  and a distal portion  5102 . The expandable structure  5100  comprises a plurality of splines  5104  between the proximal and distal ends. The splines  5104  are radially outward in the proximal portion  5101 . The proximal portion  5101  may be considered open. In the expandable structure  5100 , the splines  5104  converge to two circumferential points  5105 . Tethers  5110  are attached to the points  5105 , which can allow for retraction of the expandable structure  5100  into a catheter, for as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  51 Ei- 51 Ev . The tethers  5110  may comprise, for example, structural cord, wire, urethane tubing, etc. In some examples, electrical connectors for the electrodes  5106  may be bundled to form the tethers  5110 . The splines  5104  are radially outward in the distal portion  5102 . The distal portion  5102  may be considered open. One open end or two open ends can reduce occlusion and/or enhance blood flow through a vessel in which the expandable structure  5100  is positioned. The tethers  5110  can reduce (e.g., minimize) cardiac motion. The tethers  5110  can provide strain relief from the catheter. If the tethers  5110  are considered as a string, then motion of a catheter cannot push the expandable structure  5100 . If slack is left in place, the tethers  5110  cannot pull, which could allow a catheter body to migrate (e.g., from a pulmonary artery to the right ventricle) or even removed altogether. If the catheter body is in place, for example in a right ventricle, then cardiac motion should not push or pull on the expandable structure  5100 , which decouples cardiac motion. 
     Some or all of the splines  5104  may comprise electrodes  5106  as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, in the expandable structure  5100  illustrated in  FIG.  51 A , four circumferentially-adjacent splines  5104  comprise electrodes  5106 , and the remaining splines  5104  are free from electrodes  5106 . In some examples, such as the expandable structure  5100 , the splines  5104  comprising electrodes  5106  are on one side of a plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5100  and the splines  5104  not comprising electrodes  5106  are on an opposite side of the plane. The expandable structure  5100  may include additional splines  5108 , for example distal to the splines  5104  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  51 A ). Additional splines  5108  can help to anchor the expandable structure  5100  in a vessel. 
     The electrodes  5106  can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  5100 , the electrodes  5106  of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. The electrodes  5106  of the expandable structure  5100  are capable of being positioned at the pulmonary artery notch or bifurcation between the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery. The additional splines  5108  can anchor the expandable structure  5100  in a vessel (e.g., right pulmonary artery). For example, additional splines  5108  that are the distal-most part of the expandable structure  5100  can extend into a right pulmonary artery, for example distal to the pulmonary artery bifurcation. The electrodes  5106  can be cantilevered back toward the pulmonary artery bifurcation. 
       FIG.  51 B  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5120  in a collapsed state.  FIG.  51 C  is a perspective view of the example expandable structure  5120  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5120  may include similar features to the expandable structure  5100  (e.g., splines  5124 , additional splines  5128 , cut pattern, materials, etc.) with a few differences. For example, the expandable structure  5120  may comprise tethers  5110 , but any such tethers  5110  are omitted from  FIGS.  51 B and  51 C  for simplicity. For another example, the electrodes  5106  of the expandable structures are on tubular elements for each spline  5104 , but the electrodes  5126  are individually coupled to the struts  5124 . As shown in  FIG.  51 B , in the collapsed state, the electrodes  5126  are able to nest. Nested electrodes  5126  may provide reduced delivery profile. The electrodes of other expandable structures described herein may also be configured to nest in a collapsed state. 
       FIG.  51 D  is a cross-sectional view of an example catheter  5140  for containing an expandable structure in a collapsed state. The catheter  5140  schematically shows how a 9 Fr outer diameter catheter can contain containing 1 mm electrodes on four splines  5144  (e.g., the electrodes  5106  on the splines  5104 , the electrodes  5126  on the splines  5124 ) and a guidewire lumen  5142  configured to allow passage of a 0.025″ guidewire. Portions of expandable structures not comprising electrodes tend to be contained more easily and are not shown. 
       FIGS.  51 Ei- 51 Ev  illustrate an example method of retrieving an expandable structure  5160 . The expandable structure  5160  only includes two struts  5164  comprising electrodes for simplicity, but the expandable structure  5160  may include similar features to, for example, the expandable structures  5100 ,  5120 . The expandable structure  5160  comprises tethers  5162  coupled to proximal points.  FIGS.  51 Ei- 51 Ev  also show a sheath  5170  of a catheter that may be used to capture the expandable structure  5160 . The catheter optionally comprises a tubular member  5172 . The tubular member  5172  may comprise a guidewire lumen. In some examples, the tethers  5172  are coupled to the tubular member  5172  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  51 Ei ). In certain such examples, the tubular member  5172  may be longitudinally moved relative to the sheath  5170  for expansion and/or capture of the expandable structure  5170 . In some examples, the tethers  5172  are coupled to a different tubular member. In some examples, the tethers  5172  are not coupled to a tubular member, for example extending proximal to the proximal end of the sheath  5170  for direct manipulation by a user. The tubular member  5172  optionally comprises a tip  5174 . The tip  5174  may comprise an atraumatic distal end. The tip  5174  may be configured to occlude the sheath  5170 , for example as shown in  FIG.  51 Ev . 
       FIG.  51 Ei  shows the expandable structure  5160  in an expanded state after release from the sheath  5170 . In a vessel, the struts  5164  would appose the vessel walls and the electrodes  5166  would form an electrode matrix configured to stimulate a target nerve. FIG.  51 Eii shows the expandable structure  5160  after the tubular member  5172  is proximally retracted and/or the sheath  5170  is distally advanced. The proximal ends of the tethers  5162  are proximate to the distal end of the sheath  5170 , and the expandable structure is still in the expanded state. FIG.  51 Eiii shows the expandable structure  5160  after the tubular member  5172  is further proximally retracted and/or the sheath  5170  is further distally advanced. The tethers  5162  are in the sheath  5170 , and the proximal portion of the expandable structure  5160  is in the sheath  5170 . The tethers  5162  guide the proximal portion of the expandable structure  5160  radially inward and into the distal end of the sheath  5170 . The proximal portion of the expandable structure  5160  is radially compressed by the sheath  5170 , radially compressing the remainder of the expandable structure  5160  towards the compressed state. FIG.  51 Eiv shows the expandable structure  5160  after the tubular member  5172  is further proximally retracted and/or the sheath  5170  is further distally advanced. Much of the expandable structure  5160  is in the sheath  5170 .  FIG.  51 Ev  does not show the expandable structure  5160  because, after the tubular member  5172  is further proximally retracted and/or the sheath  5170  is further distally advanced, the expandable structure  5160  is in the sheath  5170  in the collapsed state. The tip  5174  mates with the distal end of the sheath  5170 . The expandable structure  5170  may be configured to collapse into the sheath  5170  upon failure and/or movement, for example as described herein. 
       FIG.  51 Fi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5180  in an expanded state. FIG.  51 Fii is a side view of the example expandable structure  5180  of  FIG.  51 Fi  The expandable structure  5180  is coupled to a guidewire sheath  5182 . The expandable structure  5180  can be tracked over a guidewire  5183  by positioning a proximal end of the guidewire  5183  in a lumen of the guidewire sheath  5182 . The expandable structure  5180  comprises a first plurality of splines  5184  between the proximal and distal ends. From proximal to distal, the first plurality of splines  5184  extend from one side of a hub  5186  longitudinally and circumferentially towards the distal end. Such a configuration can, for example, reduce an amount of spline material in a lumen such as a blood vessel. The extension from the hub  5186  can allow for retraction of the expandable structure  5180  into a catheter  5181  (e.g., by proximally retracting the guidewire sheath  5182  and/or distally advancing the catheter  5181 ). The expandable structure may include a second plurality of splines  5188 . As best seen in FIG.  51 Fii, the second plurality of splines  5188  can form an annular cage configured to anchor the expandable structure  5180  in a vessel (e.g., a right pulmonary artery). For example, the splines  5188  that are the distal-most part of the expandable structure  5180  can extend into a right pulmonary artery, for example distal to the pulmonary artery bifurcation. In an expanded state, the guidewire sheath  5182  is proximate to a circumference of the expandable structure  5180 , for example as opposed to being in a central portion of the expandable structure  5180 . A guidewire sheath  5182  proximate a circumference can reduce an amount of material in a central part of a lumen such as a blood vessel. This can reduce interaction of the guidewire sheath  5182  with blood, reducing risk of embolization. The guidewire sheath  5182  may include a coating to inhibit endothelialization if the guidewire sheath  5182  is adjacent to a vessel wall for an extended period of time. 
     Some or all of the splines  5184  may comprise electrodes  5186  as described herein. In some examples, an electrode structure (e.g., as described with respect to  FIG.  53 A ) may be coupled to the splines  5184  before coupling the splines  5184  to the hub  5186 . In the expandable structure  5180  illustrated in  FIG.  51 Fi , four circumferentially-adjacent splines  5184  can comprise electrodes, and the two remaining splines  5184  may be free from electrodes  5186 . As best seen in FIG.  51 Fii, the splines  5184  comprising electrodes may be on one side of a plane dividing the expandable structure  5180  and the splines  5184  not comprising electrodes may be on an opposite side of the plane. The electrodes can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  5180 , the electrodes of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. The electrodes of the expandable structure  5180  are capable of being positioned, for example, in a right pulmonary artery. 
       FIG.  52 Ai  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5200  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Aii is a side view of the expandable structure  5200  of  FIG.  52 Ai  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Aiii is an end view of the expandable structure  5200  of  FIG.  52 Ai  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5200  comprises a proximal portion  5201  and a distal portion  5202 . The expandable structure  5200  comprises a plurality of splines  5204  between the proximal and distal ends. In a fully expanded state, the splines  5204  protrude radially outward in the proximal portion  5201  to form almost a spherical shape. In the expandable structure  5200 , the splines  5204  converge to a circumferential point, optionally coupled to a proximal hub  5205 , which can allow for retraction of the expandable structure  5200  into a catheter  5209 , for as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  22 F,  22 M,  36 B,  37 B, and  50 A . The splines  5204  are pliable, which can help the splines  5204  to conform to the shape of a vessel in which they are positioned (e.g., a right pulmonary artery). The expandable structure  5200  may include additional splines  5208 , for example distal to the splines  5204  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  52 A ). Additional splines  5208  can help to anchor the expandable structure  5200  in a vessel. For example, certain expandable structures may only include highly compliant splines, which may be acceptable for short-term use, but anchoring splines  5208  can help to maintain the positions of compliant splines over a long treatment duration (e.g., 0.5-6 days). The additional splines  5208  in the distal portion  5202  may be substantially circumferentially positioned about and/or parallel to a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5200 . The distal portion  5202  may be considered open. One open end or two open ends can reduce occlusion and/or enhance blood flow through a vessel in which the expandable structure  5200  is positioned. 
     In some examples, the proximal portion  5201  comprises a first set of splines  5204  and the distal portion  5202  comprises a second set of splines  5208 . The first set of splines  5204  may have a higher compliance (e.g., lower spring rate) than the second set of splines  5208 . In some examples, in a fully expanded state, the proximal portion  5201  has a first shape (e.g., spherical) and the distal portion  5202  has a second shape (e.g., cylindrical). In some examples, in a fully expanded state, the proximal portion  5201  has a first diameter and the distal portion  5202  has a second diameter less than the first diameter. For example, with reference to FIG.  52 Aiii, a difference in radius Δr between the splines  5204  of the proximal portion  5201  and the splines  5208  of the distal portion  5202  may be about 1 mm to about 4 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about, 2 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). In a partially expanded state (e.g., limited by a vessel wall), the first diameter and the second diameter may be the same. 
     In some examples, the proximal portion  5201  and the distal portion  5202  may be monolithically cut from single tube or sheet, which can reduce a need to couple the proximal portion  5201  and the distal portion  5202 . A coupling point can be a point of weakness prone to fracture. In some examples, the proximal portion  5201  may be cut from a first tube or sheet and the distal portion  5202  may be cut from a second tube or sheet different than the first tube or sheet, and the proximal portion  5201  may be coupled to the distal portion  5202 . Cutting from different tubes or sheets can more effectively decouple certain properties such as radial stiffness. In some examples, cutting of a monolithic structure can attempt to mimic the effects of separate cutting, for example by varying thickness and/or geometry, twisting, etc. 
     Some or all of the splines  5204  may comprise electrodes  5206  as described herein, for example but not limited to as described with respect to the splines  3622  of the expandable structure  3620 . For example, in the expandable structure  5200  illustrated in FIG.  52 Aii, two circumferentially-adjacent splines  5204  comprise electrodes  5206 , and the remaining splines  5204  are free from electrodes  5206 . In some examples, such as the expandable structure  5200 , the splines  5204  comprising electrodes  5206  may be on one side of a plane comprising a longitudinal axis of the expandable structure  5200  and the splines  5204  not comprising electrodes  5206  may be on an opposite side of the plane. The electrodes  5206  may be overmolded in insulating material, for example as described with respect to  FIGS.  53 A - 53 Eii. The splines  5204  may be coupled to a hub  5205  after coupling overmolded electrode structures. 
     The electrodes  5206  can form an electrode matrix. The number of electrodes in the electrode matrix, electrode sizing, electrode spacing, etc. may be in accordance with other systems described herein.  FIGS.  52 Ai  and  52 Aii illustrate two splines  5204  each having three electrodes  5206 , forming a 2×3 matrix of six electrodes  5206 . Upon expansion of the expandable structure  5200 , the electrodes  5206  of the electrode matrix may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy (e.g., neurostimulation to increase left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation), for example as described herein. In some examples, each of the splines  5204  may include electrodes  5206 , forming a fully circumferential electrode array. A fully circumferential electrode array can advantageously avoid rotational repositioning. A partially circumferential electrode array (e.g., as illustrated in  FIGS.  52 Ai  and  52 Aii can reduce cost, device size, and/or manufacturing complexity. A partially circumferential electrode array can be rotationally repositioned as needed. For example, the electrode structure  5200  can be deployed, tested (e.g., by activating combinations of electrodes), and then if needed, retrieved, torqued, redeployed, and retested, which can be repeated as needed. 
     The electrodes  5206  of the expandable structure  5200  are capable of being positioned at the pulmonary artery notch or bifurcation between the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery. The additional splines  5208  can anchor the expandable structure  5200  in a vessel (e.g., right pulmonary artery, left pulmonary artery). For example, additional splines  5208  that are the distal-most part of the expandable structure  5200  can extend into a right pulmonary artery or a left pulmonary artery, for example distal to the pulmonary artery bifurcation. 
     FIG.  52 Aiv illustrates the expandable structure  5200  of  FIG.  52 Ai  positioned in a right pulmonary artery  5214 . The splines  5208  anchor the expandable structure  5200  in the right pulmonary artery. With reference to  FIG.  2 B , in some examples, the splines  5208  are to the right of the right lateral plane  216 . The splines  5204  conform to the shape of the pulmonary artery  5214 , and may conform to the shape of the pulmonary trunk  5212  and/or left pulmonary artery  5216  depending on the desired position of the expandable structure  5200 . 
