Abbott 3599 - Handling and Implementation Precautions

Infecon. Follow proper infecon control procedures and inform paents to avoid showering and touching
the bandages.
The detectors and metal screening devices. Certain types of anthe devices, such as those used at
entrances or exits of department stores, libraries, and other public establishments, and airport security
screening devices may aect smulaon. Paents who are implanted with nonadjacent mulple leads and
paents who are sensive to low smulaon thresholds may experience a momentary increase in their
perceived smulaon, which has been described by some paents as uncomfortable or jolng. Paents
should use cauon when approaching such a device and should request assistance to bypass the device. If
they must proceed through the device, paents should turn o the EPG and proceed with cauon, being
sure to move through the detector quickly.
Implantaon of mulple leads. If mulple leads are implanted, leads and extensions should be routed in
close proximity. Nonadjacent leads can possibly create a conduit for stray electromagnec energy that could
cause the paent unwanted smulaon.
Handling and Implementaon
Single use only. The EPG header is intended for single use only.
Exposure to liquids. Device components should be stored where they will not be exposed to liquids or
excessive moisture, which can damage the package materials and components.
Care and handling of components. Use extreme care when handling system components prior to use.
Excessive heat, tracon, bending, and twisng, or the use of sharp instruments may damage components
and cause them to fail.
Package or component damage. Do not use the device if the package or components show signs of
damage. Return any suspect components to
Abbo Medical
for evaluaon.
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