A split strap frame applicator for stereotactic frame placement

Abstract Background Symmetric and orthogonal placement of stereotactic frames is an important part of many procedures. The authors describe a split strap frame applicator for stereotactic frame placement. Methods A strap was developed that uses 2 pairs of straps with a common center that support the...

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Published in:Surgical neurology 2007-12, Vol.68 (6), p.683-684
Main Authors: Payne, Bryan R., MD, Weber, Judy, RN, Payne, Mary S., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Bone Screws
Deep brain stimulation
Equipment Design
Head
Humans
Medical sciences
Neurology
Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical Procedures - instrumentation
Parkinson disease
Retrospective Studies
Stereotactic frame
Stereotactic radiosurgery
Stereotaxic Techniques - instrumentation
Surgery
Surgery (general aspects). Transplantations, organ and tissue grafts. Graft diseases
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Summary:Abstract Background Symmetric and orthogonal placement of stereotactic frames is an important part of many procedures. The authors describe a split strap frame applicator for stereotactic frame placement. Methods A strap was developed that uses 2 pairs of straps with a common center that support the weight of the frame during screw placement. Ear bars can be used to orient the frame. Results A retrospective review of the perioperative imaging of 20 patients revealed excellent frame placement with minimal deviation from orthogonal planes relative to the long axis of the head. Conclusion The orienting usefulness of ear bars during frame placement can be used without the ear bars supporting the weight of the frame with this applicator.
ISSN:0090-3019
1879-3339
DOI:10.1016/j.surneu.2006.12.062