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- the present invention relates generally to the field of medical devices and methods. More specifically, the invention described herein relates to devices and methods that support endoscopic medical procedures involving access to the interior of the skull, and that aid in the safe manipulation of devices during procedures requiring access to the interior of the skull.
- Numerous medical procedures require intracranial entry through the skull to treat tissue in the interior of the skull.
- endoscopic procedures include endoscopic tumor biopsy, tumor evacuation, stroke treatment, treatment of intracranial cysts, hydrocephalus therapy, and others. All such procedures require a safe apparatus and method for accessing the interior of the skull. Many of the procedures also require removal and reentry of devices into the operative field. And all such procedures require safe handling of the apparatus and devices throughout the procedure.
- stroke is a significant cause of disability and death, and a growing problem for global healthcare. More than 700,000 people in the United States alone suffer a stroke each year, and of these, more than 150,000 people die. Of those who survive a stroke, roughly 90% will suffer long term impairment of movement, sensation, memory, or reasoning, ranging from mild to severe. The total cost to the U.S. healthcare system is estimated to be over $50 billion per year.
- Stroke may be caused from a blockage in a cerebral artery resulting from a thromboembolism (referred to as an “ischemic stroke”), or by a rupture of a cerebral artery (referred to as a “hemorrhagic stroke”).
- a thromboembolism is a detached blood clot that travels through the bloodstream and lodges in a manner that obstructs or occludes a blood vessel. Roughly 80% of strokes classified as ischemic, with the remaining 20% classified as hemorrhagic.
- Hemorrhagic stroke results in bleeding within the skull, limiting blood supply to brain cells, and placing harmful pressure on delicate brain tissue. Blood loss, swelling, herniation of brain tissue, and pooling of blood that results in formation of clot mass inside the skull all rapidly destroy brain tissue. Hemorrhagic stroke is a life threatening medical emergency, for which improvements in treatment are evolving.
- An example of treatment of stroke includes the therapeutic administration of high frequency, low intensity ultrasound, referred to as trans-cranial Doppler (TCD).
- TCD trans-cranial Doppler
- An exemplary procedure involves creation of a bur hole in the skull, and introduction of a wand that can deliver ultrasound therapy. The ultrasound therapy disrupts and removes clots, thereby immediately reducing the dangerous pressure exerted on vital brain tissue.
- the therapy has been shown to safely treat hemorrhagic stroke.
- Other cerebral disorders may also benefit from the administration of high-frequency, low intensity ultrasound, or TCD. Examples include dementia, head trauma, intracranial hematoma, Alzheimer's, and other abnormalities.
- the surgeon and other clinicians In order to safely administer TCD, the surgeon and other clinicians must introduce the ultrasound wand and/or aspiration wand through a burr hole and into the skull.
- the wand must be safely manipulated throughout the procedure.
- the surgeon must be aware of the depth of penetration of the wand into the skull.
- a clinician may be required to leave an endoscope in place in order to made adjustments to or otherwise manipulate other devices, and to remove devices and reenter the operative field with an alternative device. Therefore, it is desirable to improve the apparatus and method by which the wand is introduced through the skull, the method by which reentry is achieved, and the apparatus and method by which the access device is stabilized throughout the procedure.
- FIG. 1 is a partial see-through, schematic depiction of an early step in an endoscopic intracranial procedure.
- FIG. 2 is a partial see-through, schematic depiction of another early step in an endoscopic intracranial procedure.
- FIG. 3 is an enlargement of Area A of FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 5 is an exploded view of the embodiment of FIG. 4 .
- FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 4 , with the peel-apart sheath shown pulled apart.
- FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a component of the embodiment of FIG. 4 .
- FIG. 8 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 9 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 10 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 8 , after an adjustment in position of the system.
- FIG. 11 is a bottom view of a component of the embodiment of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 12 is a detailed cross sectional side view of Area A of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a component of the embodiment of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 14 is a cross sectional view of the component of FIG. 13 .
- FIG. 15 is a side elevation view of an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a first component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 17 is a top perspective view of a second component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 18 is a top perspective view of a third component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- FIG. 19 is a bottom perspective view of the component of FIG. 17 .
- FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 are schematic illustrations of an early phase of an endoscopic, intracranial procedure.
- the medical procedure depicted in simplified form in FIGS. 1 and 2 may be any of a number of procedures, including tumor biopsy, tumor evacuation, removal of intracranial hematoma, removal of excess fluid, or other endoscopic procedure.
- the procedure depicted may or may not include aspiration, administration of ultrasound therapy, and/or other techniques.
- a system according to the invention and illustrated here may have utility in a number of exemplary procedures. The procedure most likely will be performed utilizing fluoroscopic or other imaging techniques.
- FIG. 1 patient's skull 10 is illustrated. Skull 10 , shown as partially “see-through”, has interior 12 . Interior 12 is afflicted with a lesion or mass 14 .
- burr hole 16 was formed on patient's skull 10 , providing access from the exterior of skull 10 to the interior 12 . Burr hole 16 will permit access for treatment of mass 14 .
- Endoscopic system 17 is then utilized to carry out one or more procedures.
- Endoscopic system 17 includes wand 18 , which may be introduced through burr hole 16 into interior 12 of skull 10 .
- Wand 18 may be designed to carry out aspiration of fluid and tissue, to administer ultrasound therapy, and/or to perform other therapeutic functions.
- support accessory 20 is used to stabilize system 17 .
- Support accessory 20 which is illustrated in greater detail in FIGS. 4 and 5 , stabilizes system 17 via hub 21 and lobes 22 .
- Lobes 22 may be sutured, stapled, or otherwise affixed to skull 10 .
- wand 18 is connected via tubing 23 to collection canister 24 .
- Collection canister 24 may optionally be a component of a larger system that includes vacuum 25 , ultrasound generator 26 , and/or other components.
- FIG. 3 Area A of FIG. 2 is expanded to show detail.
- Endoscopic system 17 is illustrated, with wand 18 positioned through burr hole 16 of skull 10 .
- Endoscopic system 17 can thereby access interior 12 , and ultimately lesion or mass 14 .
- Wand 18 extends from the exterior of skull 10 , through burr hole 16 , and into interior 12 .
- Support accessory 20 described in greater detail below and illustrated in FIGS. 4 and 5 below, stabilizes wand 18 in position through burr hole 16 .
