ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 21 -- United States Patent no. 12,440,670, issued on Oct. 14, was assigned to SORIN CRM SAS (Clamart, France).
"Lead device for improved puncturing for cardiac stimulation" was invented by Jean-Francois Ollivier (Gif-sur-Yvette, France).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The invention relates to a lead device with improved puncturing capability and reliability. The proposed structure, shape and dimensions of a tip of the lead device are configured to enable a controlled and smooth puncturing process through the septum or other tissue at the target area with high reliability and longevity. A fixed helix is provided to facilitate handling and an additional screwing sty let with...