       FIG.  52 Bi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5220  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Bii is an end view of the expandable structure  5220  of  FIG.  52 Bi  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5220  may share similar features as the expandable structure  5200  (e.g., proximal portion  5221 , distal portion  5222 , etc.). In the expandable structure  5220 , the proximal portion  5221  comprises two types of splines  5224   a ,  5224   b . The splines  5224   a  may be similar to the splines  5204  of the expandable structure  5200 . The splines  5224   b  are bifurcated between a proximal end of the proximal portion  5221  and a distal end of the proximal portion  5221 . The splines  5224   b  become circumferentially further apart from the proximal end of the proximal portion  5221  towards the distal end of the proximal portion  5221 , and become circumferentially further apart from the distal end of the proximal portion  5221  towards the proximal end of the proximal portion  5221 , being furthest apart in an intermediate part of the proximal portion  5221 . The bifurcation of the splines  5224   b  can help to stabilize a distance between adjacent splines. In some examples, each of the splines  5224   b  may comprise electrodes. In some examples, each of the splines  5224   a  may comprise electrodes. In some examples, some of the splines  5224   b  may comprise electrodes. In some examples, some of the splines  5224   a  may comprise electrodes. In some examples, some of the splines  5224   b  may comprise electrodes and some of the splines  5224   a  may comprise electrodes. As described herein, more splines  5224   a  and/or  5224   b  including electrodes can reduce repositioning, whereas fewer splines  5224   a  and/or  5224   b  including electrodes can reduce device size, cost, and/or manufacturing complexity. 
     As best seen in FIG.  52 Bii, the splines  5224   a ,  5224   b  alternate about the circumference of the expandable structure  5220 . In some examples, the bifurcated splines  5224   b  may be circumferentially adjacent. In some examples, the expandable structure  5220  can include more bifurcated splines  5224   b  than splines  5224   a . In some examples, the expandable structure  5220  can include only bifurcated splines  5224   b  and no splines  5224   a . In some examples, the expandable structure  5220  can include fewer bifurcated splines  5224   b  than splines  5224   a . A difference in radius Δr between the splines  5224   a ,  5224   b  of the proximal portion  5221  and the splines  5228  of the distal portion  5222  may be about 1 mm to about 4 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about, 2 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). The distal portion  5222  illustrated in  FIG.  52 Bi  includes six cells each tapering to a proximal point and then a tail. Three of the tails are bifurcated splines  5224   b  and three of the tails are splines  5224   a . In some examples, only one of the tails is a bifurcated spline  5224   b.    
       FIG.  52 Ci  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5230  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Cii is a side view of the expandable structure  5230  of  FIG.  52 Ci  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5230  may share similar features as the expandable structure  5200  (e.g., proximal portion  5231 , distal portion  5232 , etc.). In the expandable structure  5230 , the proximal ends of the splines  5234  include S-shaped features best seen in FIG.  52 Cii, and then converge to a point. The splines  5234  have an S-shaped feature at the proximal end before converging to a circumferential point  5235 . The S-shaped features can, for example, reduce length of the expandable structure  5230  in the main pulmonary artery. For example, compared to the expandable structure  5200 , the expandable structure  5230  can be several millimeters shorter because the splines  5234  bend distally then proximally rather than continuing distally. The S-shaped structures can provide a radial spring, which can attenuate movement. Attenuated movement can help to maintain a position of the electrodes  5206  during movement, for example due to blood flow and/or respiration. The spring properties of the S-shaped features can be tuned or customized based on, for example, thickness of the splines  5234 , geometry of the splines  5234 , sliding a hub  5235  along a guidewire sheath  5237 , combinations thereof, and the like. The electrodes  5236  may be positioned on and/or proximate to an apex of the splines  5234 . 
     FIG.  52 Ciii illustrates the expandable structure of  FIG.  52 Ci  positioned in a right pulmonary artery. The splines  5238  anchor the expandable structure  5230  in the right pulmonary artery. With reference to  FIG.  2 B , in some examples, the splines  5238  are to the right of the right lateral plane  216 . The splines  5234  conform to the shape of the pulmonary artery  5214 , and may conform to the shape of the pulmonary trunk  5212  and/or left pulmonary artery  5216  depending on the desired position of the expandable structure  5230 . 
       FIG.  52 Di  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5240  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Dii is a side view of the expandable  5240  structure of  FIG.  52 Di  in an expanded state. FIG.  52 Diii is an end view of the expandable structure  5240  of  FIG.  52 Di  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5240  may share similar features as the expandable structure  5230  (e.g., proximal portion  5231  including S-shaped features, distal portion  5232 , etc.). In the expandable structure  5240 , the proximal portion  5241  comprises splines  5244  that are bifurcated between a proximal end of the proximal portion  5241  and a distal end of the proximal portion  5241 . The splines  5244  become circumferentially further apart from the proximal end of the proximal portion  5241  towards the distal end of the proximal portion  5241 , and become circumferentially further apart from the joint between cells of the distal portion  5242  towards the proximal end of the proximal portion  5241 , being furthest apart in an intermediate part of the proximal portion  5241 . As perhaps best seen in FIG.  52 Diii, pairs of the splines  5244  are side-by-side for at least the S-shaped feature. The bifurcation of the splines  5244  can help to stabilize a distance between adjacent splines. 
       FIG.  52 E  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5250  in an expanded and advanced state. The expandable structure  5250  comprises a proximal portion  5251  and a distal portion  5252 . Like the expandable structures  5200 ,  5220 ,  5230 ,  5240 , for example, the distal portion comprises a plurality of struts  5258  configured to anchor the expandable structure  5250  in a vessel. The proximal portion  5251  comprises a plurality of splines  5255  coupling the distal portion  5252  to an elongate member. The proximal portion  5251  also comprises a guidewire sheath  5254  comprising electrodes  5256 . A distal end of the guidewire sheath  5254  is fixedly coupled to the distal portion  5252 . A proximal end of the guidewire sheath  5254  is movable relative to the expandable structure  5250 . As the guidewire sheath  5254  is distally advanced, the guidewire sheath  5254  bows radially outward. In some examples, the distal portion  5252  is configured to anchor in a left pulmonary artery and the guidewire sheath  5254  is configured to bow into a right pulmonary artery. In some examples, the guidewire sheath  5254  is not configured to bow, but a spline  5255  comprises electrodes  5256  and is configured to bow. In some examples, the guidewire sheath  5254  comprises electrodes  5256  and is configured to bow, and at least one spline  5255  comprises electrodes  5256  and is configured to bow. In some examples, at least two of the splines  5255  comprise electrodes  5256  and are configured to bow. Deflecting a guidewire sheath  5254  comprising electrodes  5256  can reduce the number of components of the expandable structure  5250 . Multiple splines  5255  and/or a guidewire sheath  5254  comprising electrodes  5256  can form nested arcs forming an electrode matrix. Multiple splines  5255  and/or a guidewire sheath  5254  comprising electrodes  5256  can be independently or dependently operated. 
       FIGS.  52 Fi  and  52 Fii illustrate an example method of using the expandable structure  5250  of  FIG.  52 E . The illustrated anatomy model comprises a pulmonary trunk  5212 , a right pulmonary artery  5214 , and left pulmonary artery  5216 . The distal portion  5252  is anchored in the left pulmonary artery  5216 . In  FIG.  52 Fi , the proximal end of the guidewire sheath  5254  is distally advanced, as illustrated by the arrow  5257 , which causes the guidewire sheath  5254  to start to bow into the right pulmonary artery  5214 , as indicated by the arrow  5258 . In FIG.  52 Fii, the proximal end of the guidewire sheath  5254  is further distally advanced, as illustrated by the arrow  5257 , which causes the guidewire sheath  5254  to further bow into the right pulmonary artery  5214 , as indicated by the arrow  5258 . The position of the guidewire sheath  5254  can be fixed (e.g., by fixing the positon of the proximal end of the guidewire sheath  5254 ), and neurostimulation signals can be applied to the electrodes  5256 . 
       FIG.  52 Gi  is a perspective view of an example expandable structure  5260  in a collapsed state. In comparison to expandable structures comprising stent-like features, the expandable structure  5260  can provide a significantly smaller collapsed state. FIG.  52 Gii is a perspective view of the example expandable structure  5260  of FIG.  52 Fii in an expanded state. The device  5260  comprises a first wire  5262 , a guidewire sheath  5264 , and a second wire  5268  extending distally from a catheter  5265 . The guidewire sheath  5264  comprises electrodes  5266  and is configured to bow, for example similar to the guidewire sheath  5254  of the expandable structure  5450 . In comparison to expandable structures comprising stent-like features, the expandable structure  5260  can provide a one-size-fits-all device. For example, depending on radial strength, stent-like structures may need to have an expanded diameter within a certain percentage of a diameter of a vessel into which it is deployed; if the stent-like structure is too large, the vessel may be damaged or the expandable structure may only be able to expand to a state that is not optimal for the procedure (e.g., having electrodes too close together); if the stent-like structure is too small, the expandable structure may not be able to anchor in the vessel such that the electrodes may move during a procedure. By contrast, the expandable structure  5260  is not necessarily subject to such potential disadvantages because preloaded opposing wires can be adaptable to any diameters. 
     FIGS.  52 Giii- 52 Gv illustrate an example method of using the expandable structure  5260  of  FIG.  52 Gi . In FIG.  52 Giii, the expandable structure  5260  has been advanced in the left pulmonary artery  5216 . The expandable structure is expanded such that the first wire  5262  is preloaded against a first wall of the left pulmonary artery  5216  and the pulmonary trunk  5212  and the second wire  5268  is preloaded against the opposite wall of the left pulmonary artery  5216 . The expandable structure  5260  preferentially bends with the anatomy of the left pulmonary artery  5216 . In FIG.  52 Giv, the expandable structure  5260  is proximally retracted in the expanded state, as shown by the arrow  5272 . The second wire  5268  snaps into the ostium of the right pulmonary artery  5214 , providing a self-aligning method of accurately deploying the expandable structure  5260  into a specific anatomical position. The first wire  5262  and the second wire  5268  anchor the expandable structure  5260  in place. In  FIG.  52 Gv , the guidewire sheath  5276  is distally advanced, causing the guidewire sheath  5264  to bow into the right pulmonary artery  5214 , as shown by the arrow  5278 . The electrodes  5266  on the guidewire sheath  5264  can be used to target a nerve, for example as described in detail herein. The guidewire sheath  5264  moves independently from the first wire  5262  and the second wire  5268 , which advantageously decouples anchoring structure and electrode structure. As shown in  FIG.  52 Gv , the guidewire sheath  5264  may optionally extend radially outward of the second wire  5268 . As described with respect to the expandable structure  5250 , the guidewire sheath  5264  and/or one or more splines may include the electrodes  5266 , and positioning the electrodes  5266  on the guidewire sheath  5264  can reduce the number of components. 
     FIG.  52 Gvi illustrates an example method of using a version of the expandable structure  5260  comprising an electrode spline  5265 . The electrode spline  5265  can be operated independently of the guidewire sheath  5264  or with the guidewire sheath  5264 . When the electrode spline  5265  is in an advanced position, as shown in FIG.  52 Gvi, the electrode spline  5265  is nested with the guidewire sheath  5264 , forming a two-dimensional or three-dimensional matrix of the electrodes  5266 . The electrodes  5266  may be positioned on the guidewire sheath  5264  and/or electrode spline  5265  such that in the advanced position the electrodes  5266  are in a position to target a particular anatomy (e.g., a nerve that when stimulated increases left ventricle contractility and/or relaxation). 
       FIG.  53 A  is a perspective view of an example electrode assembly  5300 . The electrode assembly  5300  can be used in the expandable structures described herein. The electrode assembly  5300  comprises electrodes  5306  interspersed between electrically insulating material  5304 . The electrodes  5306  are each electrically coupled to an electrical connector  5307 . In examples in which the electrodes  5306  are on a tubular device, the electrical connectors  5307  may extend through a lumen  5310  of the tubular device. 
       FIG.  53 B  is a scanning electron microscope image of an electrode  5306  area in the circle  53 B of  FIG.  53 A  at 3,560× magnification. The surface of the electrode  5306  is surface modified by laser ablation. The laser ablation creates valleys  5322  and hills  5324 . In some examples, the depth of the valleys  5322  compared to the hills  5324  is between about 0.1 mm and about 1 mm (e.g., about 0.1 mm, about 0.2 mm, about 0.3 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.7 mm, about 0.9 mm, about 1 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). The laser ablation can be in one direction, two directions (e.g., a first direction and a second direction transverse (e.g., perpendicular) to the first direction), or more directions. In some examples, the effective surface area of an electrode  5306  can be increased by about 300× to about 500× by laser ablation. The electrode  5306  is a cylindrical electrode, but laser ablation can be used on any of the electrodes described herein. 
     The laser ablation can space portions of the electrode  5306  from the vessel wall, which can allow blood to flow over the electrode  5306 . Referring again to  FIG.  23 F , the insulating material  2316 , for example, may act as a spacer. Allowing blood to flow over the electrode  2308  may inhibit corrosion of the electrode  2308 . Allowing blood to flow over the electrode  2308  may allow blood to contact the vessel wall  2397  in the area of the electrode  2308  such that cells may be replenished. In some examples, the electrode may comprise longitudinal channels, a bumpy surface, etc. to allow blood to flow radially outward of the electrode  2308  but to still be closer to the nerve  2399 . In certain such examples, surface area of the electrode  2308  may be advantageously increased. 
       FIGS.  53 Ci - 53 Ciii- 2  schematically illustrate an example method of manufacturing an electrode assembly  5300   a ,  5300   b  such as the electrode assembly  5300  of  FIG.  53 A .  FIG.  53 Ci  illustrates the placement of electrodes  5306  in a mold  5340 . When forming a cylindrical electrode assembly  5300 , the mold  5340  may have a cylindrical or annular shape. The electrodes  5306  are coupled to electrical connectors  5307 . FIG.  53 Cii- 1  illustrates overmolding the electrodes  5306  in the mold  5340  with a biocompatible electrically insulating material  5342  such as urethane, silicone, combinations thereof, and the like. The electrical connectors  5307  are in substantially the same position as in  FIG.  53 Ci . Some portions of the electrical connectors  5307  are encapsulated in the insulating material  5342  and other portions of the electrical connectors  5307  are not encapsulated in the insulating material  5342 , for example being in the lumen  5310  between inner surfaces of the insulating material  5342 . FIG.  53 Cii- 2  also illustrates overmolding the electrodes  5306  in the mold  5340  with a biocompatible electrically insulating material  5342  such as urethane, silicone, combinations thereof, and the like. The electrical connectors  5307  are moved, for example by tension and/or by radially outward force of the overmolding process, such that substantially all of the electrical connectors  5307  are encapsulated in the insulating material  5342 . Encapsulating the electrical connectors  5307  in the insulating material  5342  can help to protect the wires, reduce the risk of electrical leakage, and/or reduce the risk of wire corrosion (e.g., through pinholes in insulation of the electrical connectors  5307 ). In some examples, encapsulating the electrical connectors  5307  in the insulating material  5342  can reduce or eliminate electrically insulating the individual electrical connectors. FIGS.  53 Ciii- 1  and  53 Ciii- 2  illustrate removal of the electrode assembly  5300   a ,  5300   b , respectively, from the mold  5340 . The resulting electrical assembly  5300   a ,  5300   b  is shown as a cross-section along the line  53 C- 53 C in  FIG.  53 A . The overmolding process can be applied to non-annular electrodes as well. 