- Wand 18 is slid through hub 21 via a hole or central aperture 42 (not visible in FIG. 3 ), and is press fit engaged with hub 21 .
- wand 18 can be pushed through the central aperture of hub 21 , and retracted through the central aperture of hub 21 , and otherwise vertically adjusted through hub 21 at the election of the physician.
- Hub 21 of support accessory 20 is attached to lobes 22 of support accessory 20 .
- lobes 22 can be secured to skull 10 via sutures, staples, screws, adhesive, or other manner (not pictured in FIG. 3 ).
- endoscopic system 17 can then be readily employed in an intracranial endoscopic procedure such as in one of the examples set forth above.
- Grips 28 of endoscopic system 17 are visible in FIG. 3 , as is score line 30 , both of which will be described in greater detail below.
- Tubing 23 extending from system 17 , is also visible in FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of endoscopic system 17 , shown in isolation, so that its details can be more readily viewed.
- Endoscopic system 17 includes two major components: wand 18 and support accessory 20 .
- Wand 18 which terminates in atraumatic distal tip 29 , is composed of two major components: outer sheath 32 and inner core 34 . (Only the proximal most portion of inner core 34 is visible in FIG. 4 .)
- Outer sheath 32 and inner core 34 are preferably fabricated from biocompatible polymers, either synthetic or natural, but most preferably clear polyamides.
- Outer sheath 32 and inner core 34 may be of any suitable length, but are most likely between 3 and 10 inches in length.
- Outer sheath 32 may be sized to any suitable diameter, but most often will be sized to accommodate between 18 French guide catheters (FR) and 22 FR. Inner core 34 is more visible in FIG. 5 , and will be described in more detail below. Outer sheath 32 is marked with measured demarcations 36 . Outer sheath 32 may also optionally include longitudinal lines on each side of outer sheath 32 , in order to indicate lateral and medial orientation of wand 18 .
- Outer sheath 32 also includes grips 28 , for gripping by the physician in order to manipulate endoscopic system 17 . While held via grips 28 , endoscopic system 17 can be introduced through a burr hole into the interior of a patient's skull (not pictured in FIG. 4 ). Utilizing demarcations 36 , a physician can monitor and regulate the depth of wand 18 into the interior of the patient's skull. As described above in relation to FIG. 3 , wand 18 is slidingly positionable through hub 21 of support accessory 20 . In FIG.
- wand 18 is positioned roughly between the 4 th and 6 th of demarcations 36 , but wand 18 can be pushed, for example, to the 13 th or 14 th demarcations 36 , or withdrawn, for example, to the 2 nd demarcation. Ultimately wand 18 can be completely withdrawn from hub 21 of support accessory 20 .
- Support accessory 20 is preferably fabricated from a semi-rigid biocompatible polymer, but may be made from alternative suitable materials. Also visible in FIG. 4 , though only slightly, is score line 30 , between grips 28 . Score line 30 in fact extends most or all of the length of wand 18 , and is illustrated in greater detail in FIG. 6 .
- FIG. 5 is an exploded view of FIG. 4 .
- the view of endoscopic system 17 is oriented so that score line 30 is visible.
- wand 18 is illustrated as withdrawn from hub 21
- inner core 34 is shown removed from outer sheath 32 .
- inner core 34 may accommodate the introduction of a neuroendoscope, an aspiration catheter, an ultrasound therapy wand, or other device.
- inner core 34 may safely accommodate reentry of devices into the surgical field.
- Inner core 34 alternatively may include one or more side ports (not pictured) in order to accommodate multiple entry points, or multiple devices.
- Measured demarcations 36 are visible on outer sheath 32 , just as they are visible when endoscopic system 17 is assembled for use.
- FIG. 6 illustrates endoscopic system 17 as assembled for use.
- FIG. 6 illustrates endoscopic system 17 as it would appear during a phase of a procedure subsequent to that illustrated in FIG. 4 .
- endoscopic system 17 is introduced through a burr hole in the skull (not pictured in FIG. 6 )
- lobes 22 may be secured to the exterior of the patient's skull as described above.
- Support accessory 20 will thereby stabilize the upright orientation of wand 18 while it is in use.
- wand 18 may be vertically adjusted through hub 21 , to penetrate into the intracranial space to a desired depth, as monitored using measured demarcations 36 .
- the orientation of endoscopic system 17 may also be judged using longitudinal markers (not pictured) on outer sheath 32 .
- outer sheath 32 can then be pulled apart. Using grips 28 , outer sheath can be pulled to separate along score line 30 . Outer sheath 32 is thereby partially divided into separate halves 38 and 40 . Separate halves 38 and 40 may then optionally be secured to lobes 22 or to the patient's skull (not pictured). Pulling apart outer sheath 32 exposes inner core 34 , through which an endoscope, aspiration catheter, ultrasound wand, and/or other devices may be introduced and withdrawn. Wand 18 can be withdrawn, and endoscopic system 17 can be removed upon the conclusion of the procedure.
- FIG. 7 illustrates support accessory 20 by itself.
- Support accessory 20 includes hub 21 , which surrounds a through hole, or central aperture 42 .
- the inner diameter of through hole or central aperture 42 can range from 0.2 inch to 0.4 inch.
- a wand or other elongate device may be introduced via central aperture 42 .
- Hub 21 has walls 44 . Attached to hub 21 , at the base of walls 44 , are lobes 22 .
- Support accessory 20 has four lobes, but any suitable number of lobes may be included.
- Lobes 22 are thin, flat, semi-rigid or rigid elements. Lobes 22 are relatively narrow at their site of attachment to hub 21 , and broaden as they extend away from hub 21 .
- support accessory 20 defines a flower-like or a fan-like structure, though alternative structures may be suitable according to the invention.
- Lobes 22 are relatively thin, being of suitable thickness for the passage of sutures or staples or comparable affixation devices.
- the underside of lobes 22 may be equipped with adhesive for securing support accessory 20 to a patient's head.
- the top side of lobes 22 may be equipped with adhesive in order to secure elements (such as, for example halves of a pulled-apart sheath) to the top of lobes 22 .
- Lobes 22 may be between 1 inches and 8 inches in length, and support accessory may be between 2.25 inches and 9 inches in diameter.
- FIG. 8 illustrates an alternative embodiment according to the invention, from a perspective view.
- the embodiment of FIG. 8 incorporates many of the general principles and features of the embodiments described above, but it also includes additional characteristics and capabilities.
- System 50 includes wand 52 and support assembly 54 .
- Wand 52 is constructed in the same manner as wand 18 described above, and includes an outer sheath 53 disposed over an inner core 59 .
- wand 52 is disposed through a central aperture 57 (visible in FIG. 11 ) of support assembly 54 . Measured demarcations are visible on the exterior surface of outer sheath 53 .
- FIG. 9 The embodiment is illustrated in a side elevation view in FIG. 9 .
- System 50 is shown as assembled for use.
- Wand 52 is introduced through the center of support assembly 54 , and wand 52 is movable along most of its length in the directions of arrows 56 , and is additionally rotatable about its axis, until it is locked in vertical position by collar 58 , as described in greater detail below.
- Measured demarcations 55 indicate the depth of introduction of wand 52 through support assembly 54 , and consequently, when in actual use, indicate the depth of penetration of wand 52 into a patient's skull.
- wand 52 is shown essentially vertical, and displays more or less a 90° vertical orientation angle ⁇ . Wand 52 however can be tilted, thereby changing the vertical orientation angle.
- the angle of vertical orientation can be adjusted, or tilted.
- the vertical orientation angle has been adjusted to now define angle ⁇ .
- Wand 52 can be tilted essentially in all directions, and tilted back to the vertical position.
- Arrows 73 and 75 illustrate two directions in which wand 52 can be tilted. This feature is very advantageous for optimal positioning of wand 52 for access to a treatment site, and optimal positioning of all instruments and devices introduced through wand 52 .
- wand 52 can be locked in the desired orientation by ring 62 , as described in greater detail below.
- support assembly 54 is made up of component pieces collar 58 , tilting element 60 , ring 62 , lobes 64 (and hub 66 , visible in FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 ).
- Collar 58 , tilting element 60 , ring 62 , and hub 66 all include a central aperture through which wand 52 can be introduced.
- Collar 58 is secured to tilting element 60
- both collar 58 and tilting element 60 are slidingly secured to wand 52 .
- Ring 62 is secured to hub 66 , which is tiltably secured to tilting element 60 .
- Tilting element 60 permits tilting adjustment of hub 66 , which thereby causes tilting of lobes 64 about tilting bulb 60 , and consequently permits adjustment of the vertical angle of wand 52 .
- support assembly 54 is secured to a patient's skull via lobes 64 .
- Support assembly 54 therefore provides support to wand 52 , while at the same time permitting some freedom of movement. This freedom of movement is very advantageous for manipulation of system 50 during use of system 50 in therapy, when targeting a mass, clot, or accumulation of blood.
- a clinician grasps grasper 65 and inserts distal end 67 into a burr hole in the patient's skull (not pictured).
- Lobes 64 which have broadened regions 71 , are affixed to the patient's skull via staples, sutures, adhesive, or other suitable means (not pictured).
- Wand 52 is moved to a desired depth through the burr hole, by moving wand along the directions of arrows 56 .
- collar 58 is tightened, and wand 52 is lock into vertical position.
- wand 52 is tilted in all directions about its vertical axis, including in the directions similar to that represented by arrows 73 and/or 75 , of FIG. 10 , until the desired position for access to the mass (such as mass 14 of FIG. 1 ) is achieved.
- Support assembly 54 accordingly helps maintain the position of system 50 , even if a clinician must withdraw his or her hand for a moment.
- tilting element 60 includes neck 70 and bulb 72 .
- neck 70 includes screw threads 74 .
- Screw threads 74 mate with the optional complementary interlocking features 76 .
- Collar 58 can be rotated clockwise to tighten engagement of interlocking features 76 and screw threads 74 .
- Collar 58 can be rotated until collar 58 and neck 70 are tightly engaged to wand 52 .
- collar 58 is fully tightened, wand 52 is no longer movable in a vertical direction. Therefore, in use, when the desired depth of wand 52 is reached, collar 58 may be tightened to lock wand 52 in place vertically.
- ring 62 secures hub 66 to bulb 72 .
- bulb 72 is slidingly engaged to wand 52 .
- Ring 62 has optional interlocking features 78 that receive or otherwise mate with threads 80 .
- Other configurations such as engagement ribs or other suitable surface features designed to help secure ring 62 to hub 66 are within the scope of the invention.
- Wand 52 is disposed through a central aperture of each of the component parts of support assembly 54 .
- Central aperture 82 of bulb 72 is most visible in FIG. 14 .
- FIG. 14 is a cross sectional view of tilting element 60 .
- Neck 70 and bulb 72 surround central aperture 82 .
- ring 62 is rotated clockwise to tighten engagement of hub 66 to bulb 72 .
- hub 66 is secured more tightly to bulb 72 , (through a compression ring (not visible) or comparable structure), hub 72 can no longer be tilted about bulb 72 .
- the angular orientation of wand 52 is thereby locked into place, leaving the position of wand 52 securely in place. The treating physician can then remove his or her hands from the system without compromising the optimal positioning of the system.
- FIG. 15 illustrates an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- the embodiment depicted in FIG. 15 includes many of the same components and capabilities of the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 8-14 , with some notable exceptions. Similar to the embodiments described above, the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 15 is configured to facilitate one or more intracranial medical procedures conducted through a burr hole in a skull of a subject.
- Introducer 90 is illustrated in FIG. 15 in its working configuration. Introducer 90 is shown disposed with access to the interior of a patient's skull 92 . Patient's skull 92 has been prepared by drilling burr hole 94 , through which a portion of introducer 90 is disposed. Introducer 90 includes endoscope 96 and support assembly 98 . Endoscope 96 can be seen disposed both above skull 92 , and also within the interior of skull 92 . Support assembly 98 is disposed primarily at the exterior of skull 92 , with the exception of fastener 99 , which is shown penetrating the bone of the skull, but not into the interior space of the skull 92 .
- Column 100 includes optional demarcations, or visual indicators 101 .
- Column 100 is movable vertically through burr hole 94 .
- the depth of introduction of column 100 , or vertical positioning of column 100 is monitored via demarcations or visual indicators 101 .
- column 100 is disposed at an angle ⁇ to skull 92 .
- the angle at which column 100 is disposed in relation to skull 92 is adjustable, at all points around its circumferential axis.
- Column 100 may be tilted vertically to the left of its position in FIG. 15 , may be tilted towards the viewer of FIG. 15 , or away from the viewer, and so on.
- Support assembly 98 includes ball joint 104 , collar 106 , fitting 108 , and adaptor plate 110 .
- column 100 is vertically movable.
- collar 106 is configured to be either loosely engaged or tightened with respect to column 100 .
- collar 106 is tightened, column 100 is no longer movable vertically.
- ball joint 104 may include a neck that is configured for adjustable, threaded engagement with the interior of collar 106 .
- Collar 106 may otherwise be suitable configured for tighter or looser engagement with ball joint 104 , and in turn, column 100 .
- Support assembly 98 is secured to skull 92 at burr hole 94 via adaptor plate 110 .
- adaptor plate 110 is secured to skull 92 via fastener 99 .
- Fastener 99 is essentially a threaded bone screw, though it will be understood that other suitable means, such as for example staples, pins, tacks, sutures, adhesives, or other means, may be used for securing adaptor plate 110 to skull 92 .
- fitting 108 may be in adjustable threaded engagement with a portion (not pictured) of adaptor plate 110 .
- ball joint may be otherwise seated in the interior of fitting 108 .
- Introducer 90 is equipped with port 112 .
- Port 112 is configured to accommodate tubing (not pictured) or a comparable structure or structures for delivering irrigation fluid to introducer 90 .
- Port 112 may also be configured to accommodate an array of navigational features (not pictured) for enhanced visualization and/or manipulation of introducer, and for devices and instruments (not pictured) that are delivered to a treatment site via introducer 90 .
- Optional navigation features may include stereotactic elements, wires, cables, or other components.
- Optional visualization features may include scopes, cameras, fiber optics, and other suitable elements. Whether navigational elements are used or not, introducer 90 is configured for introduction of any of a number of devices, through port 120 and/or through the top of column 100 , in order to securely perform one or more intracranial medical procedures.
- FIG. 16 is a top perspective view of adaptor plate 110 .
- Adaptor plate 110 includes central bore 112 .
- Central bore 112 is sized and configured for positioning more or less concentrically with a burr hole of a patient's skull, and to accommodate ball joint 104 , and the passage of column 100 therethrough.
- Hub 114 defines central bore 112 .
- lobes 116 are configured for supporting the other components of support assembly 98 , and ultimately column 100 .
- Lobes 116 are also configured for securing adaptor plate 110 to a patient's skull. In the example of FIGS.
- lobes 116 include apertures 118 .
- Screws such as fastener 99 of FIG. 15
- staples, pins, adhesives, or other suitable fastening means may be used to secure adaptor plate 110 to a subject's skull.
- FIGS. 17-19 illustrate an alternative embodiment according to the invention.
- the components illustrated in FIGS. 17-19 may be used instead of adaptor plate 110 of FIGS. 15-16 , or in addition to adaptor plate 110 .
- the components illustrated in FIGS. 17-19 are configured to secure an introducer, such as, for example, introducer 90 , when in use.
- FIG. 17 is a top perspective view of fitting 130 .
- Fitting 130 includes a central bore 132 , through which a ball joint of a support assembly, and a column of an introducer according to the invention can be disposed.
- Fitting 130 includes ball joint holder 134 , in which a ball joint such as ball joint 104 may be disposed during use. Though not included in the example of FIG.
- ball joint holder 134 may be equipped with threading, for threaded engagement with a ball joint sporting comparable features.
- Fitting 130 is equipped with grooves 136 for ergonomic handling. Additional features of fitting 130 are described below in conjunction with a description of FIG. 19 .
- FIG. 18 illustrates an alternative component for securing an introducer within a burr hole of a patient.
- FIG. 18 is a perspective view of socket 140 .
- Socket 140 may be used in conjunction with any of the support assemblies described above.
- Socket 140 has a rim 141 and a central sleeve 142 .
- Central sleeve 142 may include optional interior threads (not pictured).
- Central sleeve 142 also includes legs 146 , and exterior ribs 148 .
- Central sleeve 142 is in any event configured for secure placement within the burr hole of a patient (not pictured). In use, central sleeve 142 is placed within a burr hole of a subject (not pictured), with legs 146 securely seated against the interior of the burr hole.
- Rim 141 is seated around the top exterior of the burr hole.
- Socket 140 works in conjunction with a fitting such as fitting 130 in order to securely accommodate an introducer in a burr hole of the skull of a patient. Socket 140 is first disposed within a burr hole of a patient as described above (not pictured), and then fitting 130 is disposed within socket 140 . As illustrated in FIG. 19 , stem 150 of fitting 130 is sized and configured for disposal within central sleeve 142 of socket 140 . Stem 150 may be either threaded for secure engagement with the interior of central sleeve 142 (which may be complimentarily threaded), or may be sized for a friction fit with central sleeve 142 , or, as an alternative, be manufactured from an expansible material for an enhanced, secure fit with socket 140 . In any case, fitting 130 is secured by socket 140 within a burr hole of a patient, and is then ready to accommodate a ball joint or comparable structure such as illustrated in FIG. 15 .
- a proximal constraint element or a distal constraint element according to the invention need not be a sphere, but may be a disc, a block, a tear drop, or of any suitable alternative shape.
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- This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/360,241 (Attorney Docket No. 41507-719.201), filed Nov. 23, 2016, which claims the benefit of the priority date of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/261,147 (Attorney Docket No. 41507-719.101), filed Nov. 30, 2015, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.
- The present invention relates generally to the field of medical devices and methods. More specifically, the invention described herein relates to devices and methods that support endoscopic medical procedures involving access to the interior of the skull, and that aid in the safe manipulation of devices during procedures requiring access to the interior of the skull.
- Numerous medical procedures require intracranial entry through the skull to treat tissue in the interior of the skull. Examples of such endoscopic procedures include endoscopic tumor biopsy, tumor evacuation, stroke treatment, treatment of intracranial cysts, hydrocephalus therapy, and others. All such procedures require a safe apparatus and method for accessing the interior of the skull. Many of the procedures also require removal and reentry of devices into the operative field. And all such procedures require safe handling of the apparatus and devices throughout the procedure.
- Among the foregoing examples of medical conditions, stroke is a significant cause of disability and death, and a growing problem for global healthcare. More than 700,000 people in the United States alone suffer a stroke each year, and of these, more than 150,000 people die. Of those who survive a stroke, roughly 90% will suffer long term impairment of movement, sensation, memory, or reasoning, ranging from mild to severe. The total cost to the U.S. healthcare system is estimated to be over $50 billion per year.
