EVICD lead (IMAGE) University of California - San Diego Caption The investigational ICD device, developed by Medtronic, requires leads that are placed outside the heart and veins. Credit Medtronic Usage Restrictions Must use photo credit License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.