Boston Scientific Precision - Removal of Trial Leads, Extensions, and Splitters; Option A: Percutaneous Lead Removal after Temporary Trial; Option B: Lead Extension Removal after Permanent Trial; Option C: Splitter Removal after Trial

Removal of Trial Leads, Extensions, and Splitters
Clinician Manual
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Removal of Trial Leads, Extensions, and Splitters
Remove bandages and properly cleanse the exit site. The method of removal depends upon whether a
temporary trial or permanent trial was performed.
Option A: Percutaneous Lead Removal after Temporary Trial
1. Clip sutures if used to secure the trial lead(s) in place.
2. Remove the lead(s) and discard.
3. To replace the trial lead(s) with permanent percutaneous lead(s), proceed to the instructions for
“Percutaneous Lead Placement in the Epidural Space” on page 20 or “Innion CX Lead Placement in
the Epidural Space with Entrada™ Needle” on page 21.
4. To replace the trial lead(s) with a paddle lead proceed to the instructions for “Surgical Paddle Lead
Placement in the Epidural Space” on page 28.
Option B: Lead Extension Removal after Permanent Trial
1. Open the midline incision to expose the lead extension and connector.
2. Cut the lead extension at the connector. Do not cut the implanted lead.
3. Remove the extension, being careful not to contact non-sterile portions to the patient’s body.
4. Loosen the extension connector setscrew using the hex wrench. Disconnect and remove the connector
without moving the implanted lead.
5. Proceed to the instructions for “IPG Implantation” on page 42.
Option C: Splitter Removal after Trial
1. If the splitter has been implanted, open the incision to expose the lead and splitter junction.
2. Loosen the connector set screw on the splitter receptacles using the hex wrench provided.
3. Disconnect and discard the splitter components.