Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation PSC5110W Manual De Usuario
Guidelines for Trial-phase Implantation
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Lead Placement
Note: Fluoroscopic evaluation of the lead position during this
procedure will aid the physician in achieving an optimum pain
coverage location, and is recommended.
coverage location, and is recommended.
1. Position, prep and drape the patient in the usual accepted manner.
Inject a local anesthetic at the needle insertion site.
2. Insert the needle into the epidural space with the opening facing
up using an angle of 45° or less.
CAUTION: Use only the insertion needle provided in the
Lead Kit. Other needles may damage the lead. The stamped
number on the needle hub corresponds to the orientation of
the bevel, which must face up. Turning the bevel ventral
(down) may result in lead damage. An angle of more than
45º increases the risk of lead damage.
Lead Kit. Other needles may damage the lead. The stamped
number on the needle hub corresponds to the orientation of
the bevel, which must face up. Turning the bevel ventral
(down) may result in lead damage. An angle of more than
45º increases the risk of lead damage.
3. Remove the needle stylet and verify entry into the epidural space
using the standard technique.