User Manual Part 3

POST IMPLANT INFORMATION
EXPLANTATION
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• Interrogate the pulse generator and print a Combined Follow-up report.
• Deactivate the pulse generator before explantation.
• Disconnect the leads from the pulse generator.
• If leads are also explanted, attempt to remove them intact. Do not remove
leads with hemostats or any other clamping tool that may damage the
leads. Resort to tools only if manual manipulation cannot free the lead.
• Wash, but do not submerge, the pulse generator and leads to remove
body fluids and debris using a disinfectant solution. Do not allow fluids to
enter the pulse generator ’s lead ports.
• UseaBostonScientifi c Returned Product Kit to properly package the
pulse ge nerator.
• Complete the Observation/Complication/Out-of-Service Reporting form.
• Send the form and the Returned Product Kit to Boston Scientific.
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