A device and method for retrieving an electrode array. The medical device includes a catheter defining a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen therethrough. A control wire slidably receivable within the lumen is included, the control wire defining a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end of the control wire defining an enlarged portion. A treatment portion receivable within the lumen is included, the treatment portion including a proximal portion adapted to receive the enlarged portion at the distal end of the control wire.