Product Type:
Stimulator with partial implants
Neurostimulator
Areas of Application:
- Idiopathic Parkinson's syndrome (IPS)
- Essential tremor
- Dystonia
- Epilepsy
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Improved quality of life
- Reduction of medication consumption and associated side effects
Description:
Health restrictions such as epilepsy, dydtonia, idiopathic Parkinson's syndrome (IPS), obsessive-compulsive disorder are triggered in certain parts of the affected person's brain. Deep brain stimulation aims to stimulate the corresponding regions of the brain and in this way prevent or minimise the seizure.
The Activa PC DBS neurostimulator is surgically placed in the body. While the stimulator is usually placed under the clavicle (collarbone), the electrodes are attached directly to the affected region of the brain. The emitted impulses are delivered via the electrodes to a precisely defined area in the brain and are intended to block the seizure or the unwanted mechanism in the brain.
The doctor can set the parameters with a programming device and check and correct the settings. After successful implantation, the patient receives the Intercept programming device, with which he or she can regulate the intensity within the parameters, check the battery status and switch the device on and off if necessary. The Activa PC neurostimulator can be easily removed with a surgical procedure.
Features / components:
- technology: deep brain stimulation (DBS = deep brain stimulation)
- programmable
- quick check of the neurostimulator status by the patient
- non-rechargeable battery
- can be switched on and off
- up to four stimulation poles per electrode, defined as anode, cathode or off (inactive)
Technical Data:
Pulse duration: 60 to 450 µs
Volume: 39 cm3
Dimensions (W x H): 4.9 x 6.5 cm
Weight: 67 g
Material: titanium, parylene
Implantation depth: < 4 cm
Battery life: 3-5 years
Price (without guarantee):
The price is available on request from the manufacturer / distributor.
