A neuro-stimulation system and method are provided which can monitor EKG
signals and provide electrical stimulation. The system comprises a
stimulation lead having at least one stimulating electrode on the lead
and an IPG having a case and connectors. The connectors can mechanically
and electrical connect to the lead and to the at least one stimulating
electrode and an EKG electrode can be placed on the stimulating lead. The
IPG case may be used variously as an EKG electrode, as well as an
indifferent electrode. Alternatively or additionally, a separate, second
lead having a second EKG electrode may be connected to the IPG. This
second EKG electrode may also double in function as a stimulation
electrode.