       FIGS.  53 Di  and  53 Dii schematically illustrate another example method of manufacturing an example electrode assembly  5300   c  such as the electrode assembly  5300  of  FIG.  53 A .  FIG.  53 Di  illustrates the placement of electrodes  5306  in a mold  5350 . When forming a cylindrical electrode assembly  5300 , the mold  5350  may have a cylindrical or annular shape. The mold  5350  includes features  5352  such as annular grooves, which are the inverse of features overlap features  5354  such as annular ridges that are formed during the molding process. The electrodes  5306  are coupled to electrical connectors  5307 . With reference to FIG.  53 Cii- 1 , the electrodes  5306  are overmolded in the mold  5350  with a biocompatible electrically insulating material  5342  such as urethane, silicone, combinations thereof, and the like. The electrical connectors  5307  are in substantially the same position as in FIG.  53 Cii- 2 , for example moved by tension and/or by radially outward force of the overmolding process, such that all or substantially all of the electrical connectors  5307  are encapsulated in the insulating material  5342 . Encapsulating the electrical connectors  5307  in the insulating material  5342  can help to protect the wires, reduce the risk of electrical leakage, and/or reduce the risk of wire corrosion (e.g., through pinholes in insulation of the electrical connectors  5307 ). In some examples, encapsulating the electrical connectors  5307  in the insulating material  5342  can reduce or eliminate electrically insulating the individual electrical connectors. FIG.  53 Dii illustrates the electrode assembly  5300   c  after removal from the mold  5350 . The resulting electrical assembly  5300   c  is shown as a cross-section along the line  53 C- 53 C in  FIG.  53 A . The overlap features  5354  seal the ends of the electrodes  5306 . The overlap features  5354  at least partially define the dimensions (e.g., longitudinal width) of the electrically active areas of the electrodes  5306 , which can provide more predictable and/or uniform stimulation. The overlap features  5354  could space the electrodes  5306  from a vessel wall and allow blood to flow past the electrodes  5306 , for example providing advantages described with respect to  FIG.  23 L . The overmolding process can be applied to non-annular electrodes as well. 
       FIG.  53 Ei  schematically illustrates another example electrode assembly  5300   d  such as the electrode assembly  5300  of  FIG.  53 A . In contrast to the electrode assembly  5300   c  of FIG.  53 Dii, in which the overlap features  5354  return to the outer radii of the electrodes  5306  longitudinally outward of the electrodes  5306 , the overlap features  5356  of the electrode assembly  5300   d  extend the same or substantially the same radial width longitudinally outward of the electrodes  5306 . Returning to outer radii of the electrodes  5306  as in FIG.  53 Dii can reduce material use. Extending the same or substantially the same radial width can reduce mold complexity, increase wall apposition, and/or provide higher manufacturing tolerances. 
     FIG.  53 Eii schematically illustrates another example electrode assembly  5300   e  such as the electrode assembly  5300  of  FIG.  53 A . In contrast to the electrode assembly  5300   d  of  FIG.  53 Ei , in which the overlap features  5356  are smooth or substantially smooth longitudinally outward of the electrodes  5306 , the overlap features  5358  of the electrode assembly  5300   e  include a textured surface, which can form anchor structures, for example providing advantages described with respect to  FIGS.  12 A- 12 D  and/or  FIG.  27 I  (e.g., contacting vascular tissue in such a way that the movement of the electrodes  5306  at the location where they contact the vascular tissue is reduced (e.g., minimized) and/or some of the tissue may enter spaces between the anchor structures to increase likelihood of tissue engagement). The anchor structures can have a variety of shapes including conical, barbless hook, ridges and valleys, combinations thereof, and the like. Compared to the electrode assembly  5300   d  of  FIG.  53 Ei , an electrode assembly  5300   e  including overlap features  5358  including a textured surface can reduce material use. 
       FIG.  53 F  is an outer perspective view of an example electrode  5366 .  FIG.  53 G  is an inner perspective view of the example electrode  5366  of  FIG.  53 F . For example as described with respect to several expandable structures herein, a strut  5362  may be cut (e.g., laser cut) from a tube or sheet (e.g., comprising shape-memory material such as nitinol). The strut  5362  also includes an aperture sized and shaped to receive the electrode  5366 . 
     Electrically insulating material  5364  is coupled to the laser-cut strut  5362 . As best seen in  FIG.  53 F , the electrically insulating material  5364  may cover an outside of the strut  5362 . In some examples, an outside of the strut  5362  only includes electrically insulating material  5364  around the electrode  5366 . As best seen in  FIG.  53 G , the electrically insulating material  5364  may cover an inside of the strut  5362 . In some examples, an inside of the strut  5362  only includes electrically insulating material  5364  around the electrode  5366 . In some examples, an inside of the strut  5362  includes electrically insulating material  5364  around the electrode  5366  and proximal to the electrode  5366  (e.g., under the conductor  5368 ). The electrode  5366  is coupled to a conductor  5368 . The conductor  5368  may be insulated. 
     The conductor  5368  may be electrically coupled to the electrode  5366  without use of solder, welding, etc. For example, the electrode  5366  can pass through the aperture of the strut  5362  and then be deformed (e.g., swaged, crimped) on the inside to retain the electrode  5366  to the strut  5362 , for example as shown in  FIG.  53 G . In some examples, the strut  5362  can include a channel or slot into which the conductor  5368  can be inserted. In some examples, electrically insulating material can be applied over the deformed electrode  5366  and the conductor  5368  on the inside of the strut  5362 , after which the electrode  5366  is only exposed on the outside, as shown in  FIG.  53 F . In some examples, the strut  5362  may comprise a plurality of electrodes  5366  coupled thereto in the same manner. In some examples, an expandable structure can include a plurality of the struts  5362 . Each of the plurality of struts  5362  may include a plurality of electrodes  5366  coupled thereto in the same manner. 
       FIG.  54 A  is a schematic view of a heart with an example catheter system  5402  including an expandable structure  5408  deployed in the right pulmonary artery  5409 . The catheter system  5402  comprises a first pressure sensor  5404  in the pulmonary artery  5410  and a second pressure sensor  5406  in the right ventricle  5412 .  FIG.  54 B  is a perspective view of an example pressure sensor  5420  that can be used for the first pressure sensor  5404  and/or the second pressure sensor  5406 . The pressure sensor  5420  illustrated in  FIG.  54 B  comprises a 1 Fr MEMS-based pressure sensor including a wire  5422  extending proximally, for example available from Millar. The pulmonary valve  5411  is between the pulmonary artery  5410  and the right ventricle  5412 . The first pressure sensor  5404  and the second pressure sensor  5406  can be used to detect catheter movement, for example as described with respect to  FIG.  54 C . 
       FIG.  54 C  is a graph illustrating an example use of pressure sensors for monitoring catheter movement. Data from the first pressure sensor  5404  is shown in the top graph  5442 . Data from the second pressure sensor  5406  is shown in the bottom graph  5444 . In some examples, data from the first pressure sensor  5404  and the second pressure sensor  5406  may be displayed on the same graph. In some examples, data from the first pressure sensor  5404  and the second pressure sensor  5406  may be not displayed to a user and/or may be displayable upon user request, but the system may be configured to sound an alarm upon sensing movement. The data may be on a beat-by-beat basis, every second, or other intervals as may be appropriate. During a first duration  5446 , the data from the pulmonary artery is in a certain range and the data from the right ventricle is in a certain range. During a second duration  5447 , the data from the pulmonary artery is in a different range and the data from the right ventricle is still in a certain range. The data from the pulmonary artery is in the certain range of the right ventricle, which may indicate to a user that the first pressure sensor  5404  has migrated from the pulmonary artery  5410 , past the pulmonary valve  5411 , into the right ventricle  5412 . This migration may be indicative of migration of the catheter system  5402 , including the expandable structure  5408  providing stimulation. Upon such detection, an alarm may sound, stimulation may automatically shut off, the expandable structure may be collapsed, and/or other events may occur. During the duration  5448 , the catheter system  5402  has been moved so that the first pressure sensor  5404  and the second pressure sensor  5406  are in the pulmonary artery  5410  and the right ventricle, respectively. Monitoring catheter movement can alert a user to migration, which may cause adverse events such as myocardium stimulation, arrhythmia, damage to cardiac structures (e.g., due to unintended catheter removal), etc. 
     The catheter system  5302  can additionally or alternatively comprise first and second pressure sensors configured to detect catheter movement in other positions. For example, a first pressure sensor could be configured to detect pressure in the right ventricle and a second pressure sensor could be used to detect pressure in the right atrium. For another example, a first pressure sensor could be configured to detect pressure in the right atrium and a second pressure sensor could be used to detect pressure in the right inferior vena cava. In some examples, the first and second pressure sensors are configured to detect pressure in adjacent cavities (e.g., separated by a valve). In some examples, the first and second pressure sensors can be more remote (e.g., separated by a plurality of valves). 
       FIGS.  54 Di  and  54 Dii illustrate an example method and system for detecting movement of a catheter  5452 . In  FIG.  54 Di , the catheter  5452  is in an as-delivered configuration. For example as illustrated in  FIG.  54 A  but with respect to any of the expandable structures described herein or otherwise, an expandable structure shown by a dashed X is anchored in the right pulmonary artery  5409 . Anchoring or positioning is also or alternatively possible in the left pulmonary artery and/or the pulmonary trunk  5410 . The catheter  5452  includes an elongate element extending from the expandable structure, through the pulmonary trunk  5410 , through the pulmonary valve  5411 , through the right ventricle  5412 , through the tricuspid valve  5413 , through the right atrium  5414 , through the vena cava, and out of the subject (e.g., through a carotid vein or a femoral vein). The catheter  5452  includes a first pressure sensor  5454  in the right ventricle  5412 . The catheter  5452  optionally includes a second pressure sensor  5456  in the pulmonary trunk  5410 . A single sensor configuration is described in further detail herein. For example as described with respect to  FIGS.  54 A and  54 B , the pressure sensors  5454 ,  5456  may comprise Millar sensors or other types of pressure sensors. 
     In FIG.  54 Dii, the catheter  5452  has been pulled proximally, as indicated by the arrow  5458 . The expandable structure remains anchored in position as slack in the elongate member of the catheter  5452  is initially reduced. As shown in FIG.  54 Dii, this results in the catheter  5452  being pulled next to the annulus of the tricuspid valve  5413 . The first sensor  5454  remains in the right ventricle  5412  but makes contact with the leaflets of the tricuspid valve  5413  and chordae tendineae, which causes a change to the sensor signal even prior to reaching the right atrium  5414 . If the catheter  5452  is further proximally retracted, the first sensor  5454  is pulled into the right atrium  5414 , further changing the sensor signal. If the catheter  5452  is further proximally retracted, the slack will have been taken up and forces may start to act to dislodge the expandable structure. The method and system described with respect to the first sensor  5454  of  FIGS.  54 Di  and  54 Dii can provide early warning or pre-warning of movement of the catheter  5452  even before the expandable structure is moved and stimulation may be compromised. 
     The optional second sensor  5456  remains in the pulmonary trunk  5410 . For example as described with respect to  FIGS.  54 A- 54 C , the second sensor  5456  may be used to confirm movement of the catheter  5452  (e.g., movement due to the expandable structure becoming unanchored such that the second sensor  5456  moves through the pulmonary valve  5411 ). 
       FIG.  54 E  illustrates in a single figure an example method and system for detecting movement of a catheter  5462 . The catheter  5462  is shown in an as-delivered configuration in solid lines in the vena cava and the pulmonary trunk  5410  and in dashed lines in the right ventricle  5412  and the right atrium  5414 , and is shown in an as-pulled configuration in solid lines throughout. In contrast to the catheter  5452  of  FIGS.  54 Di  and  54 Dii, the catheter  5462  includes one sensor  5464  shown in an as-delivered position  5464   a  and an as-pulled position  5464   b . In contrast to FIG.  54 Dii, the catheter  5462  has been pulled such that the as-pulled position  5464   b  is in the right atrium  5414 . The sensor  5464  provides a right atrium pressure signal upon crossing the tricuspid valve  5413 , which is different than a right ventricle pressure signal and a signal indicating contact with leaflets and chordae of the tricuspid valve  5413 . The method and system described with respect to the sensor  5464  of  FIG.  54 E  can provide early warning or pre-warning of movement of the catheter  5462  even before the expandable structure is moved and stimulation may be compromised. 
       FIG.  55    is a front view of an example stimulation system  5500 . The stimulation system  5500  comprises a housing  5502 , a catheter connector  5504  including electrical connectors  5506 , a display  5508 , and an input  5510 . The housing  5502  can contain stimulation electronics including a switch matrix for electrode stimulation. In some examples, a minimum output of the stimulation matrix is 25 mA, up to 8 ms, and 100 Hz. Other minimums, maximums, and specified parameters (e.g., number of polarities, pulsing mode, amplitude, phase, voltage, duration, inter-pulse interval, duty cycle, dwell time, sequence, waveform, etc.) are also possible. A computing device  5520  (e.g., networked computer terminal, desktop, laptop, tablet, smartphone, smartwatch, etc.) may be communicatively coupled to the stimulation system  5500  via wired or wireless system. In some examples, a tablet may be connected to the stimulation system  5500  via a USB connection  5522  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  55   ). The computing device  5520  may include a display providing a graphical user interface configured to set stimulation parameters, present sensor data, view waveforms, store data, etc. The computing device  5520  may be networked to other computing devices, networks, the internet (e.g., via secured, HIPAA-compliant protocol), etc. Referring again to  FIG.  54 A , the electrical connectors  5506  may be configured to interface with electrical connectors from a pressure sensor (e.g., two pressure sensors). The electrical connectors  5506  may be configured to interface with electrical connectors from ECG leads (e.g., three leads from skin ECG patches). The electrical connectors  5506  may be configured to interface with electrical connectors from sensors configured to provide data usable for contractility measurement. The stimulation system  5500 , the computing device  5520 , and/or another computing device may be configured to use the data to provide a contractility measurement. The stimulation system  5500  may include additional electrical connectors that are not used to connect to current catheters, but that can provide the ability to update the system for future developments. The stimulation system  5500 , the computing device  5520 , and/or another computing device may include embedded programs for stimulation and/or sensing. The stimulation system  5500 , the computing device  5520 , and/or another computing device may include safety alarms configured to alert a user at the stimulation system  5500 , the computing device  5520 , and/or another computing device of an alarm event. In some examples, a third pressure sensor may provide confirmation (e.g., detecting that the second pressure sensor  5306  moved from the right ventricle  5312  into the right atrium). 
       FIG.  57 A  is a perspective view of an example of a catheter system  5700 . The system  5700  comprises a proximal portion  5702  configured to remain out of the body of a subject and a distal portion  5704  configured to be inserted into vasculature of a subject. The distal portion  5704  comprises an expandable structure  5720 . The system  5700  comprises an outer sheath  5706  an elongate inner member  5708  radially inward of the outer sheath  5706 . The system  5700  may include a shaft  5703  radially inward of the inner member  5708 . The inner member  5708  may comprise a guidewire lumen, for example allowing the system  5700  to be tracked over a guidewire. The shaft  5703  may comprise a guidewire lumen, for example allowing the system  5700  to be tracked over a guidewire. The outer sheath  5706  and the inner member  5708  may be coupled at the proximal end  5702 . 
     The proximal portion  5702  may comprise a handle and an actuation mechanism, for example to move the outer sheath  5706  relative to the inner member  5708 . To deploy the expandable structure, the outer sheath  5706  may be retracted while the inner member  5708  remains stationary, the inner member  5708  may be advanced while the outer sheath  5706  remains stationary, and/or the outer sheath  5706  may be retracted while the inner member  5708  is advanced. To collapse the expandable structure  5720 , the outer sheath  5706  may be advanced while the inner member  5708  remains stationary, the inner member  5708  may be retracted while the outer sheath  5706  remains stationary, and/or the outer sheath  5706  may be advanced while the inner member  5708  is retracted. The proximal portion  5702  may comprise a handle and an actuation mechanism, for example to move the outer sheath  5706  relative to the shaft  5703 . The proximal portion  5702  may comprise a handle and an actuation mechanism, for example to move the inner member  5708  relative to the shaft  5703 . The handle may include a locking mechanism, for example as described herein. 
