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Vercise™ Deep Brain Stimulation Systems
11. Optional: Secure the DBS Lead to additional Lead Exit Slots for added strain relief (Figure 23).
Figure 23. Placement of the DBS Lead into Additional Lead Exit Slots
12. Insert the Burr Hole Cover Cap into the Base by aligning the arms of the Cap with the Cap
Slots in the Base.
Note: You may need to push inward on a Cap arm to complete Cap insertion.
13. Remove the stereotactic frame and Microdrive system.
14. If the IPG will be implanted during a separate surgery:
a. Insert proximal end of the DBS Lead into the Lead Boot until it stops. It is recommended to
place a Suture Sleeve on the Lead placed in the left hemisphere of the brain to assist with
later differentiation between Leads.
Note: Be sure to fully insert the proximal tip of the DBS Lead into the Lead Boot so that
the Retention Sleeve is located under the Setscrew (Figure 24).
Figure 24. Securing the DBS Lead in the Lead Boot
Note: The Retention Sleeve is easily distinguished from the Contacts by its longer length
(Figure 25).
Proximal End of the 8 Contact DBS Lead
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Contacts
Retention Sleeve
Figure 25. Retention Sleeve
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