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The '''cortical stimulator''' is a [[List of medical equipment|medical device]] used on critical patients, usually those in imminent danger of dying.
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The '''cortical stimulator''' is a [[List of medical equipment|medical device]] used to revive or stabilize critical patients by delivering an electrical shock to induce brain activity. It is almost always attached to the temples of humanoids.
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Cortical stimulators are standard equipment in Starfleet vessel [[sickbay]]s. They are used frequently in [[TNG]], [[DS9]], and [[VOY]], often to save patients who are brain-dead or seizing. Their function is similar to the [[cardiostimulator]].
   
 
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The cortical stimulator is a medical device used to revive or stabilize critical patients by delivering an electrical shock to induce brain activity. It is almost always attached to the temples of humanoids.

Cortical stimulators are standard equipment in Starfleet vessel sickbays. They are used frequently in TNG, DS9, and VOY, often to save patients who are brain-dead or seizing. Their function is similar to the cardiostimulator.

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