Stereotactic device for implantation of permanent implants into a rodent brain

US10492882B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignees

• The Florida International University Board of Trustees · US
• The Regents of the University of California · US

Inventors

• Timothy Allen · Mountain View, US
• Bruce McNaughton · Irvine, US
• Meifung Su · Miami, US
• Leila Mangan Allen · Kendall, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 13, 2017
• Grant date: Dec 3, 2019
• Expiry date: Feb 9, 2038

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B2503/40
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Stereotactic systems and implantation methods that can be designed for use with a specific species and further customized for use with an individual within the species are provided. The stereotactic system can include an implant jig that can model a tissue or organ in which a target tissue area is located. A neurocap can be coupled to the implant jig for pre-planning and pre-placement of implants. A stencil can be used to determine the location for placement of the neurocap on the individual, so that the implants can be precisely targeted at the desired location. Pre-surgical information and data can be obtained from an individual and used to customize components of a stereotactic system, which can improve accuracy of implant placement.