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11. If the Stimulator will be implanted during a separate surgery, prepare the
DBS Lead for the Stimulator Implantation procedure.
a. Place a Suture Sleeve on the left DBS Lead to differentiate the Leads.
b. Insert proximal end of the DBS Lead into the Lead Boot until it stops.
Note: Be sure to fully insert the proximal tip of the DBS Lead into the Lead Boot
(see below) so that the retention sleeve is located under the Setscrew.
Correct
Incorrect
Note: The retention sleeve is easily distinguishable from the contacts by its length
(see below).
Contacts Retention
Sleeve
Proximal End of the DBS Lead
c. Pass the Torque Wrench through the slit in the septum located on the top of the
Lead Boot.
d. Tighten the Setscrew until the Torque Wrench clicks, indicating the Setscrew
is fully secured.
Note: To tighten the Setscrew, use one hand to grasp the Lead Boot at the base and
the other to rotate the Torque Wrench clockwise until it clicks, indicating the
Setscrew is fully secured. To loosen the Setscrew, rotate the Torque Wrench
counterclockwise.
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