microelectrode recording
DESCRIPTION
Microelectrode Recording. Using the FHC micro-drive. Microelectrode Recording. Calculate the micro-drive starting point Assemble the FHC micro-drive Insert the cannulae Insert the microelectrode Additional tracks: Perform a parallel track Using the offset positioner Place the DBS lead. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Microelectrode RecordingUsing the FHC micro-drive
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Microelectrode RecordingCalculate the micro-drive starting pointAssemble the FHC micro-driveInsert the cannulaeInsert the microelectrodeAdditional tracks:Perform a parallel trackUsing the offset positionerPlace the DBS lead
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Starting Point CalculationDepth to target is from alignment adapterOffset calculates for FHC stackupAllowable targeting range is 150-180mm
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FHC Calculation
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FHC AssemblyRemove alignment adapterInsert Center positionerAttach drive baseAttach micro-driveNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
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Cannulae insertionInsert stylet through passing cannulaAttach collet to passing cannulaPass cannula/collet combo into driveRemove StyletInsert microelectrode cannulaNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
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Microelectrode insertionRetract microelectrode within sheathPass microelectrode through cannulaAdvance electrodeConnect recording system cablesNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
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Microelectrode Recording
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Parallel TractsRetract drive to starting pointRemove cannula & re-insert through offset
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Offset PositionerRetract drive to starting pointRemove cannulaRemove drive and drive baseRemove center positionerChoose direction for offsetInsert offset positionerRe-assemble drive and cannula
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Possible Tracks
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Lead PlacementSet drive to desired target depthRemove microelectrode and spacer cannulaAttach lead holderInsert lead - depth stop at 347mm