Brainlab RT/RS Hardware User's Manual page 49

IMMOBILIZATION HARDWARE
Fixation Pins
The reusable fixation pins are ceramic tipped and self-penetrating. They are designed for artifact-
free CT imaging.
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The fixation pins may shatter if uneven or extreme torque is applied, or if less than four
fixation pins are used.
Do not combine Brainlab fixation pins with other brands of fixation pins.
The fixation pins must be tightened using a torque wrench adjusted to no more than 30
Ncm, otherwise the pins or posts may be damaged.
If patients show indications of Creutzfeld-Jakob Disease (CJD) and are treated using
Brainlab fixation pins, these fixation pins must be disposed of directly after surgery to
prevent microbiological contamination.
Headring
The Brainlab headring is used for cranial fixation and consists of an aluminum alloy.
Hardware User Guide Rev. 4.9 RT / RS Stereotactic Hardware
Component
Fixation pins
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