Explanting Or Replacing The Stimulator; The Vercise Gevia Stimulator - Boston Scientific Vercise Gevia Mode D'emploi

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Explanting or Replacing the Stimulator

1. Turn off the Stimulator.
2. Palpate the subclavicular area to locate the Stimulator.
3. Surgically open the pocket where the Stimulator is located. Be careful not to damage the
implanted components to allow for proper analysis following explant.
CAUTION: Do not use electrocautery as it will damage the Stimulator.
Note: The incision should be large enough to remove the Stimulator from the pocket.
4. Withdraw the Stimulator from the pocket.
5. Using the Torque Wrench, unscrew the header Setscrews to release the DBS Extensions.
CAUTION: Loosen the Setscrew only as much as necessary to remove the DBS Extension.
Loosening the Setscrew too much will cause it to fall out.
Note: To tighten the Setscrew, rotate the Torque Wrench clockwise. To loosen the
Setscrew, rotate the Torque Wrench counterclockwise.
6. Remove the DBS Extensions from the Stimulator.
7. If the Stimulator is to be replaced, reconnect the new Stimulator by following the procedures in
"Connecting the Stimulator".
8. If the DBS Extensions will remain implanted, you may optionally clean the proximal ends of the
DBS Extensions, attach Lead Boots, and coil the excess DBS Extension material in the pocket.
9. Close the incision.
10. Ship the explanted Stimulator to Boston Scientific.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage any remaining implanted components when closing the
incision.

The Vercise Gevia Stimulator

The Vercise Gevia Stimulator is rechargeable. Boston Scientific recommends any recharge
routine that fits the patient's schedule and lifestyle while maintaining sufficient charge to maintain
stimulation. Developing a patient's recharge routine involves finding the right balance among the
following:
• How much power is required for the patient to experience effective therapy
• How often the patient wants to recharge
• How long the patient wants to recharge
• How the patient would like to manage their personal schedule
The patient Remote Control displays the Stimulator battery status when communicating with the
Stimulator.
When the Remote Control indicates a low battery the Stimulator should be recharged as soon as
possible. Failure to recharge may lead to loss of stimulation in less than 24 hours. After stimulation
stops, communication with the Stimulator will also cease until a sufficient level of charge has been
attained.
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