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 Scientific recommends orienting the Directional
Contacts so that Contact #2 and the Directional Marker are facing an anterior direction within
the brain.
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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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Figure 10. Directional Lead Marker
Implanting the DBS System
Radiopaque Marker
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