An implantable passive or active electronic network component or component
network is provided which is suitable for prolonged direct body fluid
exposure and is attachable to a conductive surface, circuit trace, lead
or electrode. The electronic network component or component network
includes (1) a non-conductive body of biocompatible and non-migratable
material, (2) a conductive termination surface of biocompatible and
non-migratable material, associated with the body, and (3) a connection
material of biocompatible and non-migratable material, for conductively
coupling the termination surface to the conductive surface, circuit
trace, lead or electrode. The electronic network component may include a
capacitor, a resistor, an inductor, a diode, a transistor, an electronic
switch, a MEMs device, or a microchip. A biocompatible and non-migratable
adhesive is utilized to conductively couple components of the individual
components of the electronic network, such as the conductive surface,
circuit trace, lead or electrode.