Transcranial securing device for deep brain stimulation leads
US8676328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/103
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A transcranial securing device for deep brain stimulation leads comprising: a principal part for securing inside an opening formed in the cranium of a patient; and at least one first securing part housed inside said principal part; said or each securing part comprises at least one axial bore adapted to allow the passage of one or more deep brain stimulation leads; said or at least one securing part is arranged so as to be capable of passing from a first position in which the lead or leads can slide axially in the respective bores, to a second position in which it grips the lead or leads in the respective bore or bores, preventing said sliding.
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