     The sheath  5706  may comprise a reinforcing layer, for example a braid, a coil, a helix, combinations thereof, etc. The reinforcing layer may provide column strength to capture the expandable structure  5720 . A distal end of the sheath  5706  may be atraumatic. For example, after the expandable structure  5720  is deployed, the distal end of the sheath  5706  being atraumatic can reduce or prevent injuries from interaction between the sheath  5706  and the vasculature. In some examples, the distal end of the sheath  5706  may be selectively positioned or parked in a portion of the vasculature during treatment. For example, the distal end of the sheath  5706  may be positioned in the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, the pulmonary trunk, the right ventricle, the right atrium, the superior vena cava, or elsewhere as may be appropriate. If the sheath comprises a pressure sensor, for example, the position of the distal end of the sheath  5706  may be such that the pressure sensor is positioned in a desired body cavity (e.g., the right pulmonary artery, the left pulmonary artery, the pulmonary trunk, the right ventricle, the right atrium, the superior vena cava, or elsewhere as may be appropriate). Contrast, saline, heparin, and/or other fluids may be injected through the sheath  5706 , for example proximate to the expandable structure  5720 . Blood may be drawn through the sheath  5706 , for example to sample blood properties (e.g., SpO2) at the position of the distal end of the sheath  5706 . Preferably, motion of the sheath  5706  is not imparted to the expandable structure  5720 . 
     The sheath  5706  may comprise a radiopaque marker  5707 . The radiopaque marker  5707  may comprise, for example, and arcuate band. 
     The proximal portion  5702  may comprise an adapter comprising a plurality of ports, for example a first Y-adapter port and a second Y-adapter port. The first Y-adapter port may be in communication with a lumen configured to allow insertion of a guidewire through the system  5700 . The second Y-adapter port may comprise an electronics connector, which can be used to couple an electrode matrix of the system  5700  to a stimulator system. 
       FIG.  57 B  is a side view of an example expandable structure  5720  of the catheter system  5700  in an expanded state. The expandable structure  5720  comprises a proximal portion  5722  and a distal portion  5724 . The expandable structure  5720  comprises a plurality of wires  5726  and a plurality of electrode assemblies  5730 . 
       FIG.  57 C  is a side view of the expandable structure  5720  in an expanded state and without the electrode assemblies  5730 . Each of the plurality of wires  5726  is bent at an intermediate portion to form a bend  5728  at the distal portion  5724  of the expandable structure  5720 . In some examples, the expandable structure comprises a loop at the distal portion  5724 , for example as described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,018,401, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some examples, the distal end  5724  of the expandable structure  5720  does not include any coupling structures. Bends  5728  at an end of the expandable structure  5720  can, for example, provide an atraumatic end. Bends  5728  at an end of the expandable structure  5720  can, for example, inhibit or prevent a fracture at the end (e.g., because a continuous wire is less likely to fracture than a cut strut intersection or wires that have been coupled together). The expandable structure  5720  may be free of struts cut from a hypotube. The expandable structure  5720  may consist of or consist essentially of (e.g., also including tubing  5758  and the like) the plurality of wires  5726 . 
     The plurality of wires  5724  may be intertwined (e.g., braided, woven, and/or knitted) from the bend  5728  toward the proximal portion  5702 . The weave may be, for example, one-over-one-under-one, one-over-two-under-one, one-over-two-under-two, two-over-two-under-two, etc. The intertwined structure may be termed a basket, a stent, an anchor, and/or other suitable nomenclature. The plurality of wires  5726  may comprise, for example, a quantity of wires  5726  such that 2× the quantity of wire ends are intertwined toward the proximal portion  5722 . In some examples, the quantity comprises between 4 wires and 24 wires (e.g., 4 wires, 6 wires, 8 wires, 10 wires, 12 wires, 14 wires, 16 wires, 20 wires, 24 wires, ranges between such values, etc.). After intertwining for a longitudinal distance, pairs of the wires  5726   t ,  5726   c  are positioned side-by-side for coupling to an electrode assembly  5730 . One wire  5726   t  from each side-by-side pair  5726   t ,  5726   c  is terminated in the electrode assembly  5730 . The other wire  5726   c  from each side-by-side pair  5726   t ,  5726   c  continues to extend proximal to the electrode assembly  5730 . The wires  5726   c  and form spokes  5728  extending from a perimeter of the expandable structure  5720  towards a longitudinal axis  5709 . A woven structure may provide greater radial force than, for example, a laser-cut structure. Spokes  5728  at an approximate end of the expandable structure  5720  can, for example, provide an atraumatic end. Spokes  5728  at an end of the expandable structure  5720  can, for example, inhibit or prevent a fracture at the end (e.g., because a continuous wire is less likely to fracture than a cut strut intersection or wires that have been coupled together). Couplings of wires  5726  may each be within a sheath or other structure such that any fracture that may occur can be contained. 
     The expandable structure  5720  may optionally comprise a radiopaque marker  5725 , for example at or proximate to a distal end of the expandable structure  5720 . When the radiopaque marker  5725  is at the distal end of the expandable structure  5720 , a user can partially deploy the expandable structure  5720  to verify alignment (e.g., inferior-most, superior-most) prior to full deployment of the expandable structure  5720 . Although one radiopaque marker  5725  is illustrated in  FIGS.  57 B - 57 Dii, and a single radiopaque marker can provide certain alignment advantages (e.g., as discussed herein), a plurality of radiopaque markers  5725  is also possible. When the expandable structure includes a plurality of radiopaque markers  5725 , at least one of the radiopaque markers  5725  may comprise a different property (e.g., shape, thickness, material, and/or the like) than at least one other of the radiopaque markers  5725 . A different property can allow the at least one radiopaque marker  5725  to be distinguished and used for alignment, for example. 
       FIG.  57 Di  is an end view of the expandable structure  5720 .  FIG.  57 Di  shows the spokes  5728  extending towards a central longitudinal axis  5709 .  FIG.  57 Di  also shows that the electrode assemblies  5730  extend over only part of the circumference of the expandable structure  5720 . For example, the electrode assemblies  5730  may be on one side of a plane  5711  comprising the longitudinal axis  5709 . In some examples, the electrode assemblies  5730  are coupled to circumferentially adjacent spokes  5728 . The radiopaque marker  5725  may be on an opposite side of the plane  5711  as the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  57 Di ). The radiopaque marker  5725  may be circumferentially opposite to a circumferential midpoint of the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  57 Di ). The radiopaque marker  5725  may aid in rotational positioning of the electrode assemblies  5730 . For example, if the electrode assemblies preferably circumferentially extend between about 11:00 and about 3:00 with reference to a clock, the radiopaque marker  5725  may be positioned at about 6:00. The electrodes  5736  may act as radiopaque markers. 
     FIG.  57 Dii is an end view of another example expandable structure, similar to the expandable structure  5720 , but in which the radiopaque marker  5725  is differently positioned relative to the electrode assemblies  5730  and the plane  5711 . In the example illustrated in FIG.  57 Dii, the radiopaque marker  5725  is about 180° from a superior-most electrode assembly  5730 - 1 . Knowing the position of the radiopaque marker  5725  and its orientation about 180° from a superior-most electrode assembly  5730  can provide a user with information that the other electrode assemblies  5730  are anterior to the superior-most electrode assembly  5730  when the radiopaque marker is in an inferior position, which can provide information that all of the electrode assemblies  5730  are in a target zone (e.g., superior to anterior). In another example, the radiopaque marker  5725  is about 0° from a superior-most electrode assembly  5730 . Knowing the position of the radiopaque marker  5725  and its orientation about 0° from a superior-most electrode assembly  5730  can provide a user with information that the other electrode assemblies  5730  are anterior to the superior-most electrode assembly  5730  when the radiopaque marker is in a superior position, which can provide information that all of the electrode assemblies  5730  are in a target zone (e.g., superior to anterior). The radiopaque marker  5725  can be positioned in other orientations relative to the electrode assemblies  5730  to target specific anatomy with the electrode array. Examples of target zones in a right pulmonary artery, for example, are provided throughout this disclosure (e.g., with reference to the quadrants in  FIG.  2 D , with appreciation that  FIGS.  57 Di  and  57 Dii are proximal end views opposite the distal end view of  FIG.  2 D ). 
     The wires  5726  may include filaments, wires, ribbons, etc. having a circular cross-section, an arcuate non-circular cross-section (e.g., oval, ellipsoid, etc.), a rectangular cross-section (e.g., square), a trapezoidal cross-section, combinations thereof, and the like. In some examples, some wires  5726  may have a cross-section configured to interact with a shape of an electrode assembly  5730 , a hub system  5750 , and/or other components. The wires  5726  may have a diameter or lateral cross-section between about 0.002 inches (approx. 0.051 mm) and about 0.02 inches (approx. 0.51 mm) (e.g., about 0.002 inches (approx. 0.051 mm), about 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm), about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), about 0.015 inches (approx. 0.38 mm), about 0.02 inches (approx. 0.51 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, some wires  5726  may have a different diameter, for example configured to interact with a size of an electrode assembly  5730 , a hub system  5750 , and/or other components. In some examples, the wires ends that continue as spokes  5728  may have a relatively lower diameter, for example to reduce an amount of material at the proximal portion  5722 . 
     The wires  5726  may comprise, for example, nickel, titanium, chromium, cobalt, and alloys thereof including nickel titanium (e.g., nitinol), chromium cobalt, etc. The wires  5726  may be heat treated to impart shape memory or superelasticity to the expandable structure  5720 . For example, the plurality of wires  5726  may be heat treated so that the expandable structure  5720  is in an expanded shape (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  57 B ) in the absence of external forces, and is collapsible to a compressed or delivery state (e.g., due to forces applied by the outer sheath  5706 ). At least one of the wires  5726  may comprise radiopaque material, for example drawn filled tubing with a radiopaque core and shape memory cladding, a radiopaque marker coupled to shape memory material, combinations thereof, and/or the like. 
     In some examples, the diameter  5721  of the expandable structure  5720  in the expanded state is between about 15 mm and about 45 mm (e.g., about 15 mm, about 20 mm, about 22 mm, about 24 mm, about 26 mm, about 28 mm, about 35 mm, about 39 mm, about 43 mm, about 45 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). In some examples, the plurality of wires  5726  are heat treated to be self-expanding such that the expandable structure  5720  can self-expand from a compressed state for navigation to a target site to or towards the expanded state for treatment at a target site (e.g., a pulmonary artery (e.g., a right pulmonary artery, a left pulmonary artery, a pulmonary trunk), an inferior vena cava, a superior vena cava, an innominate vein, etc.). In certain such examples, the diameter of the expandable structure  5720  in the expanded state may be oversized to most the intended vasculature of most subjects to ensure vessel wall apposition. The expanded state in a vessel may be less than a fully expanded state (e.g., in the absence of any radially inward forces due to the vessel wall). In some examples, the wires  5726  may be non-self-expanding (e.g., balloon expanded, expanded like an umbrella with a wire, etc.). The expandable structure  5720  can be used in various sizes of vessels (e.g., right pulmonary arteries of differing sizes), and the woven structure can adapt to the size of the vessel without compromising system performance. For example, the expandable structure  5720  can appose vessel walls and push electrode assemblies against a vessel wall up to and including in a fully expanded state. 
     In some examples, the expandable structure  5720  may be self-expanding, and may be further expanded (e.g., expanded with a wire, for example as described herein), which may provide an adjustable expandable structure  5720  diameter  5721  usable for a range of vessels, vessel sizes, wall apposition forces, etc. Examples in which the expandable structure  5720  does not appose the wall in the event of an error could be advantageous for safety, for example as described herein. Upon expansion of the expandable structure  5720 , the electrodes  5736  of the electrode assemblies  5730  may be selectively activated for testing nerve capture, calibration, and/or therapy, for example as described herein. 
     When the plurality of wires  5726  are woven, the weave pattern may be consistent along at least a portion of the expandable structure  5720 . In some examples, the weave pattern may be consistent from the distal end of the expandable structure  5720  to the proximal end of the weaving (e.g., about where the spokes  5728  are formed). Referring again to  FIG.  57 B , in some examples, the weave pattern is different between a first segment  5740  and a second segment  5742 . For example, the first segment  5740  may comprise a first braid angle  5741  and the second segment  5742  may comprise a second braid angle  5743  different than the first braid angle  5741 . The second braid angle  5743  may be greater than the first braid angle  5741  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  57 B ), which can provide more outward radial force in an area comprising at least some of the electrodes  5736 . The second braid angle  5743  may be less than the first braid angle  5741 , which can provide more outward radial force for more wall apposition in an area lacking electrodes  5736 . The expandable structure  5720  may comprise more than two segments having changing properties. Other weave parameters may alternatively or additionally change between segments (e.g., braid pattern, picks per inch, porosity, density, etc.). 
     In some examples, deploying the expandable structure  5720  comprises advancing the expandable structure  5720  in a collapsed state distal to an expected target site. The expandable structure  5720  may be expanded towards an expanded position. Combinations and parameters of the electrodes  5736  may be tested. If the expandable structure is determined to be too distal, the expandable structure  5720  may be proximally retracted without being collapsed. This retraction may use a bit of force, but may be less harmful to the vasculature and/or easier for the user than, for example, distally advancing the expandable structure  5720  in an expanded state and/or resheathing the expandable structure  5720 , repositioning the expandable structure  5720 , and redeploying the expandable structure  5720 . 
       FIG.  57 E  is a proximal and side perspective view of an example hub system  5750  the example expandable structure  5720  of  FIG.  57 B .  FIG.  57 F  is a distal end view of the example hub system  5750  of  FIG.  57 E . The hub system  5750  comprises an outer band  5752 , an inner band  5754 , and an adapter  5756 . In  FIG.  57 E , the outer band  5752  is shown as transparent to enhance clarity. In  FIG.  57 E , the inner member  5708  has been omitted to enhance clarity. The inner member  5708  is coupled to the outer band  5752 . The outer band  5752  may comprise, for example, a radiopaque band. A radiopaque band can help a user identify the proximal portion  5722  of the expandable structure  5720 . The outer band  5752  may comprise, for example, a fully arcuate ring or a partially arcuate ring. The adapter  5756  may comprise a polymer (e.g., Pebax). The inner band  5754  may comprise, for example, a metallic band. A metallic band can be suitable for certain coupling methods (e.g., welding). The inner band  5754  may comprise, for example, a radiopaque band. The inner band  5754  may comprise, for example, a fully arcuate ring or a partially arcuate ring. 
     The wires  5726   c  that continue proximal to the electrode assemblies  5730  are radially inward of the outer band  5752 . The spokes  5728  turn so that the wires  5726   c  extend approximately parallel to the hub system  5750 . The adapter  5756  may comprise a plurality of radial protrusions  5755  at least partially defining a plurality of lumens or channels  5757 , one for each wire  5726   c  inserted thereinto. The wires  5726   c  are each located in a lumen or channel  5757  at least partially defined by openings between radial protrusions  5755  of the adapter  5756 . The outer band  5752  may at least partially define the lumens  5757 . The wires  5726   c  are also radially inward of the inner band  5754 . The wires  5726   c  may be coupled to the inner band  5754  (e.g., by welding, solder, adhesion, friction fit, combinations thereof, and/or the like). The inner band  5754  may be proximal to the radial protrusions  5755  of the adapter  5756 . The adapter  5756  may comprise a central lumen  5751  radially inward of the lumens  5753 , for example to accommodate a guidewire, a shaft  5703  ( FIG.  57 I ), etc. 
