Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation PSC5110W Manual De Usuario
Sterilization and Handling
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Avoid pulling an implanted lead taut; provide a stress
relief loop at the insertion site to minimize tension on
the lead.
relief loop at the insertion site to minimize tension on
the lead.
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Avoid handling the lead with sharp instruments; use
only rubber-tipped forceps.
only rubber-tipped forceps.
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Take care when using sharp instruments such as hemo-
stats or scalpels to prevent damaging the lead.
stats or scalpels to prevent damaging the lead.
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Wipe off any body fluids from the lead connector end
before connecting it to any other component. Fluid con-
tamination of these connections could compromise the
integrity of the stimulation circuit.
before connecting it to any other component. Fluid con-
tamination of these connections could compromise the
integrity of the stimulation circuit.
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Wipe off any body fluids from the stylet before inserting
or reinserting it into the lead.
or reinserting it into the lead.
Storage
Store components between 5 °C and 40 °C (41 °F–104 °F) in an area
where they are not exposed to liquids or excessive moisture. Temper-
atures outside of the stated range can cause damage.
where they are not exposed to liquids or excessive moisture. Temper-
atures outside of the stated range can cause damage.