Affordable self-regulating irrigation device for microsurgery using readily available malleable wire and a Silastic tube: a technical note

Background: A relevant irrigating and flushing maneuver during cerebral microsurgical procedures allows for a neat and optimal operative field. However, when operating on the deep region of the brain, a delicately created slim surgical corridor could unintentionally hinder the assisting surgeon from properly performing this routine maneuver. Method: To address this problem, the authors devised a useful and convenient irrigation system that can be used during cerebral microsurgery. Results: This system only necessitates a readily available silastic feeding tube and a malleable wire. The advantages of our devised system include the convenience of free molding, good endurance of the molded contour, and easy control over the amount of irrigation. Conclusions: In this report, the authors demonstrated technical tips for using this newly devised system.