       FIG.  57 G  is a proximal and side perspective view of a portion of the expandable structure  5720  and a portion of the example hub system  5750 . The outer band  5752  and the inner band  5754  are not shown for clarity.  FIG.  57 F  shows adhesive  5760  proximal to the adapter  5756 . The adhesive  5760  is also proximal to the inner band  5754 . In some examples, the adhesive  5760  may at least partially longitudinally overlap with the adapter  5756  and/or the inner band  5754 . The adhesive couples the wires  5726   c  to the shaft  5703 . The adhesive can also inhibit or prevent fluid ingress to the inner member  5708 . The wires  5726   c  are coupled to the hub system  5750 , which is coupled to the inner member  5708 . These couplings together couple the expandable structure  5720  to the inner member  5708  and the shaft  5703 . In some examples (e.g., omitting the adhesive  5760 ), the expandable structure  5720  may be coupled to the inner member  5708  and movable relative to the shaft  5703 . The adhesive  5760  may provide a fluid-tight seal between the expandable structure  5720  and the portion of the catheter system  5700  proximal thereto. 
       FIG.  57 H  is a side view a portion of the expandable structure  5720  and a portion of the example hub system  5750 .  FIGS.  57 G and  57 H  show polymer tubing  5758  around part of each of the wires  5726   c . The polymer tubing  5758  may comprise, for example, heat shrink tubing (e.g., comprising PET). The polymer tubing  5758  at least partially encapsulates a pair of wires  5726   t ,  5726   c , including the proximal end of the wire  5726   t . The polymer tubing  5758  can reduce or eliminate exposure of the vasculature to sharp ends of the wires  5726   t . The polymer tubing  5758  can help to couple the pairs of wires  5726   t ,  5726   c  to maintain a shape of the expandable structure  5720 . The polymer tubing  5728  may extend to the adapter  5756 , for example such that the spokes  5728  include the polymer tubing  5728 . The polymer tubing may, for example, enhance anti-thrombogenicity, improve deployment and/or resheathing force (e.g., increasing lubricity against the outer sheath  5706 ). In some examples, the wires  5726  may be shape set before attachment of the polymer tubing  5758 . In some examples, the wires  5726  may be shape set before termination of the wires  5726   t.    
       FIGS.  57 G and  57 H  further illustrates polymer tubing  5759  around the wires  5726   c  extending from electrode assemblies  5730  (as illustrated, four polymer tubes  5759  around four wires  5726   c  extending from four electrode assemblies. The conductor wires  5737  ( FIGS.  57 L and  57 M ) extend radially inward of the polymer tubing  5759 . The polymer tubing  5759  may comprise, for example, PTFE. The portions of the wires  5726   c  proximal to the polymer tubing  5759  and the proximal tubing  5758  may be uncovered, for example for welding or soldering to the inner band  5754 . 
       FIG.  57 I  is a cross-sectional view of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E  taken lateral to an inner band  5754  of the hub system  5750 .  FIG.  57 I  shows that the wires  5726  can be sandwiched between the inner band  5754  and the proximal part of the adapter  5756  lacking the radial protrusions  5755 . In some examples, the wires  5726  are welded to the inner band  5754 . In some examples, the inner band  5754 , the wires  5726 , and the adapter  5756  form a friction fit. 
       FIG.  57 J  is an exploded proximal and side perspective view of the example hub system of  FIG.  57 E . Proximal ends of wires  5726  are also shown for reference. The inner diameter of the outer band  5752  is larger than the outer diameter of the adapter  5756  (e.g., including the radial protrusions  5755 ). The outer diameter of the inner band  5754  is larger than the combination of the outer diameter of the part of the adapter  5756  without the radial protrusions  5755  and the diameter of two wires  5726 . The diameter of the radial protrusions  5755  may be greater than the combination of the outer diameter of the outer diameter of the part of the adapter  5756  without the radial protrusions  5755  and the diameter of two wires  5726  (e.g., allowing the radial protrusions  5755  to extend radially outward of the wires  5726 . The outer band  5752  may have a length greater than a length of the adapter  5756 . The inner band  5754  may have a length less than a length of the part of the adapter  5756  without the radial protrusions  5755 . Other hubs are also possible (e.g., without one or more of the outer band  5752 , the inner band  5754 , and/or the adapter  5756 , or having a different structure entirely), or a hub may be omitted entirely (e.g., directly adhering the wires to the shaft  5703 . 
       FIG.  57 K  is top plan view of an example electrode assembly  5730  of the example expandable structure  5720 .  FIG.  57 L  is a partially transparent distal and top perspective view of the example electrode assembly  5730 . The expandable structure  5720  comprises four electrode assemblies  5730 , each comprising four electrodes  5736 . Other quantities of electrode assemblies  5730  and other quantities of electrodes  5736  are also possible. Some electrode assemblies  5730  may comprise fewer electrodes  5736  than other electrode assemblies  5730 . Some electrode assemblies may be different than the electrode assembly  5730 . 
     The electrode assembly  5730  comprises an undulating or dog bone or hillscape shape. Referring again to  FIG.  57 B , the electrode assemblies  5730  are longitudinally offset such that the electrode portion of one electrode assembly  5730  can nest in the inwardly laterally recessed or valley area of another electrode assembly  5730  (e.g., a circumferentially-adjacent electrode assembly  5730 ) when the expandable structure  5720  is in a collapsed state, which can provide a smaller delivery profile to the catheter system  5700 . The wider portions may have a width between about 1 mm and about 5 mm (e.g., about 1 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 3 mm, about 4 mm, about 5 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). The narrower portions may have a width between about 0.25 mm and about 1.5 mm (e.g., about 0.25 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, about 1.25 mm, about 1.5 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). In some examples, a ratio of a wider portion to a narrower portion is between about 3:1 and about 7:1 (e.g., about 3:1, about 4:1, about 5:1, about 6:1, ranges between such values, and the like). 
     Referring again the  FIG.  57 L , the electrode assembly  5730  comprises a first insulating layer  5731 , a second insulating layer  5733 , a plurality of electrodes  5736 , and a plurality of conductors  5737 . Each conductor  5737  is electrically connected to one electrode  5736 .  FIG.  57 M  is a cross-sectional view of the example electrode assembly  5730  taken along the line  57 M- 57 M of  FIG.  57 L .  FIG.  57 M  shows that the conductor  5737  turns radially outwardly to connect to the electrode  5736 . Other connection mechanisms are also possible. For example, the conductor  5737  may lack a turn in the connecting portion. The first insulating layer  5731  and/or the second insulating layer  5733  may comprise, for example, polyurethane, epoxy, acrylic adhesive, parylene, combinations thereof, and/or the like. 
     The relative thicknesses of the first insulating layer  5731  and the second insulating layer  5733  may be complementary to provide a thickness of the electrode assembly  5730 . In some examples in which the second insulating layer  5733  is relatively thin, the first insulating layer  5731  can be relatively thick. In certain such examples, the second insulating layer  5733  may provide apertures for the electrodes  5736  while the first insulating layer  5731  provides features for mounting the electrodes  5736 , a channel the conductors  5737 , features for coupling to wires  5726  or struts, etc. (e.g., as described with respect to the electrode assembly  5730 ). 
     In some examples in which the second insulating layer  5733  is relatively thick, the first insulating layer  5731  can be relatively thin. In certain such examples, the second insulating layer  5733  may provide apertures for the electrodes  5736  and features for mounting the electrodes  5736  while the first insulating layer  5731  provides a channel the conductors  5737 , features for coupling to wires  5726  or struts, etc. 
     The second insulating layer  5733  can be different in durometer than the first insulating layer  5731 , which can change flexibility to aid in keeping the electrodes  5736  aligned with the longitudinal axis. Using a softer durometer for the second insulating layer  5733  may be less traumatic to tissue in contact with the second insulating layer  5733  and/or the electrodes  5736 . Using a harder durometer for the first insulating layer  5731  may provide more consistent manufacturing, for example laser ablating to form a channel  5734 . Using a harder durometer for the first insulating layer  5731  may provide stiffness to evenly distribute radial forces across the electrodes  5736  along the electrode assembly  5730 . 
       FIG.  57 N  is a partial cutaway proximal and top perspective view of the example electrode assembly  5730 . In  FIG.  57 N , the second insulating layer  5733  has been removed as well as three electrodes  5736 , leaving the distal-most electrode  5736  for illustration purposes. The electrode(s)  5736  in  FIGS.  57 K and  57 N  are substantially planar whereas the electrode(s)  5736  in  FIGS.  57 L and  57 M  are domed, as described in additional detail herein, for example with respect to  FIGS.  58 A - 58 Hiii. 
     With additional reference to  FIG.  57 M , the first insulating layer  5731  comprises a channel  5734 . The bottom and sidewalls of the first insulating layer  5731  form a U-shaped channel  5734 . The channel  5734  may extend along a length of the first insulating layer  5731  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  57 N ). The channel  5734  may terminate at a distal end proximate the distal-most electrode  5736  (e.g., distal to the electrode  5736 , distal to the connection point of the electrode  5736  and the conductor  5737 , etc.). The conductors  5737  are positioned in the channel  5734 . The channel  5734  may have a depth between about 0.1 mm and about 1 mm (e.g., about 0.1 mm, about 0.2 mm, about 0.3 mm, about 0.4 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). The channel  5734  may have a width between about 0.25 mm and about 1.5 mm (e.g., about 0.25 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, about 1.25 mm, about 1.5 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). 
       FIG.  57 O  is a bottom perspective view of the example electrode assembly  5730 . A pair of wires  5726   t ,  2726   c  is also positioned in the channel  5734 . The wires  5726   t ,  5726   c  extend into the channel  5734  via apertures  5739  from a bottom or radially inward side of the first insulating layer  5731 . In some examples, the wires  5726   t ,  5726   c  can extend into the channel  5734  via apertures in a lateral side of the first insulating layer  5731 . As described herein, the wire  5726   t  is terminated in the electrode assembly  5730  and the wire  5726   c  continues to become a spoke  5728 . The end of the wire  5726   t  and a portion of the wire  5726   c  are coated with the polymer tubing  5758 . The conductors  5737  and the wire  5726   c  extend into the polymer tubing  5759  (e.g., proximal to the channel  5734 ). The electrode assembly  5730  is coupled to a straight portion of the wires  5726 . The electrode assembly  5730  may comprise adhesive or other material at proximal and distal ends of the channel  5734  to seal the channel  5734 . The conductors  5737  are preferably individually insulated. In some examples, the conductors  5737  may be bare wires. 
     Referring again to  FIGS.  57 M and  57 N , the first insulating layer  5731  also comprises a plurality of recesses  5735  configured to accommodate the electrodes  5736 . The recesses  5735  allow the electrode assembly  5730  to have a low profile. The electrodes  5736  can also help to hold the conductors  5737  and wires  5726   t    5726   c  in the channel  5734 . The recesses  5735  may have a depth between about 0.1 mm and about 1 mm (e.g., about 0.1 mm, about 0.2 mm, about 0.3 mm, about 0.4 mm, about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). The first insulating layer  5731  may have a thickness around the recesses  5735  between about 0.5 mm and about 1.5 mm (e.g., about 0.5 mm, about 0.75 mm, about 1 mm, about 1.25 mm, about 1.5 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). 
     The second insulating layer  5733  is positioned over or radially outward of the electrodes  5736 . The second insulating layer  5733  may optionally laterally overlap parts of the electrodes  5736  such that parts of the outer surfaces of the electrodes  5736  are covered. Overlap may inhibit or reduce damage to edges of the electrodes  5736 . Damaged electrodes  5736  may produce higher current density, so overlap can inhibit or reduce higher current densities. The exposed portions of the surfaces of the electrodes  5736  provide stimulation as described herein, and covering the surfaces of the electrodes  5736  with the second insulating layer  5733 , which has easier manufacturing tolerances, can reduce expenses associated with tight manufacturing tolerances for the electrodes  5736 . Overlap can help to seal the electrode assembly  5730 . 
       FIGS.  57 K,  57 N, and  57 O  show electrode assemblies  5730  comprising optional distal tab  5738   d  and optional proximal tab  5738   p . The tabs  5738   d ,  5738   p  can provide additional interaction between the electrode assembly  5730  and the wires  5726  with little additional material or bulk, which can be important in a delivery state. In some examples, the tabs  5738   d ,  5738   p  are as thick as the bottom of the first insulating layer  5731  (e.g., between about 0.025 mm and about 0.15 mm (e.g., about 0.025 mm, about 0.05 mm, about 0.075 mm, about 0.1 mm, about 0.125 mm, about 0.15 mm, ranges between such values, and the like)). Referring again to  FIG.  57 B , distal segments of the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., a distal tab and one or two electrodes  5736  distal to the apertures  5739 ) is radially outward of the intertwined wires  5726 . In some examples, these distal segments are cantilevered, in comparison to the proximal segments proximal to the apertures  5739  that include portions of the wires  5726   t ,  5726   c , which are more rigid. The radial expansion force of the wires  5726  is configured to hold the electrodes  5736  against the vessel wall. In some examples, the radial force may be between about 10 grams and about 200 grams (e.g., about 10 grams, about 15 grams, about 20 grams, about 50 grams, about 100 grams, about 150 grams, about 200 grams, ranges between such values, and the like) as tested for the entire structure. The radial force at certain points along the structure may vary (e.g., struts comprising electrodes may have a higher bending modulus than struts without electrodes). 
     In some examples, at least a portion of the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., a distal tab  5738   d ) may be under a crossing strand. Positioning at least a portion of the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., a distal tab  5738   d ) under a crossing strand can help with alignment of the electrode assemblies  5730 . Positioning at least a portion of the electrode assemblies  5730  (e.g., a distal tab  5738   d ) under a crossing strand can reduce movement of the cantilevered part of the electrode assemblies  5730 . 
       FIG.  58 A  is a top and side perspective view of an example electrode  5736  of the example electrode assembly  5730 .  FIG.  58 B  is a top plan view of the example electrode  5736 .  FIG.  58 C  is a side view of the example electrode  5736 .  FIG.  58 D  is a cross-sectional view of the example electrode  5736  taken along the line  58 D- 58 D of  FIG.  58 B . An upper surface  5802  of the electrode  5736  is substantially flat or planar. The electrode  5736  comprises a first tab  5804  and a second tab  5806 . The second tab  5806  comprises an aperture  5807 . The first tab  5804  may be configured, for example, to couple a conductor  5737  to the electrode  5736 . The second tab  5806  may be configured, for example, to help interlock the electrode  5736  with the first insulating later  5731  and/or the second insulating layer  5733 . In some examples, one or both of the tabs may be thinner than other parts of the electrode  5736  and/or offset.  FIG.  58 Ci  illustrates an example of an electrode  5736   o  in which the first tab  5804   o  is thinned and offset towards a bottom side of the electrode  5736   o  where it is configured to interact with a conductor  5737  and in which the second tab  5804   o  is thinned and offset towards an upper side of the electrode  5736   o  where it is configured to interact with the second insulating layer  5733 . 
       FIG.  58 E  is a cross-sectional view of another example electrode  5810  of the example electrode assembly of  FIG.  57 K . The electrode  5810  includes the same features as the electrode  5736  of  FIG.  58 A , except that the upper surface  5802  is rounded or domed. 
       FIGS.  58 Fi - 58 Fiv are side views other example electrodes  5812 ,  5814 ,  5816 ,  5818 , respectively, of the example electrode assembly  5730 . The electrodes  5812 ,  5814 ,  5816 ,  5818  are increasingly more domed. For example, an electrode may have a dome protruding above a main portion by about 0.025 mm to about 0.5 mm (e.g., about 0.025 mm, about 0.05 mm, about 0.075 mm, about 0.1 mm, about 0.15 mm, about 0.2 mm, about 0.25 mm, about 0.3 mm, about 0.4 mm, about 0.5 mm, ranges between such values, and the like). 
