Burr hole anchors, systems, and methods
US8603038B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/0693
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Anchors for securing a therapy delivery device such as a therapy catheter relative to a burr hole, and systems and methods for using the same. Anchors in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure may include various apparatus for securing the therapy catheter relative to the burr hole. Exemplary anchors may include one or more of a connector for selectively connecting the therapy catheter to an external therapy source, and a shearing mechanism for shearing the therapy catheter to the desired length.
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