A Stencil Instrument for Countersinking Deep Brain Stimulator Lead Anchoring Devices.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.08.058.
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Abstract
Countersinking of deep brain stimulator lead anchoring devices reduces the risk of erosion through the scalp and improves cosmesis. This article describes a simple handheld stencil surgical instrument to assist in the countersinking process. It has 2 sides, each of which can be directly drilled through into the skull: one for making a full-thickness circular burr hole and the other for drilling a partial-thickness craniotomy to countersink the base ring of the anchoring device. This easy-to-use instrument speeds the surgery and ensures a tight contour around the base ring.
Medical subject headings
- Deep Brain Stimulation