- Stroke may be caused from a blockage in a cerebral artery resulting from a thromboembolism (referred to as an “ischemic stroke”), or by a rupture of a cerebral artery (referred to as a “hemorrhagic stroke”). A thromboembolism is a detached blood clot that travels through the bloodstream and lodges in a manner that obstructs or occludes a blood vessel. Roughly 80% of strokes classified as ischemic, with the remaining 20% classified as hemorrhagic.
- Hemorrhagic stroke results in bleeding within the skull, limiting blood supply to brain cells, and placing harmful pressure on delicate brain tissue. Blood loss, swelling, herniation of brain tissue, and pooling of blood that results in formation of clot mass inside the skull all rapidly destroy brain tissue. Hemorrhagic stroke is a life threatening medical emergency, for which improvements in treatment are evolving. An example of treatment of stroke includes the therapeutic administration of high frequency, low intensity ultrasound, referred to as trans-cranial Doppler (TCD). An exemplary procedure involves creation of a bur hole in the skull, and introduction of a wand that can deliver ultrasound therapy. The ultrasound therapy disrupts and removes clots, thereby immediately reducing the dangerous pressure exerted on vital brain tissue. Combined with visualization and aspiration, the therapy has been shown to safely treat hemorrhagic stroke. Other cerebral disorders may also benefit from the administration of high-frequency, low intensity ultrasound, or TCD. Examples include dementia, head trauma, intracranial hematoma, Alzheimer's, and other abnormalities.
- In order to safely administer TCD, the surgeon and other clinicians must introduce the ultrasound wand and/or aspiration wand through a burr hole and into the skull. The wand must be safely manipulated throughout the procedure. Among other safety concerns, the surgeon must be aware of the depth of penetration of the wand into the skull. In addition, it is desirable to visualize the lateral and medial orientation of the wand within the skull. Visualization of surrounding structures may be difficult due to the limited space of the burr hole. Additionally, because many pieces of equipment, both large and small, are involved in the procedure, a clinician may be required to leave an endoscope in place in order to made adjustments to or otherwise manipulate other devices, and to remove devices and reenter the operative field with an alternative device. Therefore, it is desirable to improve the apparatus and method by which the wand is introduced through the skull, the method by which reentry is achieved, and the apparatus and method by which the access device is stabilized throughout the procedure.
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FIG. 1 is a partial see-through, schematic depiction of an early step in an endoscopic intracranial procedure. -
FIG. 2 is a partial see-through, schematic depiction of another early step in an endoscopic intracranial procedure. -
FIG. 3 is an enlargement of Area A ofFIG. 2 . -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 5 is an exploded view of the embodiment ofFIG. 4 . -
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the embodiment ofFIG. 4 , with the peel-apart sheath shown pulled apart. -
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a component of the embodiment ofFIG. 4 . -
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 9 is a side elevation view of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 10 is a side elevation view of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 , after an adjustment in position of the system. -
FIG. 11 is a bottom view of a component of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 12 is a detailed cross sectional side view of Area A ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a component of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 14 is a cross sectional view of the component ofFIG. 13 . -
FIG. 15 is a side elevation view of an alternative embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a first component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 17 is a top perspective view of a second component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 18 is a top perspective view of a third component of an alternative embodiment according to the invention. -
FIG. 19 is a bottom perspective view of the component ofFIG. 17 . - Some embodiments of the invention are described below. For clarity, not all features of each actual implementation are described in this specification. In the development of an actual device, some modifications may be made that result in an embodiment that still falls within the scope of the invention.
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FIG. 1 andFIG. 2 are schematic illustrations of an early phase of an endoscopic, intracranial procedure. The medical procedure depicted in simplified form inFIGS. 1 and 2 may be any of a number of procedures, including tumor biopsy, tumor evacuation, removal of intracranial hematoma, removal of excess fluid, or other endoscopic procedure. The procedure depicted may or may not include aspiration, administration of ultrasound therapy, and/or other techniques. A system according to the invention and illustrated here may have utility in a number of exemplary procedures. The procedure most likely will be performed utilizing fluoroscopic or other imaging techniques. InFIG. 1 , patient'sskull 10 is illustrated.Skull 10, shown as partially “see-through”, hasinterior 12.Interior 12 is afflicted with a lesion ormass 14. In a previous step in the procedure,burr hole 16 was formed on patient'sskull 10, providing access from the exterior ofskull 10 to the interior 12.Burr hole 16 will permit access for treatment ofmass 14. - As illustrated in
FIG. 2 ,endoscopic system 17 is then utilized to carry out one or more procedures.Endoscopic system 17 includeswand 18, which may be introduced throughburr hole 16 intointerior 12 ofskull 10.Wand 18 may be designed to carry out aspiration of fluid and tissue, to administer ultrasound therapy, and/or to perform other therapeutic functions. After introduction ofwand 18 throughburr hole 16,support accessory 20 is used to stabilizesystem 17.Support accessory 20, which is illustrated in greater detail inFIGS. 4 and 5 , stabilizessystem 17 viahub 21 andlobes 22.Lobes 22 may be sutured, stapled, or otherwise affixed toskull 10. In the example ofFIG. 2 ,wand 18 is connected viatubing 23 tocollection canister 24.Collection canister 24 may optionally be a component of a larger system that includesvacuum 25,ultrasound generator 26, and/or other components. - Turning now to
