title: In-line lead connector for use with implanted neuroprosthesis.
abstract: The design, implementation, and preliminary testing of an implantable in-line connector for individual lead-wires is presented. The connector provides for replacement of implanted components without disturbing other elements of the implanted system. Its flexibility and size makes it suitable for implantation in neuromuscular applications.
authors.affiliation: Department of Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 44106.
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Letechipia
authors.forename: P H
authors.initials: PH
authors.lastname: Peckham
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Gazdik
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Smith
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D004285:Dogs; D004553:Electric Conductivity; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials