Seeing Is Believing: Photon Counting Computed Tomography Clearly Images Directional Deep Brain Stimulation Lead Segments and Markers After Implantation

Abstract

High-resolution photon-counting CT can very clearly image segmented DBS electrode contacts and directional markers and unambiguously determine lead orientation, with lower radiation than in conventional imaging. This obviates the need for further imaging and may facilitate anatomically tailored directional programming.