Precision™ Spinal Cord Stimulator System Clinician Manual
Clinician Manual
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IPG Explant or Replacement
1. Turn off the IPG.
2. Surgically open the IPG pocket and withdraw the device. Do not use monopolar electrocautery. Please try
to preserve the integrity of all components so that complete device assessment can be performed.
3. Loosen the connector setscrews to release and remove the leads, extensions, or splitters.
4. For replacement, connect the new IPG following the instructions for “Connecting to the IPG” 39. Or, to
terminate therapy, surgically remove the implanted lead system.
5. Notify Boston Scientic to document the reason for explant or replacement and to arrange for return of
IPG and components.
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