     A domed electrode may impart a slight tent or push into the vessel wall, which can increase the likelihood of good vessel wall contact. Contact with the vessel wall can reduce distance to a target nerve. In fluoroscopy, it may be possible to see the dome being proud, which can be used to verify tissue contact. Impedance measurements may also or alternatively be used. A domed electrode may reduce the likelihood of blood flow around the electrode (e.g., by sticking into the vessel wall), which could cause loss of electrical current. No loss of electrical current may reduce the potential for loss from corrosion (e.g., of electrode material such as Pt/Ir). In some examples, a domed electrode at least partially not in contact with the vessel wall may create a larger effective surface area by exposing the circumference to the surrounding electrolyte (blood), creating a virtual electrode around the physical electrode. A domed electrode can provide increased surface area compared to a flat electrode, while still having the same footprint. A domed electrode may have reduced edge effects compared to a flat electrode. 
     A flat electrode may be easier to manufacture and/or less expensive than a domed electrode. A flat electrode may be less likely to be damaged during deployment and/or recapture of the electrode assembly. A flat electrode may be less likely to rub against or remove a layer of the outer sheath, which could damage the outer sheath and/or adversely affect electrode performance (e.g., because the electrode may include some insulating and/or conductive material from the rubbed layer of the outer sheath). 
       FIG.  58 G  is a top and side perspective view of an example electrode subassembly  5830  of the example electrode assembly  5730 . The electrode subassembly  5830  comprises the electrode  5812  and insulator  5820 .  FIGS.  58 Hi - 58 Hiii are side cross-sectional views of other example electrode subassemblies  5830 ,  5832 ,  5834 , respectively, of the example electrode assembly  5730 . The cross-section of the electrode subassembly  5830  is taken along the line  58 Hi- 58 Hi of  FIG.  58 G . The upper surface  5802  of the electrode  5812  protrudes or is proud over the upper surface of the insulator  5820 . In FIG.  58 Hii, the upper surface  5802  of the electrode  5814 , is a same height as the upper surface of the insulator  5822 . The electrode  5814  is more domed than the electrode  5812  of  FIG.  58 Hi , but the insulator  5822  is thicker than the insulator  5820  of  FIG.  58 Hi . In FIG.  58 Hiii, the upper surface  5802  of the electrode  5816 , protrudes or is proud over the upper surface of the insulator  5824 . The electrode  5816  is more domed than the electrode  5814  of FIG.  58 Hii, but the insulator  5822  is as thick as the insulator  5822  of FIG.  58 Hii. Recessed electrodes can create more uniform charge injection across the electrode surface. In some examples, a recessed electrode can have produce virtually ideal uniform fields across an electrode surface. Recessed electrodes can reduce edge effects. For example, regions of high current density at the edges of apertures may be less extreme than in a non-recessed electrode. Recessed electrodes may produce safer stimulation than non-recessed electrodes. 
     An electrode that is proud over the surface of an insulating material (e.g., as in the electrode subassembly  5830 ) can provide at least some of the advantages discussed herein with respect to domed electrodes and/or other advantages. An electrode recessed in an insulating layer (e.g., as in the electrode subassembly  5832 ) can be more directional, provide a more uniform current density, undergo more consistent corrosion, and/or help to reduce abrasion (e.g., of an outer sheath  5706 , which may negatively affect electrode performance). An electrode recessed into conductive material and proud over conductive material (e.g., as in the electrode subassembly  5834 ) can provide some of the advantages associated with electrodes that are proud over the surface of an insulating layer and some of the advantages associated with electrodes that are recessed in an insulating layer. 
     The cross-section of the electrode  5810  of  FIG.  58 E  shows that the electrode  5810  is hollow. By contrast, the cross-sections of the electrodes  5812 ,  5814 ,  5816  of the electrodes subassemblies  5830 ,  5832 ,  5834 , respectively, are solid. A hollow electrode  5810  may be easier to manufacture, for example by stamping a flat piece of metal. A domed electrode may provide more surface area and may more evenly distribute current applied to the electrode. In some examples, the conductor wire may be coupled inside the domed portion, which could ease manufacturing. In some examples, the electrode may include vertically offset tabs to weld the conductor wire (e.g., similar to the tabs  2804 ,  5806   o  illustrated in  FIG.  58 Ci ). Coupling the conductor wire at tabs can help to move the connection point, which may include dissimilar materials susceptible to corrosion, away from the active part of the electrode. 
       FIG.  59 A  is a side view of a segment of an example inner member  5708  of the example catheter system  5700 . A distal end of the inner member  5708  is coupled to the outer band  5752  of the hub system  5750 . In other examples, a distal end of the inner member  5708  may also or additionally be coupled to one or more other parts of the hub system  5750 , directly to the expandable structure  5720 , or may be movable relative to the expandable structure  5720 . 
       FIG.  59 B  is a perspective view of a portion of the example inner member  5708 .  FIG.  59 C  is a perspective view of another portion of the example inner member  5708 . The inner member  5708  comprises a first port  5910  and a second port  5912 . A pressure sensor, for example the example pressure sensor  5420  of  FIG.  45 B , may be in fluid communication with one or both of the ports  5910 ,  5912 . 
     As shown in  FIG.  59 C , the first port  5910  is circumferentially spaced from the second port  5912  by the distance  5916 . If the inner member  5708  is pressed against a vessel wall that occludes one of the ports  5910 ,  5912 , the other of the ports  5910 ,  5912  is likely to not be occluded. In some examples, the first port  5910  and the second port  5912  may at least partially circumferentially overlap. In some examples, the first port  5910  and the second port  5912  may be ordinarily circumferentially aligned. For example, the inner member  5708  may twist and/or turn such that if the inner member  5708  is pressed against a vessel wall that occludes one of the ports  5910 ,  5912 , the other port  5910 ,  5912  is likely to not be occluded. 
     In some examples, pressure sensors in fluid communication with both one or ports  5910 ,  5912  are configured to be used to sense movement of the catheter system  5700 , for example as described herein with respect to  FIGS.  54 A and  54 C,  54 Di  and  54 Dii, and/or  54 E. The ports  5910 ,  5912  may be covered by the outer sheath  5706 , for example during navigation, and uncovered when the expandable structure  5720  is deployed. 
     The inner member  5708  may comprise a radiopaque marker  5902  proximate to the first port  5910 . The inner member  5708  may comprise a radiopaque marker  5904  proximate to the second port  5912 . The radiopaque markers  5902 ,  5904  may provide a user with an approximate longitudinal position of the ports  5910 ,  5912 , respectively. The radiopaque markers  5902 ,  5904  may comprise an arcuate band. In some examples, the radiopaque markers  5902 ,  5904  may comprise rotational indicia (e.g., gaps in an arcuate band circumferentially related to the ports  5910 ,  5912 ). 
       FIG.  60 A  is a perspective view of part of a distal portion of the example catheter system  6700 . The distal portion includes the shaft  5703  and a nose cone  6002 . The nose cone  6002  may include a lumen  6004 , for example a guidewire lumen that allows the system  6700  to be tracked over a guidewire, for example as described with respect to  FIG.  26 E . The nose cone  6002  may be atraumatic. The nose cone  6002  may substantially seal the system  6700  during advancement. In some examples in which the shaft  5703  is movable relative to the expandable structure  6720 , the nose cone  6002  may be proximally retracted after the expandable structure  6720  is deployed. 
     As generally shown in  FIG.  60 A , when the expandable structure  5720  is in an expanded state, the nose cone  6002  may travel distal to the expandable structure  5720 . When the nose cone  6002  travels downstream in a right pulmonary artery, for example, the nose cone  6002 , which may have a diameter of about 5 mm, may occlude the right pulmonary artery, which tapers down to less than 5 mm. 
       FIG.  60 Bi  is a distal and side perspective view of another example of a nose  6052 . FIG.  60 Bii is a distal end view of the nose  6052 . Like the nose cone  6002 , the nose  6052  is coupled to the distal end of a shaft  5703  or other inner element and includes a lumen  6054  (e.g., for tracking over a guidewire). The nose  6052  may be coupled to the shaft  5703 , for example, by over-molding, adhesive, and/or other suitable methods. The nose  6052  includes a proximal segment  6062  and a distal segment  6064 . The nose  6052  may include a radiopaque marker. In some implementations, the nose  6052  comprises a polymer including radiopacifiers. 
     The distal segment  6064  includes a plurality of protrusions  6066  at least partially defining a plurality of channels  6067 . The protrusions  6066  have a thickness sufficient to create the channels  6067  even when the nose  6052  is apposing a vessel wall. For example, if a widest diameter of the nose  6052  is 5 mm, the protrusions  6066  may be at least about 0.5 mm, at least about 1 mm, or at least about 1.5 mm. For another example, the protrusions  6066  may be at least about 10% mm, at least about 15%, at least about 20%, or at least about 25% of a widest diameter of the nose  6052 . The channels  6067  provide blood flow through the nose  6052 , even when the nose  6052  may circumferentially abut a vessel. That is, even if the nose  6052  is tightly fit into a small vessel, fluid may flow through the channels  6067  and thus through the small vessel to provide downstream perfusion. The nose  6052  includes four protrusions  6066  and four channels  6067 , but other numbers of protrusions  6066  and/or channels  6067  are also possible. For example, the nose  6052  may comprise between one protrusion and eight protrusions (e.g., 1 protrusion, 2 protrusions, 3 protrusions, 4 protrusions, 5 protrusions, 6 protrusions, 7 protrusions, 8 protrusions, ranges between such values, etc.). More than eight protrusions are also possible. A single protrusion  6066  is possible if at least one channel  6067  is created thereby. 
     The protrusions  6066  may be evenly circumferentially spaced (e.g., as illustrated in  FIGS.  60 Bi  and  60 Bii). Even spacing can, for example, adapt to various vessels. The protrusions  6066  may be unevenly circumferentially spaced (e.g., clustered on one side of the nose  6052 ). Uneven spacing can, for example, be configured for a particular anatomy. The channels  6067  may be wider than the protrusions  6066  (e.g., as illustrated in  FIGS.  60 Bi  and  60 Bii). Wide channels  6067  can, for example, provide more area for fluid flow. The protrusions  6066  may be wider than the channels  6067 . Wider protrusions  6066  can, for example, help to define the channels  6067 . The wider the protrusions  6066  relative to the channels  6067 , the thinner the protrusions  6066  may be to still provide the channels  6067 . The protrusions  6066  may include walls that are parallel to a radius of the nose  6052  (e.g., as illustrated in FIG.  60 Bii). A radius-parallel wall may provide a largest amount of offset and possible channel  6067  creation for a given thickness of the protrusion  6066 . The protrusions  6066  may include walls at an angle to a radius of the nose  6052 . An angled wall may, for example, help to create a channel  6067  radially inward of the wall. 
     FIG.  60 Biii is a perspective view of the example distal end of a system including the nose  6052 . FIG.  60 Biv is a distal and side perspective view of an example distal end of a system including the nose  6052 . The proximal segment  6062  of the nose  6052  is intended to capture the distal end of the expandable structure  5720  such that the entire system better responds to a torque input on the outer sheath  5706 . Otherwise, if the outer sheath  6706  rotates, the inner components (e.g., the expandable structure  5720 ) may slip and/or lag in response. A shaft  5703 , inner element, etc. to which the nose  6052  is coupled is in a retracted state, for example for navigation to a target site. During navigation, the protrusions  6066  continue to protect the distal tip of the outer sheath  5706  from gouging into the myocardium as the system traverses, for example, atria and ventricles. Other designs for the nose  6052  are also possible, for example including lumens, pores, spirals, and other elements providing fluid flow through the nose  6052 . 
       FIG.  61 A  is bottom and proximal perspective view of another example electrode assembly  6100  of the example expandable structure  5720 .  FIG.  61 B  is bottom and distal perspective view of the example electrode assembly  6100 . In contrast to the electrode assembly  5730 , in which two wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  enter the channel  5734  through apertures  5739  in the sides and/or bottom of the first insulating layer  5731 , the two wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  are coupled to clips  6102 ,  6104 . In some examples, the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  may be welded or otherwise coupled to the clips  6102 ,  6104  in a manner that inhibits or prevents longitudinal movement. The clips  6102 ,  6104  may be the same or different. For example, as best shown in  FIG.  61 B , the clip  6102  may be configured to accommodate one wire  5726   c  and the clip  6104  may be configured to accommodate two wires  5726   c ,  5726   t . The clips  6102 ,  6104  may at least partially extend into the channel  5734  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  61 A ), or may be inward of and/or lateral to the channel  5734 . 
     The electrode assembly  6100  may reduce the depth of the channel  5734 , for example because the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  do not extend through channel  5734 . The electrode assembly  6100  may increase the overall thickness of the expandable structure  5720 , for example by the difference between the thickness of the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  and the thickness of the conductors  5737 . The electrode assembly  6100  may be easier to assemble than the electrode assembly  5730 , for example because the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  can be snapped into place, as opposed to being threaded into the channel  5734 . 
     To measure ECG, a nurse, paramedic, or other practitioner may place a plurality of adhesive electrode pads on a subject. In some examples, four, six, ten, or twelve electrode pads are used. Other quantities of leads or pads are also possible. For example, in a 12-lead system, an electrode pad can be placed on each limb (right arm anywhere between the right shoulder and the right elbow, right leg anywhere between the right torso and the right ankle, left arm anywhere between the left shoulder and the left elbow, and left leg anywhere between the left torso and the left ankle), a first electrode pad is placed on the fourth intercostal space on the right sternum, a second electrode pad is placed on the fourth intercostal space on the left sternum, a third electrode pad is placed at the fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line, a fourth electrode pad is placed midway between the second and third electrode pads, a fifth electrode pad is placed anterior axillary line on the same horizontal level as the third electrode pad, and a sixth electrode pad is placed at a mid-axillary line on the same horizontal level as the third and fifth electrode pads. Each electrode pad may function as a positive, negative, and/or ground electrode, for use in combination with other electrodes of other electrode pads. Leads may be snapped onto or otherwise coupled to the electrode pads. In some examples, a lead may be integrated with an electrode pad. ECG electrode pads and ECG leads can be color coded, labeled, and/or include other indicia configured to reduce errors in placement and connection. For example, the first electrode pad may be red and include indicia “V 1 ” to be connected to a red lead labeled “V 1 ,” the second electrode pad may be yellow and include indicia “V 2 ” to be connected to a yellow lead labeled “V 2 ,” etc. The other ends of the ECG leads may be connected to an ECG system. 
     Referring again to  FIG.  47 I , ends of the ECG leads  4730  may be coupled to electrode pads on a subject and the other ends of the ECG leads  4730  may be connected directly to an ECG system  4704  for normal ECG operation (e.g., without interaction with the filter assembly  4732 ). To include the filter assembly  4732 , ends of the ECG leads  4730  may be coupled to electrode pads on a subject and the other ends of the ECG leads  4730  may be connected to the filter assembly  4732 , which may be connected to the ECG system  4704 . The filter assembly  4732  may be confusing to some users, so using the same or similar color coding and/or other indicia may promote accurate use of the filter assembly  4732 . 
       FIG.  61 Ci  is top, side, and proximal perspective view of another example electrode assembly  6110 . FIG.  61 Cii is back, side, and proximal perspective view of the example electrode assembly  6110 . The electrode assembly  6110  may share features with other electrode assemblies described herein (e.g., the electrode assemblies  5730 ,  6100 ) and may have some different, additional, and/or fewer features. For example, the electrode assembly  6110  includes a lower insulator  6111 , an upper insulator  6113 , and electrodes  6116 . 
