Patent ID: 8315714
Filing Date: 2012-11-20
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. A kit for securing a lead or cannula within a burr hole, comprising: a base structure to be positioned immediately adjacent to or partially within the burr hole; a lead securing member for securing the lead within the burr hole, the lead securing member comprising first arm structure having first edge and a second arm structure having a second edge, the first arm structure and second arm structure being movable between a first position and a second position such that when in the first position the first edge and the second edge are substantially parallel and when in the second position the first edge and the second edge are non-parallel; the lead securing member including at least one spring loaded structure adapted to exert a force to bias the first arm structure and the second arm structure in the first position; and a positioning tool having a distal end adapted to be inserted within the lead securing member; wherein when the distal end of the positioning tool is positioned within the lead securing member, the distal end moves the first and second arm structures to the second position and a sufficient distance apart to receive a lead or a cannula between the first and second arm structures; wherein the positioning tool comprises a control structure at a proximal end that, when engaged, causes the distal end of the positioning tool to be released from the lead securing member allowing the first and second arm structures move towards the first position to secure the lead or cannula between the first edge and the second edge.