1,300 devices · GMDN 32556
Depth electrodes are thin, flexible probes inserted into the brain to precisely record electrical activity or deliver targeted stimulation. Clinically, they help diagnose epilepsy by pinpointing seizure origins in hard-to-reach brain regions, such as the temporal or frontal lobes, or assist in mapping brain function for surgical planning.
These devices are typically single-use and regulated as medical implants, requiring compliance with standards for surgical precision and patient safety. They are supplied sterile and often paired with external monitoring or stimulation systems, though classification varies by jurisdiction based on risk factors like invasiveness and duration of use.
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