Minim Invasive Neurosurg 1998; 41(2): 79-80
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1052021
© Georg Thieme Verlag Stuttgart · New York

A Malleable Endoscopic Suction Instrument: Technical Note

E. H. Frank, B. R. Ragel
  • Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, Oregon
Further Information

Publication History

Publication Date:
18 March 2008 (online)

Abstract

Flexible endoscopes are being employed for a variety of neurosurgical procedures. These instruments have drawbacks, especially in their ability to evacuate clotted blood. We have attempted to rethink the design of these instruments and have developed a malleable endoscopic suction instrument. This has proved to be helpful in a variety of intracranial and intraspinal procedures.

    >