FIG. 3 , Area A ofFIG. 2 is expanded to show detail.Endoscopic system 17 is illustrated, withwand 18 positioned throughburr hole 16 ofskull 10.Endoscopic system 17 can thereby access interior 12, and ultimately lesion ormass 14.Wand 18 extends from the exterior ofskull 10, throughburr hole 16, and intointerior 12.Support accessory 20, described in greater detail below and illustrated inFIGS. 4 and 5 below, stabilizeswand 18 in position throughburr hole 16.Wand 18 is slid throughhub 21 via a hole or central aperture 42 (not visible inFIG. 3 ), and is press fit engaged withhub 21. That is,wand 18 can be pushed through the central aperture ofhub 21, and retracted through the central aperture ofhub 21, and otherwise vertically adjusted throughhub 21 at the election of the physician.Hub 21 ofsupport accessory 20 is attached to lobes 22 ofsupport accessory 20. During a procedure,lobes 22 can be secured toskull 10 via sutures, staples, screws, adhesive, or other manner (not pictured inFIG. 3 ). While stabilized bysupport accessory 20 and secured toskull 10,endoscopic system 17 can then be readily employed in an intracranial endoscopic procedure such as in one of the examples set forth above.Grips 28 ofendoscopic system 17 are visible inFIG. 3 , as isscore line 30, both of which will be described in greater detail below.Tubing 23, extending fromsystem 17, is also visible inFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view ofendoscopic system 17, shown in isolation, so that its details can be more readily viewed.Endoscopic system 17 includes two major components:wand 18 andsupport accessory 20.Wand 18, which terminates in atraumaticdistal tip 29, is composed of two major components:outer sheath 32 andinner core 34. (Only the proximal most portion ofinner core 34 is visible inFIG. 4 .)Outer sheath 32 andinner core 34 are preferably fabricated from biocompatible polymers, either synthetic or natural, but most preferably clear polyamides.Outer sheath 32 andinner core 34 may be of any suitable length, but are most likely between 3 and 10 inches in length.Outer sheath 32 may be sized to any suitable diameter, but most often will be sized to accommodate between 18 French guide catheters (FR) and 22 FR.Inner core 34 is more visible inFIG. 5 , and will be described in more detail below.Outer sheath 32 is marked with measureddemarcations 36.Outer sheath 32 may also optionally include longitudinal lines on each side ofouter sheath 32, in order to indicate lateral and medial orientation ofwand 18. -
Outer sheath 32 also includesgrips 28, for gripping by the physician in order to manipulateendoscopic system 17. While held viagrips 28,endoscopic system 17 can be introduced through a burr hole into the interior of a patient's skull (not pictured inFIG. 4 ). Utilizingdemarcations 36, a physician can monitor and regulate the depth ofwand 18 into the interior of the patient's skull. As described above in relation toFIG. 3 ,wand 18 is slidingly positionable throughhub 21 ofsupport accessory 20. InFIG. 4 ,wand 18 is positioned roughly between the 4th and 6th ofdemarcations 36, butwand 18 can be pushed, for example, to the 13th or 14thdemarcations 36, or withdrawn, for example, to the 2nd demarcation. Ultimatelywand 18 can be completely withdrawn fromhub 21 ofsupport accessory 20.Support accessory 20 is preferably fabricated from a semi-rigid biocompatible polymer, but may be made from alternative suitable materials. Also visible inFIG. 4 , though only slightly, isscore line 30, between grips 28.Score line 30 in fact extends most or all of the length ofwand 18, and is illustrated in greater detail inFIG. 6 . -
FIG. 5 is an exploded view ofFIG. 4 . InFIG. 5 , the view ofendoscopic system 17 is oriented so thatscore line 30 is visible. In addition,wand 18 is illustrated as withdrawn fromhub 21, andinner core 34 is shown removed fromouter sheath 32. Whenendoscopic system 17 is in use,inner core 34 extends through the interior ofouter sheath 32, andwand 18 is threaded throughhub 21 ofsupport accessory 20.Inner core 34 may accommodate the introduction of a neuroendoscope, an aspiration catheter, an ultrasound therapy wand, or other device. Moreover,inner core 34 may safely accommodate reentry of devices into the surgical field.Inner core 34 alternatively may include one or more side ports (not pictured) in order to accommodate multiple entry points, or multiple devices.Measured demarcations 36 are visible onouter sheath 32, just as they are visible whenendoscopic system 17 is assembled for use. -
FIG. 6 illustratesendoscopic system 17 as assembled for use. In addition,FIG. 6 illustratesendoscopic system 17 as it would appear during a phase of a procedure subsequent to that illustrated inFIG. 4 . Specifically, afterendoscopic system 17 is introduced through a burr hole in the skull (not pictured inFIG. 6 ),lobes 22 may be secured to the exterior of the patient's skull as described above.Support accessory 20 will thereby stabilize the upright orientation ofwand 18 while it is in use. Further,wand 18 may be vertically adjusted throughhub 21, to penetrate into the intracranial space to a desired depth, as monitored using measureddemarcations 36. The orientation ofendoscopic system 17 may also be judged using longitudinal markers (not pictured) onouter sheath 32. - Following the positioning of
endoscopic system 17 as described above,outer sheath 32 can then be pulled apart. Using grips 28, outer sheath can be pulled to separate alongscore line 30.Outer sheath 32 is thereby partially divided intoseparate halves Separate halves lobes 22 or to the patient's skull (not pictured). Pulling apartouter sheath 32 exposesinner core 34, through which an endoscope, aspiration catheter, ultrasound wand, and/or other devices may be introduced and withdrawn.Wand 18 can be withdrawn, andendoscopic system 17 can be removed upon the conclusion of the procedure. -
FIG. 7 illustratessupport accessory 20 by itself.Support accessory 20 includeshub 21, which surrounds a through hole, orcentral aperture 42. The inner diameter of through hole orcentral aperture 42 can range from 0.2 inch to 0.4 inch. A wand or other elongate device may be introduced viacentral aperture 42.Hub 21 haswalls 44. Attached tohub 21, at the base ofwalls 44, arelobes 22.Support accessory 20 has four lobes, but any suitable number of lobes may be included.Lobes 22 are thin, flat, semi-rigid or rigid elements.Lobes 22 are relatively narrow at their site of attachment tohub 21, and broaden as they extend away fromhub 21. Overall, supportaccessory 20 defines a flower-like or a fan-like structure, though alternative structures may be suitable according to the invention.Lobes 22 are relatively thin, being of suitable thickness for the passage of sutures or staples or comparable affixation devices. Alternatively, the underside oflobes 22 may be equipped with adhesive for securingsupport accessory 20 to a patient's head. Also alternatively, the top side oflobes 22 may be equipped with adhesive in order to secure elements (such as, for example halves of a pulled-apart sheath) to the top oflobes 22.Lobes 22 may be between 1 inches and 8 inches in length, and support accessory may be between 2.25 inches and 9 inches in diameter. -
