#$%^&*AU2016259310A120170622.pdf#####ABSTRACT Systems and methods are disclosed for providing and using an irrigated ablation catheter. The catheter includes a distal electrode assembly having a plurality of spines forming a basket shaped electrode assembly in communication with a system controller. The catheter also includes a pull-wire disposed within a lumen of a spine collar. The spine collar further includes a silicone seal for preventing encroachment of irrigation fluid and other bodily fluids into the pull-wire lumen.116 C?-0 C J I
