Vercise™ Deep Brain Stimulation Systems
5. Attach the retaining clip to the horseshoe end of the Placement/Removal Tool. The post and
the tab on the horseshoe end of this Tool should line up with the clip release hole and closure
dimple (Figure 19).
Caution: Do not adjust the horseshoe end of the Placement/Removal Tool after the
Retaining Clip has been attached.
Figure 19. Attach Retaining Clip to Horseshoe End of Tool
6. While stabilizing the DBS Lead, carefully position the Retaining Clip over the Base so that the
DBS Lead is located in the open channel of the Retaining Clip. Position the Retaining Clip so
that the static side of the opening is against the Lead (Figure 20).
Figure 20. Position the Retaining Clip Over the Base
7. Push the Retaining Clip down into the Base. Ensure that the Retaining Clip is completely
seated in the Base.
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