Implanting the DBS System
Surgical Implant Manual
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8. Insert the Cannula with the DBS Lead into the Cannula guide on the Microdrive.
For a DBS Directional Lead, you may orient the Directional Contacts by positioning the
Directional Marker (Figure 10) in a desired position when attaching the Lead to the Microdrive.
This Directional Marker is radiopaque. Boston Scientic recommends orienting the Directional
Contacts so that Contact #2 and the Directional Marker are facing an anterior direction within
the brain.
Figure 10. Directional Lead Marker
9. Slowly advance the DBS Lead to the desired target using the Microdrive.
Note: Ensure that the Lead Stylet is inside the Lead before advancing the Lead to the desired
target.
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Radiopaque Marker
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