     Like the lower insulator  5731 , the lower insulator  6111  comprises a channel. The upper insulator  6113  also comprises a channel. Together, the channels of the lower insulator  6111  and the upper insulator  6113  form a lumen  6114 . Electrical conductors can be coupled to respective electrodes  6116  and positioned in the lumen  6114 . The lumen  6114  may have an open proximal end (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  61 Ci  and  61 Cii) and a closed distal end. Such a configuration may ease manufacturing, for example by only sealing one end after coupling electrical conductor wires, attaching to an expandable structure, etc. The lumen  6114  may have an open proximal end (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  61 Ci  and  61 Cii) and an open distal end. Such a configuration may ease manufacturing, for example by allowing the lower insulator  6111  and the upper insulator to be used in either longitudinal orientation. 
     In some implementations, the electrode assembly  6110  comprises a distal tab (e.g., like the distal tab  5738   d ). The distal tab can help to inhibit or prevent the distal end of the electrode assembly  6110  from protruding through open cell areas of an expandable structure. In some implementations, the distal tab has a length that is at least about 10% larger, at least about 25% larger, at least about 50% larger, at least about 75% larger, at least about 100% larger, or even larger, than a longitudinal length of a cell in a fully expanded position. The distal tab should not protrude distally beyond the expandable structure. The distal tab may protrude less than about five, less than about four, less than about three, less than about two, etc. cell lengths, and greater than one cell length. The electrode assembly  6110  and/or a portion or portions of the electrode assembly  6110  maybe annealed with an upward or outward curve. Such annealing could bias a distal tab away from an expandable structure, reducing the risk of the electrode assembly  6110  protruding through the expandable structure. 
     FIG.  61 Ciii is bottom plan view of an example upper insulator  6113  and example electrodes  6116  of the example electrode assembly  6110 . In some implementations, for example along the lines discussed with respect to the upper insulator  5733 , the upper insulator  6113  could omit the channel  6115  and/or the recesses  6117 , leaving apertures for the upper surfaces of the electrodes  6116 . In certain such implementations, the lower insulator  6111  can comprise the lumen  6114  and/or the recesses  6117 . If the upper insulator  6113  is too thin, manufacturing may become difficult, for example because tears can occur at thin points (e.g., proximate to electrode apertures). In some implementations, the upper insulator has a thickness between about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm mm) and about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm) (e.g., about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.007 inches (approx. 0.18 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.009 inches (approx. 0.23 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.011 inches (approx. 0.28 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). Different materials may have different manufacturable thickness ranges. As discussed above, the upper insulator  6113  includes a channel  6115  that at least partially defines the lumen  6114 . The upper insulator  6113  includes recesses  6117  configured to receive the electrodes  6116 . The upper insulator  6113  including some features and the lower insulator  6111  including some features can increase the thickness of the upper insulator  6113 , reducing the risk of tears or other defects during manufacturing. 
     FIG.  61 Civ is side view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies  6100  coupled to an expandable structure  5720 . FIG.  61 Cii shows that the lower insulator  6111  comprises a first aperture  6112   p  and a second aperture  6112   d . The second aperture  6112   d  is distal to the first aperture  6112   p . When the electrode assembly  6110  is coupled to an expandable structure (e.g., the expandable structure  5720 ), filaments of the expandable structure (e.g., the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t ) can enter the lumen  6114  through one of the apertures  6112   p ,  6112   d . The filaments can extend proximally and exit the lumen  6114  with the conductors. 
       FIG.  61 Cv  is bottom plan view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies  6110  in an example alignment for coupling to an expandable structure. The first apertures  6112   p  of electrode assemblies  6110   a  and  6110   c  are longitudinally aligned with the second apertures  6112   d  of electrode assemblies  6110   b  and  6110   d . The apertures  6112   p ,  6112   d  are configured (e.g., sized, positioned), such that the electrode assemblies  6110   a - 6110   d  can nest when the expandable structure is in a contracted state. Nested or staggered or offset electrode assemblies  6110  can provide tighter packing of more electrode assemblies  6110  in a small space. Nested or staggered or offset electrode assemblies  6110  can reduce a delivery diameter for navigation through small vessels and/or around tortuous bends. FIG.  61 Civ shows that the electrode assemblies  6110  remain in a staggered longitudinal position when the expandable structure is in an expanded state. 
       FIG.  61 Di  is top plan view of an example electrode  6116 . The electrode  6116  has an obround shape comprising two semicircles  6120  connected by parallel lines tangent to the endpoints of the semicircles  6120  forming a rectangular section  6122 . The obround shape may be referred to as discorectangular or sausage-shaped. The obround shape can provide more surface area than a circular shape when an electrode that is not wide (e.g., to reduce a circumferential thickness, such as for compaction in a catheter) is desired. The obround shape can provide the same or a similar current density to a circular electrode. In some implementations, the length of the rectangular section  6122  is the same as the diameter of the semicircular sections  6120 , making the rectangular section  6122  a square. In some implementations, the length of the rectangular section  6122  is less than the diameter of the semicircular sections  6120 , making the rectangular section  6122  a rectangle having a length less than width. In some implementations, the length of the rectangular section  6122  is greater than the diameter of the semicircular sections  6120 , making the rectangular section  6122  a rectangle having a length greater than width. A ratio of the length of the rectangular section  6122  to a diameter of the semicircular sections  6120  can be between about 1:3 and about 3:1 (e.g., about 1:3, about 1:2, about 1:1.5, about 1:1.25, about 1:1, about 1.25:1, about 1.5:1, about 2:1, about 3:1, ranges between these values, etc.). Factors affecting the ratio can include, for example, desired surface area, desired electrode width, spacing between electrodes, spacing between electrode assemblies, etc. In some implementations, the electrode  6116  has a surface area that is the same as a circular electrode having a diameter between about 0.5 mm and about 3 mm (e.g., about 0.5 mm, about 1 mm, about 1.5 mm, about 2 mm, about 2.5 mm, about 3 mm, ranges between such values, etc.). The electrode  6116  also includes a proximal and distal tabs  6124 . Other shapes that can provide a thinner electrode and a current density the same as or similar to a circular electrode are also possible. For example, FIG.  61 Dii is top plan view of another example electrode  6126  having an oval or elliptical shape  6128 . The electrode  6126  also includes proximal and distal tabs  6124 . 
     As shown and described with respect to  FIG.  58 Ci , the tabs  6124  can be integral with but thinner than the bulk of the electrodes  6116 ,  6126 . For example, the tabs  6124  can be between about ¼ and about ¾ (e.g., about ¼, about ⅓, about ½, about ⅔, about ¾, ranges between such values, etc.) as thick as the bulk of the electrodes  6116 ,  6126 . While  FIG.  58 Ci  shows the first tab  5804   o  and the second tab  5806   o  extending from opposite upper and lower surfaces, the tabs  6124  can both extend from a lower surface. Offsetting the tabs  6124  to the lower surface of the electrode  6116 ,  6126  can reduce electrical effects that the bonding area may have on the electrode  6116 ,  6126  during operation. In some implementations, the conductor wire is coupled (e.g., welded, soldered, etc.) to the distal tab  6124  (e.g., a bottom surface of the distal tab  6124 ), and the conductor extends along the length of the electrode proximal to the connection point. Such a connector can be less prone to damage during manufacturing. Coupling conductors to bottom surfaces of the tabs  6124  can also or additionally reduce electrical effects that the bonding area may have on the electrode  6116 ,  6126  during operation. A tab  6124  that is not used for coupling to a conductor can help with sandwiching the electrode  6116 ,  6126  between upper and lower insulators. Features of the obround electrode  6116  and/or the oval electrode  6126  can also be shared with the other electrodes described herein and vice versa, including but not limited to having an aperture in a tab, being domed, being part of an electrode subassembly, etc. 
       FIG.  61 Ei  is top, side, and proximal perspective view of yet another example electrode assembly  6130 . FIG.  61 Eii is back, side, and distal perspective view of the example electrode assembly  6130 . FIG.  61 Eiii is top, side, and distal perspective exploded view of the example electrode assembly  6130 . FIG.  61 Eiv is top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of an example upper insulator  6133  of the electrode assembly  6130 .  FIG.  61 Ev  is an expanded top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of the example upper insulator  6133 . FIG.  61 Evi is top and side longitudinal cross-sectional view of an example lower insulator  6131  of the electrode assembly  6130 . FIG.  61 Evii is top and distal longitudinal cross-sectional view of the electrode assembly  6130 . FIG.  61 Eviii is an expanded top and distal longitudinal cross-sectional view of the electrode assembly  6130 . The electrode assembly  6130  may share features with other electrode assemblies described herein (e.g., the electrode assemblies  5730 ,  6100 ,  6110 ) and may have some different, additional, and/or fewer features. 
     The lower insulator  6131  comprises a tube  6134 . The tube  6134  may have a circular transverse cross section (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  61 Ei ,  61 Eii,  61 Evii, and  61 Eviii). Other shapes are also possible. For example, the tube could be oval or obround with The tube  6134  can be integral with the lower insulator  6131  (e.g., molded in a single shot). An integral tube  6134  could provide easier manufacturing of a single piece, could provide a better bond between components, etc. The tube  6134  can be made separate from and then coupled to the lower insulator  6131  (e.g., via bonding, via a two-shot mold, etc.). A separate tube  6134  could provide easier use of different materials, materials having different durometers, easier modification of one of the components, etc. Although illustrated as relatively short, the tube  6134  could extend to or proximal to a spoke of an expandable structure. The lower insulator may comprise a bump extending distally from the tube  6134  (e.g., as shown in  FIG.  61 Ei ), for example to provide a better transition to the wider portion of the electrode assembly  6130  from proximal to distal. 
     Like the lower insulator  5731 , the lower insulator  6131  comprises a channel  6139 , best seen in FIGS.  61 Eiii,  61 Evi,  61 Evii, and  61 Eviii. The upper insulator  6133  does not include a channel, but may if desired. Electrical conductors can be coupled to respective electrodes  6136  and positioned in the channel  6139 . The upper insulator  6133  comprises recesses  6141  for electrode tabs. The upper insulator  6133  comprises apertures  6143  for exposing the upper surfaces of electrodes  6136 . The upper insulator  6133  thus has more features than the upper insulator  5733 , but fewer features than the upper insulator  6113 . 
     The channel  6139  may have a closed distal end (e.g., as illustrated in FIGS.  61 Eiii,  61 Evi, and  61 Evii). The channel  6139  may have a closed proximal end in fluid communication with the lumen  6135  of the tube  6134  via an aperture  6137  (e.g., as illustrated in FIGS.  61 Evi,  61 Evii, and  61 Eviii). Conductors can be connected to electrodes  6136  (e.g., to bottoms of distal tabs as described herein), extend through the channel  6139 , and extend into the lumen  6135  via the aperture  6137 . The conductors can then extend out of proximal end of the tube  6134 . The channel  6139  can be filled, for example with adhesive, to inhibit or prevent fluid ingress and/or to bond the upper insulator  6133  and the lower insulator  6131 . The upper insulator  6133  and the lower insulator  6131  may be reflowed together, for example using a heated tool, which can enhance and/or further enhance the bonding to inhibit or prevent fluid ingress into the channel  6139 . FIG.  61 Eviii shows a conductor  6138  coupled to the proximal most electrode  6136 , extending through the channel  6136 , through the aperture  6137  into the lumen  6135 , and out of the proximal end of the tube  6134 . In some implementations, the channel  6139  may have an open proximal end (e.g., like the lumen  6114 ) and the tube  6134  may comprise an aperture proximal to the proximal end of the channel  6139  so that conductors can exit the proximal end of the channel  6139 , extend through the aperture in the tube  6134  into the tube  6134 , and then out the proximal end of the tube. Such an implementation may be easier to manufacture, particularly for two-piece lower insulators  6133 , but use more ultimate assembly, for example to occlude the proximal end of the channel  6139  and the aperture. 
     When the electrode assembly  6130  is coupled to an expandable structure (e.g., the expandable structure  5720 ), filaments of the expandable structure (e.g., the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t ) can enter the lumen  6135  through the distal end of the lumen  6135 . Sliding the electrode assembly  6130  onto the expandable structure in this manner has been found to make manufacturing easier than, for example side apertures, bottom apertures, etc. When the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  are coupled and the wire  5726   t  is truncated, for example as described herein, the coupled parts of the wires  5726   c ,  5726   t  and the proximal end of the wire  5726   t  can be positioned in the tube  6134 . If the coupling fails, the tube  6134  can provide a layer of safety so that the wire  5726   t  would have difficulty exiting the tube  6134  and damaging a subject&#39;s vasculature. 
     FIG.  61 Eix is a proximal perspective view of a plurality of the example electrode assemblies  6130  coupled to an example expandable structure  5720 . Coupling to other expandable structures, for example as described herein, is also possible. Sliding the electrode assembly  6130  over proximal ends of filaments or struts can allow the electrode array to have various dimensional shapes (e.g., in an orthogonal view) or configurations such as rectangular, parallelogram (e.g., as shown in FIG.  61 Eix), staggered (e.g., as shown in  FIGS.  57 B and  61 Cv ), etc. while using the same or substantially the same electrode assembly  6130  for each electrode assembly  6130  of the electrode array. In a parallelogram arrangement, the distal end of the lumen  6135  is positioned more distally for each circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly  6130 . In some implementations, the filaments  5726   t  may be truncated at a position in which the proximal end of the filament  5726   t  is in the tube  6134  of the respective electrode assembly  6130 . In some implementations, a length of the tube  6134  proximal to the upper insulator  6133  may be longer for electrode assemblies  6130  positioned more distally on the expandable structure  5720 . A parallelogram may be easier to capture than an electrode array having a different shape. For example, in a rectangular electrode array, the proximal-most set electrode assembly may bunch when being recaptured in an outer sheath. Staggering the electrode assemblies in a parallelogram may allow more movement for each electrode assembly to find a lower energy state during recapture. The parallelogram shape or arrangement may be considered based on precise spacing between similar or identical components (e.g., a proximal end (e.g., without a proximal tab, a proximal-most electrode) of each electrode assembly is distal to the proximal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly and wherein a distal end (e.g., without a distal tab, a distal-most electrode) of each electrode assembly is distal to the distal end of a circumferentially adjacent electrode assembly). The parallelogram shape or arrangement may be considered based on an overall shape, for example drawing a rough outline around the electrode array and/or the plurality of electrodes as a whole. Other electrode arrays and expandable structures described herein may also take any suitable shape. 
     The right pulmonary artery is usually angled anterior to posterior, meaning that it heads posterior as it goes to the right of the subject. Anterior electrodes of an electrode array in a rectangular configuration deployed in the right pulmonary artery to be more to the right of the subject, which may be further away from a target zone.  FIG.  61 Ex  is shows the expandable structure and plurality of example electrode assemblies of FIG.  61 Eix positioned in a vessel  6140  (e.g., a right pulmonary artery). When an electrode array having a parallelogram configuration is deployed in a vessel such as right pulmonary artery that turns proximate a target site, the parallelogram can act and/or appear as more vertical, better filling the target zone. The electrode array shaped as a parallelogram may comprise a plurality of electrode assemblies each having a linear array of electrodes. 
