Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation PSC5110W Manual De Usuario

Safety Information

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While we don’t anticipate any interference with cell 

phones, the full effects of interaction with cell phones are unknown at 
this time.

During the two weeks following surgery, it is 

important to use extreme care so that appropriate healing will secure 

the implanted components and close the surgical incisions: 

Do not exercise or attempt to move heavy objects, and avoid deep 

bending and stretching. Temporarily, there may be some pain in the 

area of the implant as the incisions heal. If discomfort continues 
beyond two weeks, contact your physician.

If you notice excessive redness around the wound areas during this 

time, contact your physician to check for infection and administer 
proper treatment. In rare cases, adverse tissue reaction to implanted 

materials can occur during this period.

Never attempt to change the orientation or “flip” 

the implant. Do not “finger” or play with the implant. If the implant 

flips over in your body it cannot be charged. If you know that the 
device has turned, or if stimulation cannot be turned on after charging, 

contact your physician to arrange an evaluation of the system.

In some cases, the skin over your implant may become very thin over 

time. If this occurs, contact your physicia

n.

In some instances a lead can move from its original 

location, and stimulation at the intended pain site can be lost. If this 

occurs, consult your physician who may able to restore stimulation by 
reprogramming the implant in the clinic or repositioning the lead 

during another operation.

Implants can fail at any time due to random 

component failure, loss of battery functionality, or lead breakage. If 
the device stops working even after complete charging (up to four 
hours), turn off the implant and contact your physician so that the 
system can be evaluated.