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Figure 5. Place the IPG in the pocket
Carefully coil any excess lead or extension behind the IPG in loops no smaller than
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2.5 cm (1 in) in diameter to provide strain relief for the lead or extension and IPG
connection.
CAUTION: Do not bring the suture needle in contact with an IPG, lead, or
extension, or the component may be damaged.
To stabilize the IPG within the pocket, pass suture through the holes at the top of the IPG
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header and secure it to connective tissue.
Check the entire system by fluoroscopy before closing to ensure proper positioning of the
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lead or leads and that it is straight, with no sharp bends or kinks.
Use the clinician programmer app to communicate with the IPG and perform intraoperative
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testing to confirm that the system is operational. See the clinician's manual of the clinician
programmer app for instructions.
NOTE: IPG output may not be identical to that of the trial stimulator at the same
settings.
Ensure that the IPG is away from the pocket incision suture line, close the pocket incision,
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and apply the appropriate dressings.
Figure 6. Close the pocket incision
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