FIG. 8 illustrates an alternative embodiment according to the invention, from a perspective view. The embodiment ofFIG. 8 incorporates many of the general principles and features of the embodiments described above, but it also includes additional characteristics and capabilities.System 50 includeswand 52 andsupport assembly 54.Wand 52 is constructed in the same manner aswand 18 described above, and includes anouter sheath 53 disposed over aninner core 59. Whensystem 50 is assembled for use,wand 52 is disposed through a central aperture 57 (visible inFIG. 11 ) ofsupport assembly 54. Measured demarcations are visible on the exterior surface ofouter sheath 53. - The embodiment is illustrated in a side elevation view in
FIG. 9 .System 50 is shown as assembled for use.Wand 52 is introduced through the center ofsupport assembly 54, andwand 52 is movable along most of its length in the directions ofarrows 56, and is additionally rotatable about its axis, until it is locked in vertical position bycollar 58, as described in greater detail below.Measured demarcations 55 indicate the depth of introduction ofwand 52 throughsupport assembly 54, and consequently, when in actual use, indicate the depth of penetration ofwand 52 into a patient's skull. InFIG. 9 ,wand 52 is shown essentially vertical, and displays more or less a 90° vertical orientation angle α.Wand 52 however can be tilted, thereby changing the vertical orientation angle. - As illustrated in
FIG. 10 , the angle of vertical orientation can be adjusted, or tilted. InFIG. 10 , the vertical orientation angle has been adjusted to now define angle β.Wand 52 can be tilted essentially in all directions, and tilted back to the vertical position.Arrows wand 52 can be tilted. This feature is very advantageous for optimal positioning ofwand 52 for access to a treatment site, and optimal positioning of all instruments and devices introduced throughwand 52. Once the desired angular orientation ofwand 52 is reached,wand 52 can be locked in the desired orientation byring 62, as described in greater detail below. Returning for now toFIG. 10 ,support assembly 54 is made up ofcomponent pieces collar 58, tiltingelement 60,ring 62, lobes 64 (andhub 66, visible inFIG. 11 andFIG. 12 ).Collar 58, tiltingelement 60,ring 62, andhub 66 all include a central aperture through whichwand 52 can be introduced.Collar 58 is secured to tiltingelement 60, and bothcollar 58 and tiltingelement 60 are slidingly secured towand 52.Ring 62 is secured tohub 66, which is tiltably secured to tiltingelement 60. Tiltingelement 60 permits tilting adjustment ofhub 66, which thereby causes tilting oflobes 64 about tiltingbulb 60, and consequently permits adjustment of the vertical angle ofwand 52. In actual use,support assembly 54 is secured to a patient's skull vialobes 64.Support assembly 54 therefore provides support towand 52, while at the same time permitting some freedom of movement. This freedom of movement is very advantageous for manipulation ofsystem 50 during use ofsystem 50 in therapy, when targeting a mass, clot, or accumulation of blood. In use, a clinician graspsgrasper 65 and insertsdistal end 67 into a burr hole in the patient's skull (not pictured).Lobes 64, which have broadenedregions 71, are affixed to the patient's skull via staples, sutures, adhesive, or other suitable means (not pictured).Wand 52 is moved to a desired depth through the burr hole, by moving wand along the directions ofarrows 56. When the desired depth is reached,collar 58 is tightened, andwand 52 is lock into vertical position. Further,wand 52 is tilted in all directions about its vertical axis, including in the directions similar to that represented byarrows 73 and/or 75, ofFIG. 10 , until the desired position for access to the mass (such asmass 14 ofFIG. 1 ) is achieved. Once the desired orientation is achieved, giving optimal access tomass 14,ring 62 is rotated until it is tightened, and the angular orientation is thereby locked into place.Support assembly 54 accordingly helps maintain the position ofsystem 50, even if a clinician must withdraw his or her hand for a moment. - As most easily viewed in
FIG. 12 , optional interlocking features 76 ofcollar 58help collar 58secure tilting element 60, and also securesupport assembly 54 towand 52. Illustrated separately inFIG. 13 , tiltingelement 60 includesneck 70 andbulb 72. In the embodiment ofFIG. 13 ,neck 70 includesscrew threads 74. But other configurations, such as engagement ribs, male/female features or other surface features optimized for engaging, mating or securing an opposing surface are within the scope of the invention.Screw threads 74 mate with the optional complementary interlocking features 76.Collar 58 can be rotated clockwise to tighten engagement of interlocking features 76 andscrew threads 74.Collar 58 can be rotated untilcollar 58 andneck 70 are tightly engaged towand 52. Whencollar 58 is fully tightened,wand 52 is no longer movable in a vertical direction. Therefore, in use, when the desired depth ofwand 52 is reached,collar 58 may be tightened to lockwand 52 in place vertically. - Also viewed most easily in
FIG. 12 ,ring 62 secureshub 66 tobulb 72. Andbulb 72 is slidingly engaged towand 52.Ring 62 has optional interlocking features 78 that receive or otherwise mate withthreads 80. Other configurations such as engagement ribs or other suitable surface features designed to help securering 62 tohub 66 are within the scope of the invention.Wand 52 is disposed through a central aperture of each of the component parts ofsupport assembly 54.Central aperture 82 ofbulb 72 is most visible inFIG. 14 .FIG. 14 is a cross sectional view of tiltingelement 60.Neck 70 andbulb 72 surroundcentral aperture 82. When the desired angle of orientation ofwand 52 is achieved,ring 62 is rotated clockwise to tighten engagement ofhub 66 tobulb 72. Whenhub 66 is secured more tightly tobulb 72, (through a compression ring (not visible) or comparable structure),hub 72 can no longer be tilted aboutbulb 72. The angular orientation ofwand 52 is thereby locked into place, leaving the position ofwand 52 securely in place. The treating physician can then remove his or her hands from the system without compromising the optimal positioning of the system. -
FIG. 15 illustrates an alternative embodiment according to the invention. The embodiment depicted inFIG. 15 includes many of the same components and capabilities of the embodiment illustrated inFIGS. 8-14 , with some notable exceptions. Similar to the embodiments described above, the embodiment illustrated inFIG. 15 is configured to facilitate one or more intracranial medical procedures conducted through a burr hole in a skull of a subject. -
Introducer 90 is illustrated inFIG. 15 in its working configuration.Introducer 90 is shown disposed with access to the interior of a patient'sskull 92. Patient'sskull 92 has been prepared by drilling burr hole 94, through which a portion ofintroducer 90 is disposed.Introducer 90 includesendoscope 96 andsupport assembly 98.Endoscope 96 can be seen disposed both aboveskull 92, and also within the interior ofskull 92.Support assembly 98 is disposed primarily at the exterior ofskull 92, with the exception offastener 99, which is shown penetrating the bone of the skull, but not into the interior space of theskull 92. -
