HiFocus Helix® and HiFocus® 1J Electrodes

Advanced Bionics’ unique HiFocus Electrodes employ directional, platinum-iridium contacts to deliver the highly focused, precision stimulation required for HiResolution^® Sound. HiFocus electrodes include the following advantages:

Preloaded on dedicated insertion tools designed to provide more consistent placement and enhanced tactile feedback

Simple reloading onto the insertion tool

Integrated ground contacts for simplified surgical procedures and revisions

Now surgeons can choose between the HiFocus 1j and the HiFocus Helix Electrodes depending on the desired electrode positioning and surgical technique.

HiRes 90K^® Implant with HiFocus Helix Electrode
Part #CI-1400-02H

Modiolar positioning

Unique one-step, off-stylet insertion tool helps ensure consistent insertions

Integrated ground electrodes for simplified surgical implantation

Specifications

Diameter: 0.66 mm–1.16 mm or 0.7 mm–1.2 mm

Approximate angular insertion: 360–420 degrees

Minimum recommended cochleostomy size: 1.2 mm 1.6 mm

Download our Helix^® Electrode PDF to learn more about surgical techniques, training kit and first surgery details, technical specification, and patient performance with this electrode option.

HiRes 90K Implant with HiFocus 1j Electrode
Part #CI-1400-01

Lateral wall positioning

Simple tool for one-handed insertion

Integrated ground electrodes for simplified surgical implantation

Specifications

Diameter: 0.4 mm–0.8 mm

Approximate angular insertion: 400–500 degrees

Minimum recommended cochleostomy size: 1.5 mm

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