Dbs Extension; Tunneling Tool - Boston Scientific Vercise Gevia 16 Instrucciones De Uso

Vercise Gevia™ 16 Contact IPG DFU

DBS Extension

The DBS Extension consists of a connector at the distal end and 8 cylindrical contacts at the
proximal end. The DBS Lead may be inserted and secured into the connector, which also contains
8 contacts that align with the contacts on the DBS Lead to form electrical connections. The DBS
Extension can be implanted and attached to the Stimulator and the DBS Lead for both unilateral
stimulation (on either left or right side) and bilateral stimulation.
Table 3: DBS Extension

Tunneling Tool

The Tunneling Tool is used to create a path for the DBS Lead and DBS Extension in the
subcutaneous tissue.
Table 4: Tunneling Tool
Vercise Gevia™ 16 Contact IPG DFU
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Feature
Overall Length
Outer Diameter
Number of Contacts
Contact Material
Insulation Material
Feature Description
Length 28 cm (Straw), 35 cm (Long)
Shaft Material Stainless Steel
Straw Material PTFE
Handle Material Stainless Steel, Ultem
Description
55 cm
1.35 mm
8
Platinum/Iridium
Polyurethane, Silicone