New radiolucent head fixation made of engineering plastics for intraoperative CT scanning.
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Abstract
A newly developed head fixation for intraoperative computerized tomographic (IOCT) scanning is presented. The system is developed based on the head holder of multipurpose head frame and is made of two kinds of advanced engineering material; carbon fiber reinforced plastic for head holder and frames, polyamide-imide polymer for joints, screws, and head pin. Clinical tests including autoclaving and sterilization were performed and revealed all materials had sufficient strength for clinical use. This fixation system enables us to increase the efficacy of IOCT scanning during open-field neurosurgery.
Medical subject headings
- Brain Diseases
- Craniotomy
- Intraoperative Complications
- Plastics
- Stereotaxic Techniques
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed