Implantable medical device with hardware-based patch

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APP PUB NO 20040064165A1
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10260943

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An implantable medical device is provided which provides for more flexibility in re-programming of the control software, or program, which is controlling the functionality of an implanted pacemaker. The system comprises an external programmer device, which is capable both of programming the implanted device in a conventional way, and also downloading new control software to the implanted device. The downloaded software is programmed into a PLD integrated into the microprocessor, I/O, memory, and a clock control system via a standard data bus. The PLD may be configured to modify the function of the microprocessor, system I/O, random logic, and/or firmware function. The system enables increased processing capabilities, speed, flexibility, and attenuation of battery current drain.

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MEDTRONIC INC710 MEDTRONIC PARKWAY MAIL STOP LC340 MINNEAPOLIS MN 55432

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Thompson, David L Andover, MN 176 22610

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