Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation PSC5110W Manual De Usuario
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Physician Lead Manual
Guidelines for Trial-phase Implantation
This section details the recommended procedures for trial-phase tem-
porary implantation of the lead.
porary implantation of the lead.
Pre-op Instructions
•
Check that the sterile package is intact. (See “Steriliza-
tion” on page 18.)
tion” on page 18.)
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Ensure that a Trial Stimulator and Patient Trial Kit are
available for use following lead placement. Install a new
6 volt battery (included in the Patient Trial Kit) in the
Trial Stimulator.
available for use following lead placement. Install a new
6 volt battery (included in the Patient Trial Kit) in the
Trial Stimulator.
•
Be sure the Trial Stimulator and Remote Control stimu-
lation settings have been reset. Refer to the IPG manual
for links and resets.
lation settings have been reset. Refer to the IPG manual
for links and resets.
•
If monopolar testing is anticipated, place the monopolar/
indifferent electrode (available separately) on the
patient’s shoulder or leg and run the cable to the Trial
Stimulator testing site before the patient is prepped and
draped.
indifferent electrode (available separately) on the
patient’s shoulder or leg and run the cable to the Trial
Stimulator testing site before the patient is prepped and
draped.