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General| Model | SynchroMed II |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Medtronic |
| Pump Reservoir Volume | 20 mL or 40 mL |
| Pump Type | Peristaltic |
| Delivery | Continuous or Intermittent |
| Device Type | Implantable Infusion Pump |
| Flow Rate | 0.048 mL/day to 24 mL/day |
| MRI Compatibility | MRI Conditional |
| Indications | Chronic pain, severe spasticity |
| Programmability | Fully programmable |
| Materials | Titanium |
| Infusion Modes | Bolus |
| Catheter Types | Intrathecal |
| Refill Interval | Varies based on drug concentration |
| Weight | 165 g |
Details the importance and use of the patient identification card.
Explains factors causing variations in measured flow rates.
Discusses how fluid volume in the reservoir affects flow rate.
Describes the effect of body temperature on the pump's flow rate.
Lists critical safety precautions and warnings for pump handling and implantation.
Outlines steps for preparing equipment and sterile items for pump implantation.
Lists non-sterile items required for pump preparation and verification.
Details the steps for opening the sterile pump package and preparing the pump.
Provides instructions on how to safely empty the pump reservoir.
Explains how to prepare the pump for filling with prescribed drug.
Details the step-by-step process for filling the pump reservoir with medication.
Guides on priming the pump prior to surgical implantation.
Provides instructions for removing and replacing an existing implanted pump.
Describes how to create the subcutaneous pocket for pump implantation.
Details the steps for connecting the catheter and placing the pump into the prepared pocket.
Lists critical safety precautions for pump placement and suturing.
Explains how to enter patient and prescription data into the clinician programmer.
Details programming the pump for priming bolus and new parameters.
Specific programming steps for pump replacement without catheter aspiration.
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