Me. Carey et S. Kutz, Modified Malis bayonet forceps aids application of the cyberonics vagus nerve stimulator electrode: Technical note, NEUROSURGER, 47(4), 2000, pp. 985-986
OBJECTIVE: To notify neurosurgeons about a modified bayonet forceps that ai
ds application of the vagus nerve stimulating electrode.
METHODS: The manufacturer (Codman & Shurtleff, Inc., Raynham, MA) extended
the tips of an upward-angled Malls bayonet forceps from 2 mm to 6 mm.
RESULTS: The modified bayonet tips, when placed under the vagus nerve, exte
nd well beyond the edge of the usual vagus nerve to easily accept the elect
rode lead.
CONCLUSION: The modified bayonet forceps and depicted wrapping sequence sho
rten electrode wrapping time.