     The distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  in the expanded state is also the distal-most electrode in the compressed or collapsed state and in a partially expanded state. The distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  can be used to longitudinally and/or rotationally align the expandable structure  5720  and/or the electrode assemblies  5730 . In some examples, the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  is positioned superior in the vessel  6140  (e.g., the right pulmonary artery). The distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  can be used as a radiopaque marker (e.g., in addition to or instead of the radiopaque marker  5725 ). Knowing the position of the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  and its orientation 0° from the superior-most electrode assembly  5730 - 1  can provide a user with information that the other electrode assemblies  5730  are anterior to the superior-most electrode assembly  5730 - 1  when the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  is in a superior position, which can provide information that all of the electrode assemblies  5730  are in a target zone (e.g., superior to anterior). In some examples, the expandable structure  5720  may be rotated after initial alignment such that the electrode assemblies are rotated. For example, after superior alignment using the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1 , the expandable structure  5720  may be rotated between about 5° and about 85° (e.g., about 5°, about 15°, about 25°, about 35°, about 45°, about 55°, about 65°, about 75°, about 85°, and ranges between such angles). The rotation may be clockwise or counterclockwise. This rotation can aid in providing an improved or optimal position of the electrode assemblies  5730  in the target zone. In some examples, the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  can be longitudinally aligned with the trachea carina, which is the right-left bifurcation of the primary bronchi, or the left margin of the trachea (e.g., as discussed with respect to  FIG.  2 F ). If repositioning of the expandable structure  5720  and/or the electrode assemblies  5730  is desired, the user can use the distal-most electrode  5736 - 1  as a datum (e.g., saving a ghost fluoroscopy view) and adjust to a second location. 
     If the vessel is undersized relative to the expandable structure and/or the expandable structure is oversized relative to the vessel, as shown in  FIG.  61 Fi , for example, the proximal spline bends inward from the spoke and then outwards towards the woven portion. The electrode assembly generally follows this curvature such that one of the electrodes  6136 - 3  may be radially inward of the electrodes  6136 - 2  and  6136 - 4  (and the electrode  6136 - 1 , not shown). Increasing the thickness and/or durometer of the bottom insulator can stiffen this bend area and make better wall contact between the electrode  6136 - 3  and the vessel wall, as shown in FIG.  61 Fii. FIG.  61 Fii shows all four electrodes  6136 - 1 ,  6136 - 2 ,  6136 - 3 ,  6136 - 4  at about the same radial position. Without being bound by any particular theory, it is believed that the stiffer lower insulator of the electrode assembly is less prone to bending and straightens out the wire  5726   c . In some implementations, the durometer is between about 55D and about 63D (e.g., about 55D, about 57D, about 59D, about 61D, about 63D, ranges between such values, etc.). In some implementations, the thickness is between about 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm) and about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm) (e.g., about 0.004 inches (approx. 0.1 mm), about 0.006 inches (approx. 0.15 mm), about 0.008 inches (approx. 0.2 mm), about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm), about 0.012 inches (approx. 0.3 mm), ranges between such values, etc.). 
       FIGS.  61 Gi - 61 Giv illustrate schematic side views or cross sections of upper insulators  6133  and lower insulators  6131 . In  FIG.  61 Gi , both the upper insulator  6133  and the lower insulator  6131  have little or no beveling, which can create a sharp corner and/or reduce ability for the electrode assembly to be packed into a tube (e.g., an outer sheath of a catheter). A radiused or rounded edge can be considered a bevel depending on the radius of curvature. In FIG.  61 Gii, the lower insulator  6131  is beveled. In some implementations, the upper insulator  6133  is also or alternatively beveled. In FIG.  61 Giii, both the lower insulator  6131  and the upper insulator  6133  are beveled. The beveling can be the same or different (e.g., at different angles). In FIG.  61 Giii, both the lower insulator  6131  and the upper insulator  6133  are partially beveled. The beveling can be the same or different (e.g., at different angles, having different starting and ending points, etc.). Combinations of the illustrated beveling are also possible (e.g., the lower insulator  6131  beveled as in FIG.  61 Gii and the upper insulator  6133  beveled as in FIG.  61 Giv, vice versa, etc.). The beveled upper and/or lower insulators can reduce loading, increase packing into a tube, and/or reduce possible trauma from sharp edges. In some implementations, beveling the insulators still provides at least about 0.01 inches (approx. 0.25 mm) of insulating material around all parts of the electrodes  6136 . 
       FIG.  62 A  shows an example housing  6200  for a filter assembly  4732 . The housing  6200  includes at least ten electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208 ,  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220 . The electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208 ,  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220  are color coded and labeled with letter and/or numerical indicia. The electrode pad  6202  is white and labeled “RA” and configured to be connected to a right arm lead. The electrode pad  6204  is green and labeled “RL” and configured to be connected to a right leg lead. The electrode pad  6206  is black and labeled “LA” and configured to be connected to a left arm lead. The electrode pad  6208  is red and labeled “LL” and configured to be connected to a left leg lead. The electrode pad  6210  is red and labeled “V 1 ” and configured to be connected to a first chest lead. The electrode pad  6212  is yellow and labeled “V 2 ” and configured to be connected to a second chest lead. The electrode pad  6214  is green and labeled “V 3 ” and configured to be connected to a third chest lead. The electrode pad  6216  is blue and labeled “V 4 ” and configured to be connected to a fourth chest lead. The electrode pad  6218  is brown or orange and labeled “V 5 ” and configured to be connected to a fifth chest lead. The electrode pad  6220  is purple and labeled “V 6 ” and configured to be connected to a sixth chest lead. The electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208 ,  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220  are in positions that may match or mimic positions of electrode pads on the subject such that a user connecting leads to the electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208 ,  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220  has a similar experience as when placing leads on a subject. The electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208  may be in positions mimicking positions of electrode pads on a periphery of a subject. The electrode pads  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220  may be in positions mimicking positions of electrode pads on a chest of a subject. The housing may include indicia  6222 ,  6224  to indicate where the electrode pads  6202 ,  6204 ,  6206 ,  6208 ,  6210 ,  6212 ,  6214 ,  6216 ,  6218 ,  6220  would be positioned on a subject. The housing  6200  can provide a user-friendly interface based on a familiar positioning method. 
     The filter assembly  4732  may include inputs for the ECG leads coupled  4730  to the subject. For example, the housing  6200  may include integrated leads  6226  (e.g., leads that are configured to be coupled to electrode pads on a subject at one end and feed straight into the filter assembly  4732  at the other end). For another example, the housing  6200  may include female connectors  6228  configured to be connected to the ends of male connectors of the ECG leads  4730 . For another example, the housing  6200  may include a connector port  6230  configured to be connected to a complementary connector that is coupled to the ECG leads  4730 . In some examples, the housing may include one, two, or all three of the connectors  6226 ,  6228 ,  6230 . Other connectors for the ECG leads  6730  are also possible. 
     Other color coding is also possible. For example,  FIG.  62 B  shows another example housing  6250  for a filter assembly  4732 . The housing  6250  includes electrode pads  6252 ,  6254 ,  6256 ,  6258 ,  6260 ,  6262 ,  6264 ,  6266 ,  6268 ,  6270 . The electrode pads  6252 ,  6254 ,  6256 ,  6258 ,  6260 ,  6262 ,  6264 ,  6266 ,  6268 ,  6270  are color coded and labeled with letter and/or numerical indicia. The electrode pad  6252  is red and labeled “R” and configured to be connected to a right arm lead. The electrode pad  6254  is black and labeled “N” and configured to be connected to a right leg lead. The electrode pad  6256  is yellow and labeled “L” and configured to be connected to a left arm lead. The electrode pad  6258  is green and labeled “F” and configured to be connected to a left leg lead. The electrode pad  6260  is red and labeled “C 1 ” and configured to be connected to a first chest lead. The electrode pad  6262  is yellow and labeled “C 2 ” and configured to be connected to a second chest lead. The electrode pad  6264  is green and labeled “C 3 ” and configured to be connected to a third chest lead. The electrode pad  6266  is brown or orange and labeled “C 4 ” and configured to be connected to a fourth chest lead. The electrode pad  6268  is black and labeled “C 5 ” and configured to be connected to a fifth chest lead. The electrode pad  6270  is purple and labeled “C 6 ” and configured to be connected to a sixth chest lead. The electrode pads  6252 ,  6254 ,  6256 ,  6258 ,  6260 ,  6262 ,  6264 ,  6266 ,  6268 ,  6270  are in positions that may match or mimic positions of electrode pads on the subject such that a user connecting leads to the electrode pads  6252 ,  6254 ,  6256 ,  6258 ,  6260 ,  6262 ,  6264 ,  6266 ,  6268 ,  6270  has a similar experience as when placing leads on a subject. The housing may include indicia  6272 ,  6274  to indicate where the electrode pads  6252 ,  6254 ,  6256 ,  6258 ,  6260 ,  6262 ,  6264 ,  6266 ,  6268 ,  6270  would be if on a subject. The housing  6250  may include one or more connectors  6276 ,  6278 ,  6280  corresponding to the connectors  6226 ,  6228 ,  6230 . The housing  6250  can provide a user-friendly interface based on a familiar positioning method. 
     Certain procedures described herein may be divided between users at a catheter lab and an intensive care unit or subject&#39;s room. A catheter lab may deploy the device in a subject. A catheter lab may perform therapy titration (e.g., determining stimulation parameters for a maximum tolerable contractility and/or relaxation increase, determining stimulation parameters for a contractility and/or relaxation increase greater than a minimum value, determining stimulation parameters for a contractility and/or relaxation increase less greater than a maximum value, determining stimulation parameters for a heart rate increase less than a maximum value, etc.). An intensive care unit and/or subject&#39;s room may apply therapy at pre-established parameters. An intensive care unit and/or subject&#39;s room may monitor therapy (e.g., via ECG, BP/MAP, SvO2, change in contractility and/or relaxation, change in pressure, heart rate, etc.). An intensive care unit and/or subject&#39;s room may perform initial and/or follow-up (e.g., as needed) therapy titration (e.g., determining stimulation parameters for a maximum tolerable contractility and/or relaxation increase, determining stimulation parameters for a contractility and/or relaxation increase greater than a minimum value, determining stimulation parameters for a contractility and/or relaxation increase less greater than a maximum value, determining stimulation parameters for a heart rate increase less than a maximum value, etc.). An intensive care unit and/or subject&#39;s room may perform therapy ramp down. Some functions may be performed at any location as appropriate. For example, follow-up titration therapy may be performed by a catheter lab, which may be more experienced at establishing stimulation parameters. 
     The foregoing description and examples has been set forth merely to illustrate the disclosure and are not intended as being limiting. Each of the disclosed aspects and examples of the present disclosure may be considered individually or in combination with other aspects, examples, and variations of the disclosure. In addition, unless otherwise specified, none of the steps of the methods of the present disclosure are confined to any particular order of performance. Modifications of the disclosed examples incorporating the spirit and substance of the disclosure may occur to persons skilled in the art and such modifications are within the scope of the present disclosure. Furthermore, all references cited herein are incorporated by reference in their entirety. 
     While the methods and devices described herein may be susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific examples thereof have been shown in the drawings and are herein described in detail. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not to be limited to the particular forms or methods disclosed, but, to the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the various examples described and the appended claims. Further, the disclosure herein of any particular feature, aspect, method, property, characteristic, quality, attribute, element, or the like in connection with an example can be used in all other examples set forth herein. Any methods disclosed herein need not be performed in the order recited. Depending on the example, one or more acts, events, or functions of any of the algorithms, methods, or processes described herein can be performed in a different sequence, can be added, merged, or left out altogether (e.g., not all described acts or events are necessary for the practice of the algorithm). In some examples, acts or events can be performed concurrently, e.g., through multi-threaded processing, interrupt processing, or multiple processors or processor cores or on other parallel architectures, rather than sequentially. Further, no element, feature, block, or step, or group of elements, features, blocks, or steps, are necessary or indispensable to each example. Additionally, all possible combinations, subcombinations, and rearrangements of systems, methods, features, elements, modules, blocks, and so forth are within the scope of this disclosure. The use of sequential, or time-ordered language, such as “then,” “next,” “after,” “subsequently,” and the like, unless specifically stated otherwise, or otherwise understood within the context as used, is generally intended to facilitate the flow of the text and is not intended to limit the sequence of operations performed. Thus, some examples may be performed using the sequence of operations described herein, while other examples may be performed following a different sequence of operations. 
     The various illustrative logical blocks, modules, processes, methods, and algorithms described in connection with the examples disclosed herein can be implemented as electronic hardware, computer software, or combinations of both. To clearly illustrate this interchangeability of hardware and software, various illustrative components, blocks, modules, operations, and steps have been described above generally in terms of their functionality. Whether such functionality is implemented as hardware or software depends upon the particular application and design constraints imposed on the overall system. The described functionality can be implemented in varying ways for each particular application, but such implementation decisions should not be interpreted as causing a departure from the scope of the disclosure. 
     The various illustrative logical blocks and modules described in connection with the examples disclosed herein can be implemented or performed by a machine, such as a general purpose processor, a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA) or other programmable logic device, discrete gate or transistor logic, discrete hardware components, or any combination thereof designed to perform the functions described herein. A general purpose processor can be a microprocessor, but in the alternative, the processor can be a controller, microcontroller, or state machine, combinations of the same, or the like. A processor can also be implemented as a combination of computing devices, e.g., a combination of a DSP and a microprocessor, a plurality of microprocessors, one or more microprocessors in conjunction with a DSP core, or any other such configuration. 
     The blocks, operations, or steps of a method, process, or algorithm described in connection with the examples disclosed herein can be embodied directly in hardware, in a software module executed by a processor, or in a combination of the two. A software module can reside in RAM memory, flash memory, ROM memory, EPROM memory, EEPROM memory, registers, hard disk, a removable disk, an optical disc (e.g., CD-ROM or DVD), or any other form of volatile or non-volatile computer-readable storage medium known in the art. A storage medium can be coupled to the processor such that the processor can read information from, and write information to, the storage medium. In the alternative, the storage medium can be integral to the processor. The processor and the storage medium can reside in an ASIC. The ASIC can reside in a user terminal. In the alternative, the processor and the storage medium can reside as discrete components in a user terminal. 
     Conditional language used herein, such as, among others, “can,” “might,” “may,” “e.g.,” and the like, unless specifically stated otherwise, or otherwise understood within the context as used, is generally intended to convey that some examples include, while other examples do not include, certain features, elements, and/or states. Thus, such conditional language is not generally intended to imply that features, elements, blocks, and/or states are in any way required for one or more examples or that one or more examples necessarily include logic for deciding, with or without author input or prompting, whether these features, elements and/or states are included or are to be performed in any particular example. 
     The methods disclosed herein may include certain actions taken by a practitioner; however, the methods can also include any third-party instruction of those actions, either expressly or by implication. For example, actions such as “positioning an electrode” include “instructing positioning of an electrode.” 
     The ranges disclosed herein also encompass any and all overlap, sub-ranges, and combinations thereof. Language such as “up to,” “at least,” “greater than,” “less than,” “between,” and the like includes the number recited. Numbers preceded by a term such as “about” or “approximately” include the recited numbers and should be interpreted based on the circumstances (e.g., as accurate as reasonably possible under the circumstances, for example ±5%, ±10%, ±15%, etc.). For example, “about 1 V” includes “1 V.” Phrases preceded by a term such as “substantially” include the recited phrase and should be interpreted based on the circumstances (e.g., as much as reasonably possible under the circumstances). For example, “substantially perpendicular” includes “perpendicular.” Unless stated otherwise, all measurements are at standard conditions including temperature and pressure. The phrase “at least one of” is intended to require at least one item from the subsequent listing, not one type of each item from each item in the subsequent listing. For example, “at least one of A, B, and C” can include A, B, C, A and B, A and C, B and C, or A, B, and C.