Column 100 includes optional demarcations, orvisual indicators 101.Column 100 is movable vertically through burr hole 94. The depth of introduction ofcolumn 100, or vertical positioning ofcolumn 100 is monitored via demarcations orvisual indicators 101. In the side elevation view ofintroducer 90 featured inFIG. 15 ,column 100 is disposed at an angle α toskull 92. However, in use, the angle at whichcolumn 100 is disposed in relation toskull 92 is adjustable, at all points around its circumferential axis.Column 100 may be tilted vertically to the left of its position inFIG. 15 , may be tilted towards the viewer ofFIG. 15 , or away from the viewer, and so on. -
Support assembly 98 includes ball joint 104,collar 106, fitting 108, andadaptor plate 110. As mentioned above,column 100 is vertically movable. Further,collar 106 is configured to be either loosely engaged or tightened with respect tocolumn 100. Whencollar 106 is tightened,column 100 is no longer movable vertically. In use, when a desired vertical position or depth ofcolumn 100 is achieved, the vertical position is secured via tightening ofcollar 106. Though not visible inFIG. 15 , similar to embodiments described above, ball joint 104 may include a neck that is configured for adjustable, threaded engagement with the interior ofcollar 106.Collar 106 may otherwise be suitable configured for tighter or looser engagement with ball joint 104, and in turn,column 100. -
Support assembly 98 is secured toskull 92 at burr hole 94 viaadaptor plate 110. In the example ofFIG. 15 ,adaptor plate 110 is secured toskull 92 viafastener 99.Fastener 99 is essentially a threaded bone screw, though it will be understood that other suitable means, such as for example staples, pins, tacks, sutures, adhesives, or other means, may be used for securingadaptor plate 110 toskull 92. - Though not visible in
FIG. 15 , similar to embodiments described above, the inside of fitting 108 may be in adjustable threaded engagement with a portion (not pictured) ofadaptor plate 110. In the alternative, ball joint may be otherwise seated in the interior of fitting 108. -
Introducer 90 is equipped withport 112.Port 112 is configured to accommodate tubing (not pictured) or a comparable structure or structures for delivering irrigation fluid tointroducer 90.Port 112 may also be configured to accommodate an array of navigational features (not pictured) for enhanced visualization and/or manipulation of introducer, and for devices and instruments (not pictured) that are delivered to a treatment site viaintroducer 90. Optional navigation features may include stereotactic elements, wires, cables, or other components. Optional visualization features may include scopes, cameras, fiber optics, and other suitable elements. Whether navigational elements are used or not,introducer 90 is configured for introduction of any of a number of devices, throughport 120 and/or through the top ofcolumn 100, in order to securely perform one or more intracranial medical procedures. -
FIG. 16 is a top perspective view ofadaptor plate 110.Adaptor plate 110 includescentral bore 112. Central bore 112 is sized and configured for positioning more or less concentrically with a burr hole of a patient's skull, and to accommodate ball joint 104, and the passage ofcolumn 100 therethrough.Hub 114 definescentral bore 112. Further, arrayed abouthub 114, generally about the periphery ofcentral bore 112, arelobes 116.Lobes 116 are configured for supporting the other components ofsupport assembly 98, and ultimatelycolumn 100.Lobes 116 are also configured for securingadaptor plate 110 to a patient's skull. In the example ofFIGS. 15 and 16 ,lobes 116 includeapertures 118. Screws (such asfastener 99 ofFIG. 15 ) may be affixed to a patient's skull viaapertures 118. In the alternative, staples, pins, adhesives, or other suitable fastening means may be used to secureadaptor plate 110 to a subject's skull. -
FIGS. 17-19 illustrate an alternative embodiment according to the invention. The components illustrated inFIGS. 17-19 may be used instead ofadaptor plate 110 ofFIGS. 15-16 , or in addition toadaptor plate 110. In any event, the components illustrated inFIGS. 17-19 are configured to secure an introducer, such as, for example,introducer 90, when in use.FIG. 17 is a top perspective view offitting 130. Fitting 130 includes acentral bore 132, through which a ball joint of a support assembly, and a column of an introducer according to the invention can be disposed. Fitting 130 includes balljoint holder 134, in which a ball joint such as ball joint 104 may be disposed during use. Though not included in the example ofFIG. 17 , balljoint holder 134 may be equipped with threading, for threaded engagement with a ball joint sporting comparable features. Fitting 130 is equipped withgrooves 136 for ergonomic handling. Additional features of fitting 130 are described below in conjunction with a description ofFIG. 19 . -
FIG. 18 illustrates an alternative component for securing an introducer within a burr hole of a patient.FIG. 18 is a perspective view ofsocket 140.Socket 140 may be used in conjunction with any of the support assemblies described above.Socket 140 has arim 141 and acentral sleeve 142.Central sleeve 142 may include optional interior threads (not pictured).Central sleeve 142 also includeslegs 146, andexterior ribs 148.Central sleeve 142 is in any event configured for secure placement within the burr hole of a patient (not pictured). In use,central sleeve 142 is placed within a burr hole of a subject (not pictured), withlegs 146 securely seated against the interior of the burr hole.Rim 141 is seated around the top exterior of the burr hole. -
Socket 140 works in conjunction with a fitting such as fitting 130 in order to securely accommodate an introducer in a burr hole of the skull of a patient.Socket 140 is first disposed within a burr hole of a patient as described above (not pictured), and then fitting 130 is disposed withinsocket 140. As illustrated inFIG. 19 , stem 150 of fitting 130 is sized and configured for disposal withincentral sleeve 142 ofsocket 140.Stem 150 may be either threaded for secure engagement with the interior of central sleeve 142 (which may be complimentarily threaded), or may be sized for a friction fit withcentral sleeve 142, or, as an alternative, be manufactured from an expansible material for an enhanced, secure fit withsocket 140. In any case, fitting 130 is secured bysocket 140 within a burr hole of a patient, and is then ready to accommodate a ball joint or comparable structure such as illustrated inFIG. 15 . - The foregoing examples are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. All modifications, equivalents and alternatives are within the scope of the invention. As an example, a proximal constraint element or a distal constraint element according to the invention need not be a sphere, but may be a disc, a block, a tear drop, or of any suitable alternative shape.
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